ARMS manufacturers and fossil fuel companies will no longer be able to advertise on council-owned assets or offer sponsorship for events in Edinburgh.
“It’s just basic common sense that if the council is serious about its commitment to climate justice, we cannot allow council advertising space to be used to promote fossil fuel companies. Green councillors did secure a commitment that means all arms-length companies will be asked to follow this policy voluntarily, while a review is carried out.Councillor Alys Mumford commented: “This is the first step in removing harmful messages from fossil fuel companies and arms manufacturers from our city."We know that previously Council-owned venues have hosted events such as the ‘Oil Club’ dinner and weapons fairs – cleaning up the images of these companies and attracting protest.