• The Future of UK – EU – US Relations

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    A major conference with international speakers. Nathalie Tocci, Director of the Istituto Affari Internazionali; Phillips O’Brien, Professor of Strategic Studies, St. Andrews University; David Henig, Director of the UK Trade Policy Project, European Centre for International Political Economy; Dr Bernhard Blumenau, Senior Lecturer in International History and Politics, St. Andrew University.  This conference is sponsored by the European […]

  • Connecting Europe Fair

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Drop in anytime between 10am – 5pm to this all day free event. A variety of stallholders will be on hand to provide information and answer questions on their opportunities for young people (aged 16 - 35) to travel, study and work in Europe.    

  • ‘Land’. Exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    You are very welcome to visit this thought provoking exhibition of Contemporary Ukrainian Art  curated by the visual artist Alina Litvinova. Including paintings and photography, you will have the chance to see a variety of works and there is the opportunity to support the artists and purchase their art work too. Free admission, drop by, […]

  • The High North, Scotland and Europe’s Arctic Frontier

    What happens in the Arctic region has now become a focus of major international interest. It has become the subject of security and geopolitical interest for a wide range of states including the US, China, and Russia, along with the European Union, and of course the UK.  This event is organised by the Scottish Council on Global Affairs, it […]

  • Polish Heritage Day

    5 Parkgrove Terrace, Glasgow G3 7SD 5 Parkgrove Terrace, Glasgow, United Kingdom

    Come and celebrate Polish Heritage Day – a fun day for families and friends to get together, chat in Polish, enjoy Polish food, play games, sing and dance.  This outdoor event is open to all, whether you are Polish or not. All welcome.  Key Info:  Saturday 9 May, 2-5pm; outdoors at Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow, near the Sikorski Polish Club at Parkgrove Terrace G3 7SD; a family friendly event.  Free and […]

  • A special series of three Spanish films

    Edinburgh Filmhouse 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh

    Screening of Spanish films will take place on: Thursday 7th May, Saturday 9th May and Sunday 10th May. Films will include: Romería (Carla Simón, 2025) and The Captive (Alejandro Amenábar, 2025). Presented by Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival https://www.edinburghspanishfilmfestival.com/en/. With support from the Consulate-General of Spain in Edinburgh.   Website links for booking will become available in March.  

  • Future UK-EU relations – the state of play 

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    The UK and EU are taking part in ongoing negotiations about closer links. This conference will look at the current position, and what more agreements can be expected.  Speakers: David Henig, European Centre for International Political Economy (ECIPE);  Alyn Smith, former SNP MEP & MP; Martin Johnson, Director, Scottish Government EU Directorate; William Bain, British Chambers of Commerce (tbc); Angela Mathis, Chief Executive, ThinkTank Maths. For more details, […]

  • Human rights and migration issues in Europe

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    This event will look at the European Convention on Human Rights: its origins, its real effects and impacts on European citizens, and its future; along with migration issues and policy, for both the UK and Europe.  Speakers: Sir Tim Eicke KC,(formerly UK judge at European Court of Human Rights), Sunder Katwala (Director, British Future) , Joanna Cherry KC, (former SNP MP). Chair: Sir Ian Forrester KC, (last UK judge on European Court of Justice General […]

  • Europe Day Quiz

    Riverside Tap 5 Friars Vennel , Dumfries

    Come to our Europe Day Quiz, celebrating the strong bonds between Scotland and Europe; rounds include questions on languages, geography, history and in keeping with the venue, even beer themed questions!Venue Website: https://www.beerwithoutborders.co.uk/riverside-tap/     

  • Citizens Rights Project conference

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    What are the current key issues and concerns of EU and other European citizens in Scotland? What is their experience of working, living, and travel in the 10 years since Brexit? How will current debates about immigration policies affect their lives?  This event is for EU/European citizens in Scotland, organisations working with European communities in Scotland – and anyone interested in these issues. Speakers from […]

  • Russia’s campaign against Europe: hybrid war, disinformation, influence

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    This event will feature talks from leading experts from Poland and Germany on this topic, along with a panel discussion led by leading journalist Allan Little, who has had widespread experience and knowledge of Central, Eastern, and South-Eastern Europe. He has won many awards for his work as a journalist. The event will look at the scale of the campaign, and how Europe […]

  • Reconnecting Scotland to Europe through Erasmus+

    The French Institute W Parliament Sq, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Join us for an interactive session on how Scottish schools can reconnect with Europe through Erasmus+ and rebuild meaningful partnerships with EU schools. Led by Richard Tallaron, Director of LFEE Europe, an experienced Erasmus+ training provider supporting schools, local authorities and education professionals across Europe. Register your place via this Eventbrite link.