Author Archives: David Macnab

About David Macnab

A learning and development professional whose mission is to help people be the best they can be. Specialise in leadership development. I also support people through coaching, counselling and mentoring. I value authenticity, honesty, loyalty and integrity. These are my core values. I have been worked for over 30 years as a manager and leader in both private and public sectors. I have practical experience in dealing with a range of issues with an empathic ear. Sport, politics, music, travel – so many things I enjoy. Life is for living. Enjoy every day – don’t let fear get in your way as change comes along. As the Macnab clan motto says – Let fear be far from all.

Granton Library – Cut in Hours

Posted on April 22, 2015 by David Macnab

We are outraged that Granton Library has had its hours cut with no consultation. We have written to the council for their view – before we decide next steps.  Meantime – pop into the library and say hello and fill … Continue reading →

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Next Meeting – Granton & District Community Council – Monday 27th April

Posted on April 20, 2015 by David Macnab

Next Meeting on Monday 27th April at 7pm – Royston & Wardieburn. Come and join the others who will hear from the Police, Friends of Walled Garden, Update on the Granton Harbour Development and much more.

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Granton Square Public Toilets face closure

Posted on April 14, 2015 by David Macnab

https://consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/public-toilets-survey We warned that there would be impacts felt locally on the cuts…have your say and complete the survey.

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North Edinburgh Arts – Details of AGM – 22nd April – 12 noon

Posted on April 11, 2015 by David Macnab

North Edinburgh Arts – Annual General Meeting To be held at North Edinburgh Arts 15a Pennywell Court Edinburgh, EH4 4TZ On Wednesday 22nd April at 12 noon Soup and sandwiches will be served at 12.30 Creche available on request   … Continue reading →

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Granton Development – Calls for a change of direction

Posted on April 9, 2015 by David Macnab

At a packed public meeting this evening organised by Granton District Community Council the plans by Granton Central Developers for Granton Harbour were slammed as “utterly unrealistic”. That this community has been offered so much and given so little over the years and that the time … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting – Thursday 9th April – Granton Harbour Development

Posted on March 31, 2015 by David Macnab

Following the last community council meeting that was well attended by groups and residents in the area we were asked to organise a public meeting to get our views heard on this development.  We are fed up being ignored. Our … Continue reading →

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Next Meeting of Community Council – Monday 30th March

Posted on March 21, 2015 by David Macnab

Next Meeting takes place on Monday 30 March at Royston & Wardieburn Community Centre 7pm.  Come along – you will be very welcome. Speaker from Granton Marina development.

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Walled Garden Exhibition

Posted on March 19, 2015 by David Macnab

18th March – 3 April – The Friends of Walled Garden have provided photographs, maps and plans ‘past and present’ from the walled garden and surrounding land on the Waterfront are now being displayed in North Edinburgh Arts café. The latest … Continue reading →

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International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination – 25th March

Posted on March 18, 2015 by David Macnab

Celebration of The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Date: 25 March 2015, Wednesday at 4.00pm Venue: Music Box Auditorium, Sighthill Campus, Bankhead Avenue, Edinburgh EH11 4DE Click here for the event flyer / poster / stall booking … Continue reading →

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North West Carers – Moving on Wednesday 18th March

Posted on March 17, 2015 by David Macnab

North West Carers are moving on 18th March  from Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre down to the Prentice Centre in Granton Mains. The new address is: The Prentice Centre, 1 Granton Mains Avenue, EH4 4GA. email addresses and website address will remain the same as … Continue reading →

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