Update on Public Toilets on the Links – opening again soon……..

We have been sent this latest update on the public toilets on Leith Links by Marco Galli, Green Space Development Officer at the Council:

The drainage works on site are now complete. We are carrying out final checks, including topographic survey and CCTV camera investigation survey, to make sure the new drainage network meets the required standard before the toilets can reopen. We are on track to reopen at the beginning of June 2026.

During the construction phase, the contractor encountered a number of unexpected challenges I wanted to make you aware of:

• An old cast iron water main was found during the groundworks. The team had to work carefully around it and adjust how the works were carried out.
• Extra work was done to protect sections of the new drainage pipework, making it stronger and more resilient for the long term.
• A water leak was found during the works. This was caused by poor installation from the original build and has now been fully fixed.
• One of the electrical cables in proximity to the toilet was accidentally damaged by the contractor. The contractor has organised for an electrician to remediate this and we estimate completion by the end of the week.

Despite these challenges, our contractor Healthmatic kept the programme on track.

Please note that the temporary toilets have been removed from site. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause in the short term and are working hard to reopen the permanent facility as soon as possible. Several incidents of antisocial behaviour took place, leaving the toilets unsafe and posing a risk to our colleagues who maintained them.

We know the closure has been frustrating and we thank you for your patience. We will keep you updated as we move towards reopening. Please feel free to pass this update on to anyone who may find it useful.

Thank you.