# Edinburgh's The Causey Gets Major Upgrade | Edinburgh News

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Podcast: [Edinburgh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edinburgh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612011)
Published: 2026-09-17T23:17:19+00:00
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After 19 years of relentless community effort, Edinburgh’s The Causey is finally getting its long-awaited makeover — with major funding approved to turn it into a greener, safer, and more welcoming public space. Inspired by Alison Blamire’s vision of a “tropical island” in 2007, locals have pushed tirelessly for change, organizing events and rallying support. Now, over £460k from the visitor levy will fund immediate upgrades like wider sidewalks and better bike lanes, with another £1.4m set aside for Phase 2 extending down Nicolson Street. This isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s creating a vibrant community hub for markets, performances, and everyday enjoyment, proving that persistent local voices can reshape city spaces for everyone. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2026/09/council-approves-1-86-million-for-the-causey-project-after-19-years-of-campaigning/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d3916b647c94e39c Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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