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Holyrood poll could move Linlithgow into a Falkirk constituency
West Lothian could lose its former county town in a redraw of the constituency maps ahead of next year’s Holyrood elections.
The latest proposal ties...
Almost 1,000 West Lothian homes built on appeal to Government
Almost 1,000 new homes will be built on open fields in West Lothian thanks to the Scottish Government overturning decisions taken by locally elected...
Control of cosmetic enhancements welcome
Greater controls over the growing trade in high-street cosmetic treatments would be welcomed, West Lothian councillors have agreed, as they raised concerns about how any...
Police Scotland support new ethics, conduct and scrutiny bill
Police Scotland support a bill to further improve police complaints and police conduct procedures which has been passed by the Scottish Parliament.
The Police (Ethics,...
Two East Lothian holiday flats ruled unlawful by Scottish Ministers
The owners of two holiday flats on a North Berwick street have been told they are being operated unlawfully after losing their appeals.
The owners...
Scottish Ministers back plans for housing on public park land in East Lothian
Scottish Ministers have backed plans to build an extra 150 homes on land earmarked for a public park at a huge development on the...
Public inquiry into boundary changes for Whitburn and Fauldhouse residents announced
People in Whitburn and Fauldhouse will get a chance to air their views on proposals to “move” their towns into a new parliamentary constituency...
Anger as Scottish Government backs development of hillside war memorial site
People in a West Lothian town have vowed to stand up to plans to build homes on a memorial field where dozens of old...
More talks with housing minister promised over RAAC works dates
West Lothian Council is set to meet Holyrood’s Housing Minister next month as part of its bid to secure funding programmes to help homeowners tackle the...
No money available for new railway station in West Lothian
Plans for a new railway station in West Lothian are set to stay on the drawing board, after the Scottish Government said it has no...
Anger over plans to build on field dedicated to fallen heroes of the First World...
Plans to build on a field dedicated to the fallen heroes of the First World War have been backed by the Scottish Government.
The site where...
Holyrood says council funding has increased “in real terms”
Edinburgh Council has received an increase of £48.5 million from The Scottish Government, which equates to five point two per cent from the £14...
Call for ‘concrete plans’ for Scotland’s railways on anniversary of Scotrail being nationalised
Opposition parties have called for concrete plans and a better vision for Scotland's rail services, on the first anniversary of Scotrail being brought back...
Transparency row as candidates demand info on membership numbers
The SNP has got itself in a bit of a pickle over transparency in its leadership election, as campaign teams for two of the...
Careers Hive 2022 – Inspiring pupils to become the scientists of the future
Jamie Hepburn, the Minister for Youth Employment and Training, paid a visit to the annual Careers Hive, a free event at the National Museum...
Letter from Scotland
As wise old King Canute tied to point to his courtiers and people, it is useless to resist a rising tide. But desperate people...
How to access new business development fund
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce (MELCC) host an e-business breakfast on February 25 from 9:30am to 10:30am to give attendees the opportunity...
Scottish Government confirm £5m support package for wholesalers
Wholesale food and drink businesses affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic are to be supported through a new £5m fund.The fund will be targeted...
Ten M8 overnight carriageway closures from 30 Nov. to 12 Dec.
M8 Motorway users are set to benefit from an improved road surface at Ratho, with £750,000 worth of resurfacing set to begin on Monday...
Bowling – Bosses urge club members to stick to Scottish Government rules
Bowls Scotland have confirmed new restrictions which must be followed when staff, club members and visitors are off the green outwith the ‘bowling bubble’....
VisitScotland chief and Work Minister face-to-face with Chamber
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber host two key virtual network events before the end of July. On Wednesday 22nd from 10am to 11am a Business...
Angling bosses up pressure for phased return
David Ogg, chairman of Angling Scotland (AS), which represents game, coarse and sea fishermen north of the Border, has put forward 'a progressive approach'...
New moves on short-term lets
Local authorities are to be given new powers to regulate short-term lets where they decide this is in the interests of local communities.
The measures...
Scotland must become ‘fairer society’ says Minister
Scotland can tackle the challenges posed by an era of rapid technological development.
That’s the view of Jamie Hepburn MSP, the Business Minister, who said...
MSP welcomes plans tackling climate change and building a fairer country
NATIONAL PLANS TO TACKLE CLIMATE CHANGE AND BUILD FAIRER COUNTRY
PROGRAMME FOR GOVERNMENT IN STARK CONTRAST WITH WESTMINSTER SHUTDOWN
Edinburgh Pentlands MSP, Gordon Macdonald, has welcomed...
Scottish Government improves fire safety in new buildings for people with disabilities
Fire safety is to be strengthened in new high rise buildings and facilities for people with disabilities improved in larger new buildings.
Changes to Scottish...
Scotland’s New-look Baby Box ready in time for Mother’s Day
The new Baby Box design, created by a team of children and young people, has been unveiled, with the new design featuring iconic landmarks...
Key Partners Join Council in Signing Agreement to Transform Granton Waterfront
The City of Edinburgh Council, National Galleries of Scotland, National Museums of Scotland, Edinburgh College, Scottish Government and Scottish Futures Trust have signed an...
Public warned not to approach man who absconded from psychiatric hospital.
The public have been warned not to approach a man who absconded from a psychiatric hospital.
Paul Brownlie, who suffers from schizophrenia, went missing the Royal Edinburgh Hospital...
When you get your exam results tomorrow – help is at hand
Skills Development Scotland have a helpline for pupils and their parents.
The national careers service will open tomorrow from 8am to 8pm and the following...
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