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East Lothian will welcome the Olympic torch with a song
Published: Friday 18th May 2012
300 school pupils in 3 separate choirs will greet the Olympic torchbearers
Raising Skills, Rising Profits
Published: Thursday 17th May 2012
Local employers encouraged to find out more about Modern Apprenticeships opportunities
Financial Harm seminar
Published: Thursday 17th May 2012
Lothian and Borders Police East and Midlothian Adult Protection Committee invite you to a seminar on Financial Harm
Campaigners from history come alive!
Published: Wednesday 16th May 2012
Families from all over East Lothian can enjoy an exciting weekend at our museums.
VisitScotland EXPO 2012
Published: Friday 11th May 2012
The many attractions of East Lothian were showcased recently at the VisitScotland EXPO 2012 at the Royal Highland Showground, Ingliston.
Ali Sparkes wins childrens' author award
Published: Friday 11th May 2012
Children’s author Ali Sparkes has scooped the 2012 Lennox Author Award.
Olympic Games 2012 – Inspire a generation
Published: Friday 11th May 2012
The Olympic Torch Relay comes to East Lothian on Thursday 14 June.
Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Published: Thursday 10th May 2012
Notice of road closures and parking restrictions on Saturday 26th May and Sunday 27th May.
ELCPP Annual Forum
Published: Wednesday 9th May 2012
“Share and shape…” meeting key challenges for East Lothian, in Knox Academy, Haddington, Wednesday 13 June, 5.45-9pm.
New youth engagement officer
Published: Tuesday 8th May 2012
PC Dougie Smith has been appointed to the new role of Youth Engagement Officer in Musselburgh.
Musselburgh Racecourse Spring Fixtures
Published: Monday 7th May 2012
There is nothing better than when spring breaks and you can see an end to the dark dreary winter. And what better way to spend spring than outdoors, racing at Musselburgh Racecourse!
John Gray Centre attracts 30,000 visitors
Published: Wednesday 2nd May 2012
The John Gray Centre in Haddington has attracted 30,000 visitors in its first month.
Local celebrity to re-launch library DVD service
Published: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Still Game actor James Martin is to help re-launch East Lothian libraries' DVD rental service.
Brunton Theatre Fringe tickets on sale now
Published: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Brunton Theatre has put together an eclectic mix of music and children’s theatre for this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and tickets are on sale now.
'Velkommen' to Danish visitors
Published: Thursday 26th April 2012
Study group from Randers municipality visit East Lothian
Active Arts launches new spring season
Published: Thursday 26th April 2012
Active Arts’ new spring season of arts events and activities for older people starts this week.
Dunbar Library prepares for move
Published: Tuesday 24th April 2012
Dunbar Library closes its Castellau premises on Saturday 28 April and moves to the Bleachingfield Centre.
FREE home insulation for East Lothian households
Published: Tuesday 17th April 2012
East Lothian Council has secured Scottish Government funding for loft and cavity wall insulation.
North Berwick Library on the move
Published: Monday 16th April 2012
North Berwick Library is to have a temporary home for approximately 10 months.
Fund for best new consortium business ideas
Published: Monday 16th April 2012
Co-operative Development Scotland (CDS) is offering £30,000 worth of cash and support to develop new consortium co-operatives in Scotland.
Urban traffic control
Published: Friday 13th April 2012
An Urban traffic control (UTC) system will be installed in Musselburgh. This will co-ordinate the operation of all traffic signals in Musselburgh and give good progress for traffic.
Countryside Rangers and Volunteers Improve North Berwick Law Access Routes
Published: Thursday 5th April 2012
A conservation project at North Berwick Law to improve and conserve the access routes is drawing to a close.
Council considers future rural bus services
Published: Wednesday 4th April 2012
Council responds to First Bus service changes
Whale rescue has unhappy outcome
Published: Wednesday 4th April 2012
Young mammal stranded on North Berwick beach
Tranent Care Facility Project
Published: Tuesday 3rd April 2012
Contractor to start ground stabilisation work next week.
Flagship council facility opens its doors
Published: Monday 2nd April 2012
An exciting new facility for East Lothian is now open to the public.
Trusted Traders scheme launches to businesses
Published: Friday 30th March 2012
Businesses in East Lothian are being invited to sign-up to a new scheme that will help them to market their company and distinguish themselves from rogue traders.
Nominate your inspiring volunteer
Published: Friday 30th March 2012
East Lothian Council, Volunteer Development East Lothian (VDEL) and East Lothian Learning Partnership (ELLP) are now accepting nominations for the Inspiring Volunteering Awards East Lothian 2012.
East Lothian residents join national Spring Clean!
Published: Friday 30th March 2012
More than 840 people from East Lothian have signed up to tackle nation's litter problem – will you join them?
A musical learning experience
Published: Wednesday 28th March 2012
Pupils at Windygoul Primary School have been working with Charades Theatre Company to stage Burke and Hare, a musical about the infamous 19th century Edinburgh body snatchers.
Spreading the benefits of Council contract spend
Published: Tuesday 27th March 2012
Contractors bidding for council contracts in East Lothian will be encouraged to include apprenticeships, work experience programmes and job opportunities for unemployed people in their tenders.
New senior officers appointed
Published: Tuesday 27th March 2012
East Lothian Council has announced the appointment of the chief officials who will head up its service areas, following changes to the Council’s management structure.
Public workshop for Levenhall Links
Published: Friday 16th March 2012
Those interested in the creation of a Local Nature Reserve invited to event
Council considers changes to public entertainment licensing
Published: Thursday 15th March 2012
Local community groups advised about new licensing changes
County's Housing Strategy Approved
Published: Wednesday 14th March 2012
East Lothian Local Housing Strategy 2012-17
Council home targets agreed
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
East Lothian Council has agreed targets for letting council homes from April 2012-March 2013.
Investing in our communities
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
East Lothian Council will continue to fund community councils for the coming year.
Community Wellbeing Partnership funding
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
£868,155 is to be given in grants to voluntary organisations in East Lothian.
Young people have their say on Haddington Town Vision
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
Local young resident wins an Ipod shuffle for sharing views about his town!
Grants ensure safer communities
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
Grants totalling £180k for the coming year go to organisations which promote safety.
Council awards grants for community work
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
The Council has approved grants totalling £676k for the coming year to a range of organisations.
Council approves £2.25m of new contracts
Published: Tuesday 13th March 2012
New affordable housing and play areas for Musselburgh and Tranent
New allotments for Tranent
Published: Monday 12th March 2012
Muirpark residents are dusting off their gardening tools in preparation for the opening of new allotments in Tranent.
Haddington library reopens
Published: Friday 9th March 2012
Haddington Library has reopened its doors today in the brand new John Gray Centre.
Local school children help bury a piece of history
Published: Friday 9th March 2012
Musselburgh school kids have buried a time capsule in a new health centre for the benefit of future generations.
Action group to help fisheries
Published: Wednesday 7th March 2012
A new group has been set up to help East Lothian' fisheries.
Amy aces library challenge
Published: Wednesday 7th March 2012
10 year old Amy Struthers from North Berwick has scooped first prize in the 2012 East Lothian Library Challenge.
Open Space Strategy Consultation
Published: Tuesday 6th March 2012
East Lothian Council is seeking the views of local people on the proposed East Lothian Open Space Strategy.
Steading View council homes officially open
Published: Monday 5th March 2012
The biggest East Lothian Council house building project since the 1970s was officially opened on Monday.
Parent power creates a science extravaganza
Published: Monday 5th March 2012
Dunbar Science Festival will run over two days this year, Saturday and Sunday 10 to 11 March.
First phase of Whitecraig homes completed
Published: Friday 2nd March 2012
Construction has finished on the first phase of 28 new council homes at Deantown Court, Whitecraig.
Pupils plant birthday orchard
Published: Friday 2nd March 2012
As part of its centenary celebrations, Dirleton Primary School has established a community orchard with help from a local farmer.
Community Officer Award
Published: Wednesday 29th February 2012
Lothian and Borders Police is asking members of the public to help them recognise community officers who are considered exceptional.
New Council flats completed in Musselburgh
Published: Wednesday 29th February 2012
Construction of nine new council flats has been completed at 225 North High Street, Musselburgh.
Council approves new chief officer structure
Published: Tuesday 28th February 2012
East Lothian Council has approved changes to its management structure.
Council supports community 'right to buy' bid
Published: Tuesday 28th February 2012
First community 'right to buy' bid in the Lowlands
Older People's Strategy launched
Published: Tuesday 28th February 2012
Joint council and NHS Lothian services for older people
Annual Council Tax Bills 2012/13
Published: Friday 24th February 2012
The annual Council Tax bills for 2012/13 have now been issued to all households in East Lothian.
East Lothian celebrates Fairtrade Fortnight
Published: Thursday 23rd February 2012
Range of events mark Fairtrade Fortnight
LEAP into spring
Published: Wednesday 22nd February 2012
Local groups in Cockenzie and Port Seton plan environmental day of action on 29th Feb.
Haddington Town Centre Vision
Published: Wednesday 22nd February 2012
Have your say about the future of Haddington town centre
Getting around East Lothian Transport Conference
Published: Tuesday 21st February 2012
Community and supported transport - Is there a better way?
Local traders advised about tobacco promotion
Published: Tuesday 21st February 2012
Trading Standards assist local businesses with new legislation
Dog walkers come to heel!
Published: Monday 20th February 2012
The council has launched a voluntary “approved user” accreditation scheme for professional dog walking companies.
New visitor facilities for coastal areas
Published: Monday 20th February 2012
The Council is to build new public toilets at Yellowcraig Beach car park and at Linkfield, John Muir Country Park.
The Council paper East Lothian Living
Published: Friday 17th February 2012
Distribution to all East Lothian households starts Monday 20th February 2012
Switch on to Social Media
Published: Friday 17th February 2012
Places still available for free business event - but hurry!
Council rent increase for 2012/13
Published: Wednesday 15th February 2012
East Lothian councillors have agreed to increase rent on council homes by 4.3 per cent for 2012/13.
Support for East Lothian's economy
Published: Tuesday 14th February 2012
East Lothian Council is supporting businesses so they can offer jobs and supporting people so they have the right skills for employment.
Council budget aims to protect services and invest in key projects
Published: Tuesday 14th February 2012
Spending on key local services is to be protected as part of the budget plans approved by East Lothian Council for the next three years.
Investment for older people's services
Published: Monday 13th February 2012
East Lothian Council's Cabinet has agreed plans to access Scottish Government funding to improve services for older people.
‘It gets better in East Lothian’ - LGBT History Month Celebration Event.
Published: Sunday 12th February 2012
It Gets Better in East Lothian event supporting LGBT youth
Booking open for education conference
Published: Tuesday 7th February 2012
The Enquire conference is an annual gathering of key people involved in additional support for learning across Scotland.
Local projects £20,000 funding boost
Published: Friday 3rd February 2012
East Lothian groups are to share over £20,000 for projects that will enhance their local area.
Get closer to nature
Published: Friday 3rd February 2012
Set yourself a challenge in 2012 – get out and enjoy East Lothian’s best wildlife sites
Shop Local retail initiative attracts record response
Published: Thursday 2nd February 2012
Lucky draw winners receive £150 of Shop Local vouchers
100,000 visitors at John Muir’s Birthplace
Published: Thursday 2nd February 2012
John Muir’s Birthplace in Dunbar was celebrating reaching the 100,000 visitors mark this week.
Council apologises for loss of information
Published: Thursday 2nd February 2012
The Council has apologised to parents after the loss of information on pupils in the Dunbar area.
Welfare reform
Published: Tuesday 31st January 2012
Council raises concerns on impact of welfare reform
Cathy's poster top with crossing guides
Published: Tuesday 31st January 2012
A Law Primary School pupil has won a design award for a road safety poster.
Read, listen, discover... WIN!
Published: Monday 30th January 2012
East Lothian’s libraries are holding a week of special events to celebrate National Libraries Day on 4 February.
New scheme to reward regular readers
Published: Monday 30th January 2012
Every sixth request is free in new library initiative
Council is a top performer
Published: Monday 30th January 2012
East Lothian Council is in line for a top UK award, in recognition of its efforts to improve performance and service delivery.
Don't get reeled in by dodgy fish salesmen
Published: Friday 27th January 2012
Rogue traders targeting East Lothian residents
Don't be blind to risk to kids
Published: Thursday 26th January 2012
Free kits are being distributed across the county to prevent young children becoming tangled in blind cords.
Funding scheme open for applications
Published: Thursday 26th January 2012
Visual artists and craft makers are invited to apply for funding
Councillors agree first step to Pathfinder project
Published: Wednesday 25th January 2012
East Lothian Council volunteers to take part in Police and Fire Board reform proposals
Council tax freeze agreed
Published: Tuesday 24th January 2012
Fifth consecutive year of council tax levels
Ormiston Primary School gets top report
Published: Monday 23rd January 2012
Ormiston Primary School receives an oustanding assessment by the Schools' Inspectorate.
Search for new panel members hits East Lothian
Published: Friday 20th January 2012
Volunteers sought to help vulnerable children
East Lothian secures £85,000 fisheries funding
Published: Tuesday 17th January 2012
European Fisheries Fund to benefit fishing communities
Crime author to visit Gullane library
Published: Tuesday 17th January 2012
Free tickets available from all East Lothian libraries
Trading standards issue motor insurance warning
Published: Friday 13th January 2012
Young drivers targeted in insurance scam
New season at Brunton Theatre
Published: Thursday 12th January 2012
Brunton Theatre’s new season is now on sale with a packed programme of drama, dance, comedy, film, children’s theatre and music.
Spring 2012 Adult Education Programme
Published: Wednesday 4th January 2012
New year, new you. Book a place on an adult education course this January.
Changes to planning legislation
Published: Wednesday 4th January 2012
Changes to whether or not planning permission will be required for householder development take effect on 6th February 2012
Festive Period Bus Services
Published: Thursday 22nd December 2011
Daily summary of bus services in East Lothian from Christmas Eve through to normal service resuming 04 January.
School sings down memory lane
Published: Wednesday 21st December 2011
Dirleton Primary School continued its centenary year party recently with a Christmas concert featuring a specially formed Centenary Choir.
Ministerial visit to East Lothian
Published: Wednesday 14th December 2011
Derek Mackay MSP, Minister for Local Government and Planning, has visited East Lothian Council.
Champions to support county’s children
Published: Wednesday 14th December 2011
Champions groups will work within communities to ensure the best possible start in life for East Lothian’s children.
Keeping the wheels turning
Published: Friday 9th December 2011
Dunbar Primary School is top for cycling in Scotland.
Reconstruction of an 8th Century Christian cross unveiled
Published: Wednesday 7th December 2011
Local heritage project links 1300 years of history
Energy saving scam warning
Published: Wednesday 7th December 2011
Consumers warned about bogus energy saving devices
Eating out in East Lothian this Christmas?
Published: Friday 2nd December 2011
Check out the Food Hygiene Information Scheme
Special school painting unveiled
Published: Friday 2nd December 2011
Specially commissioned painting to mark school centenary unveiled.
Wednesday rubbish collections
Published: Friday 2nd December 2011
Households that did not have their rubbish collected on Wednesday will have a collection as normal next Wednesday 7 December.
Have your say on future of Amisfield stable block
Published: Thursday 1st December 2011
Residents asked to provide ideas for possible use of historic local building
Changes to mental health provision in East Lothian
Published: Thursday 1st December 2011
Mental health day services to be available more widely across the county
Council scoops two top national music awards
Published: Wednesday 30th November 2011
Music tuition and initiatives recognised as top in the UK
Strike Action – Wednesday 30 November
Published: Wednesday 30th November 2011
Some Council services are affected by the strike action today
Roman footsteps sound in Musselburgh again
Published: Tuesday 29th November 2011
An exciting new exhibition of Roman artefacts opens in the newly opened Musselburgh Museum.
New sports pitch part of 'a legacy'
Published: Tuesday 22nd November 2011
A new sports pitch in Whittingehame Drive, Haddington opened at the weekend.
Saltire 2011
Published: Wednesday 16th November 2011
East Lothian is delighted to be staging The Saltire 2011, a festival of music, culture and heritage
Counselling service valued in schools
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
Since it was introduced into six East Lothian primary schools in 2010, the counselling service Place2B has helped hundreds of pupils and become valued by pupils, parents and school staff.
Pupils excel in national exams
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
Pupils in East Lothian's secondary schools performed well in exams in 2011.
Wee school big hit with inspectors
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
Stenton Primary School has being given a 'very good' report from school inspectors.
Have you heard ... 'What the ladybird heard?'
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
All Primary 1 pupils receiving free Bookbug book
2011 Employee Awards
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
This year's Star Award winners were announced at a presentation in Haddington's Knox Academy on Friday (November 18).
Councils agree to develop phased approach to sharing education and children's services
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
East Lothian and Midlothian Councils have agreed to develop a phased approach to sharing education and children's services
Good News For All East Lothian Residents
Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011
Good progress is being made towards meeting a series of targets designed to improve East Lothian’s communities and environment
Pupils welcome minister to school site
Published: Wednesday 9th November 2011
This week pupils welcomed Alex Neil from the Scottish Government to the site of their new joint campus school in Haddington.
Tackling antisocial behaviour in Musselburgh
Published: Tuesday 8th November 2011
Plans have been made to stamp out antisocial behaviour in Musselburgh.
Levenhall Links - A Local Nature Reserve?
Published: Tuesday 8th November 2011
Musselburgh lagoons site may gain new status
East Lothian dementia awareness seminar
Published: Tuesday 8th November 2011
Free event for carers, individuals, support groups and health professionals
Writer of the Year announced
Published: Friday 4th November 2011
More than 100 writers from Midlothian and East Lothian took part
Proposed Plan Exhibition
Published: Thursday 3rd November 2011
On Monday 7th November 2011, SESplan, the Strategic Development Planning Authority for Edinburgh and South East Scotland, will publish the Proposed South East Scotland Strategic Development Plan.
Electric van is first in Scotland
Published: Wednesday 2nd November 2011
Environmental first for council fleet
Education through outdoor activities
Published: Tuesday 1st November 2011
The Forest School educates children through outdoor activities.
Changes at Prestongrange
Published: Tuesday 1st November 2011
There was a lot of activity at Prestongrange Museum on Saturday (29th October), when some of the large objects in the grounds of the museum were moved to Newtongrange.
Council's Depute Provost to stand down at 2012 elections
Published: Tuesday 1st November 2011
East Lothian’s Depute Provost, Councillor Roger Knox, is to stand down at the next council elections in May 2012.
Scottish youth work week
Published: Monday 31st October 2011
East Lothian Council has added its voice to this year's Scottish Youth Work Week campaign that aims to highlight the many positive contributions that youth work makes to Scottish society.
All change at Prestongrange
Published: Friday 28th October 2011
There will be a lot of activity at Prestongrange Museum on Saturday 29th October, when some of the large objects in the grounds of the museum are moved to Newtongrange.
Veginvasion - coming to a classroom near you!
Published: Friday 28th October 2011
East Lothian classrooms are set to be taken over by vegetables of all shapes and sizes during the month of November – in a Veginvasion!
Saltire 2011 programme announced
Published: Friday 28th October 2011
Range of events in and around the county
Good progress made in meeting council commitments
Published: Wednesday 26th October 2011
A recently published report shows that good progress is being made by East Lothian Council in meeting the commitments set out in its 'Contract with the People'.
Council prepares for financial challenges
Published: Wednesday 26th October 2011
Council meeting debates mid-year review of financial strategy
Former pupil with a tale to tell
Published: Thursday 20th October 2011
A former pupil dropped into Dirleton Primary School recently to tell the pupils a story.
Sustainable timber pledge
Published: Thursday 20th October 2011
East Lothian Council has achieved a bronze award in WWF's Local Authority Timber Pledge Scheme
Council sets term dates for 2012-13
Published: Wednesday 19th October 2011
Holidays and term information for school year 2012-13
Council achieving carbon reduction targets
Published: Monday 10th October 2011
Cabinet meeting hears progress achieved for carbon emissions reductions
Library Service receives national award
Published: Monday 10th October 2011
Seven volume series of life in East Lothian 1945-2000 wins award
Free home insulation scheme for Tranent and Prestonpans
Published: Tuesday 4th October 2011
Over the autumn, private householders in the Tranent and Prestonpans areas will be able to access a range of FREE home insulation measures to improve the energy efficiency of their homes and reduce fu
Education Secretary opens primary school
Published: Wednesday 28th September 2011
An ultra modern primary school was opened at Dunbar by Michael Russell MSP.
Massive funding boost for new Council houses
Published: Tuesday 27th September 2011
East Lothian Council has been awarded funding of £4.41 million to build new council houses in North Berwick, Prestonpans, Musselburgh and Cockenzie.
Councillor appointed to rural education commission
Published: Tuesday 13th September 2011
Councillor Peter MacKenzie has been appointed to a new Commission on Rural Education set up by the Scottish Government to examine the best way to delivery education in rural areas.
Making East Lothian safer
Published: Friday 9th September 2011
East Lothian Council has signed a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Lothian and Borders Police - agreeing how Council-funded local police teams will operate and what they will focus on.
New playgroup provides training opportunities for teens
Published: Tuesday 30th August 2011
New playgroup offers opportunities for both tots and teens
Teaching about the birds and the bees
Published: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Launch of new teaching guide
School re-opens after flooding
Published: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Ross High School, Tranent, will reopen to all pupils today, Tuesday 30 August following flooding.
New Council homes for Macmerry
Published: Tuesday 23rd August 2011
East Lothian Council is investing almost £2 million in 14 new homes for rent in Macmerry. Work is due to start in September and is expected to take less than a year to complete.
Summer reading challenge presentation
Published: Tuesday 23rd August 2011
Youngster who completed this year's summer reading challenge received their certificates
New home for well-loved Port Seton sculpture
Published: Wednesday 17th August 2011
Refurbished garden welcomes new resident!
New home for well-loved Port Seton sculpture
Published: Wednesday 17th August 2011
Refurbished garden welcomes new resident!
More affordable and rented homes for Prestonpans
Published: Wednesday 17th August 2011
East Lothian Council and Dunedin Canmore Housing Association (DCHA) are delighted to announce the start of a new partnership to deliver new affordable housing in Prestonpans.
Funding bid for fishing communities
Published: Tuesday 16th August 2011
People in Cockenzie and Port Seton, Dunbar and North Berwick are being asked to take part in a survey on how funding of £200,000 could help their communities.
Council consults on future of services
Published: Thursday 11th August 2011
Local residents are asked for their views on possible transfer of services to trust.
New co-ordinator appointed for Ageing Well project
Published: Tuesday 9th August 2011
Project helps older people enjoy physical activities and wellbeing
Number of council homes increases for first time in 30 years
Published: Monday 25th July 2011
The number of council homes in East Lothian has increased for the first time in a generation.
Councils agree in principle to work together in managing education and children's services
Published: Wednesday 29th June 2011
East Lothian and Midlothian Councils have agreed in principle to develop shared arrangements for managing and delivering support services in education and children's services.
Appointment of new Chief Executive
Published: Wednesday 8th June 2011
Angela Leitch selected as preferred candidate
Writer of the Year 2011
Published: Wednesday 8th June 2011
Entrants invited to try out for Writer of Year competition
Work progressing on Ormiston Community Centre
Published: Wednesday 1st June 2011
Ormiston residents will be delighted to hear that the village’s new community centre is progressing well and the building is expected to be complete by December this year.
£1.25M to support services to older people in East Lothian
Published: Wednesday 25th May 2011
Cash boost for range of services for older people across the county.
East Lothian commits to building new homes for rent
Published: Tuesday 24th May 2011
East Lothian Council is set to continue its ambitious new house-building project into 2012 after planned works were approved by Cabinet at a meeting today (Tuesday).
Best Workplace of the Year 2010
Published: Thursday 21st April 2011
East Lothian Council scooped 2 awards at the 4th Annual HR Network Awards 2010.
New homes taking shape at Muirpark Wynd
Published: Tuesday 12th April 2011
The biggest East Lothian Council house building project since the 1970s – 100 new homes at Muirpark Wynd, Tranent – is rapidly taking shape.
Budget Headlines
Published: Tuesday 8th February 2011
East Lothian Council set its budget for 2011/12 at a special meeting of the full Council held on Tuesday 8 February 2011.
A very happy family at Baxter's Neuk, Tranent
Published: Friday 28th January 2011
First family moves into new specially-adapted Council home in Tranent.
Ombudsman comments on social work complaint
Published: Wednesday 22nd December 2010
Complaint made to council regarding financial assessment for residential care
Cash from crime supports local sports facilities
Published: Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Justice Minister, Kenny MacAskill helps to officially open new pavilion
The Futures Fair
Published: Friday 29th October 2010
Free information fair for young people with disabilities about life after school.
Council accepts revised wind turbine plan
Published: Tuesday 14th September 2010
Council has accepted a revised plan for 22 wind turbines at Wester Dods and Aikengall.
Free access to Scottish archives from your own home
Published: Wednesday 8th September 2010
Wealth of Scottish archive material now available to local library members
END IT - Stopping violence against women
Published: Tuesday 31st August 2010
Multi-agency partnership launches new campaign aiming to end violence against women
Council prepares for difficult spending choices
Published: Tuesday 24th August 2010
Two recently published reports examining East Lothian Council's finances point to some tough spending choices for the Council over the next few years - despite a better than expected financial position in the current year.
Cash boost for council housing programme
Published: Friday 2nd July 2010
Scottish Government funding towards affordable housing
East Lothian Council appoints new Head of Education
Published: Tuesday 29th June 2010
Richard Jennings to join Education and Children's Services
First Minister opens new stable yard complex
Published: Friday 18th June 2010
Horses competing at sell-out Ladies Day meeting enjoy new quarters!
Shaping the future of Edinburgh and South East Scotland 2012
Published: Monday 31st May 2010
Have your say about the future planning of the SESplan area
Make a difference – foster a child - www.fostercaring.org
Published: Wednesday 26th May 2010
New campaign launched by East and Midlothian, Scottish Borders and Edinburgh Council to encourage new foster carers to come forward
Dunbar gets new train link to Edinburgh
Published: Monday 24th May 2010
Councillors Barry Turner and Paul McLennan welcome train driver Robin Sweeney on Monday 24 May after he brought in the first ScotRail Edinburgh to Dunbar service for 20 years.
New homes for Tranent announced
Published: Wednesday 21st April 2010
Largest council development in 25 years for Tranent
Golfer Catriona Mattew becomes the first Freewoman of East Lothian
Published: Monday 15th February 2010
The 2009 Women's British Open Golf champion, Catriona Matthew, became the first Freewoman of East Lothian following an investiture ceremony at the Marine Hotel, North Berwick last Friday (12 February).
Are You Registered To Vote?
Published: Monday 15th February 2010
To vote in the General Election, which must be held on or before 3 June 2010, you must be registered.
Council housing fit for the future
Published: Thursday 14th January 2010
Minister visits Musselburgh as Housing Bill is published in Scottish Parliament.
Progress to homelessness 2012 target
Published: Tuesday 12th January 2010
The economic recession, new legislative requirements and a lack of social housing for rent is impeding progress to abolish homelessness in East Lothian by 2012.
Approval for new affordable homes in Prestonpans
Published: Tuesday 10th November 2009
East Lothian Council has awarded a contract for £900,000 to build eight new affordable properties in Middleshot Square, Prestonpans.
Futures fair to help disabled young people
Published: Wednesday 4th November 2009
An information fair at the Brunton Hall, Musselburgh offering advice for young people with disabilities.
A life in crime
Published: Friday 23rd October 2009
Author to visit Dunbar Library to share her writing tips.
Survey findings are good news for East Lothian
Published: Tuesday 18th August 2009
East Lothian is one of the best places to live in the UK, according to a recent survey of local opinion. In a poll carried out earlier this year for East Lothian Council, 97 per cent of residents said that the county is a good to place to live, with only 2 per cent rating it as poor.
A museum for Musselburgh
Published: Wednesday 1st July 2009
The venue for the new Musselburgh Museum has been announced on the town’s High Street.
Good progress in meeting ‘Contract with the People’
Published: Wednesday 24th June 2009
A ‘mid-term’ report from East Lothian Council shows that steady progress is being made in meeting all the commitments set out in “ Our Contract with the People” – a declaration of joint intent from the ruling Administration which was adopted by the Council two years ago.
Antisocial behaviour plan approved
Published: Tuesday 9th June 2009
East Lothian Council has set out its plans for tackling antisocial behaviour in the county with the approval of a new three-year strategy.
Councillors' Expenses 2008/09
Published: Monday 1st June 2009
East Lothian Council has published its annual summary of councillors' expenses for the year from 1 April 2008 to 31 March 2009
500 years of Musselburgh history uncovered in unique find
Published: Thursday 16th April 2009
Unique historical records uncovered giving invaluable picture of Musselburgh's past.
£2.6m for Council house building
Published: Tuesday 14th April 2009
East Lothian Council’s plans to deliver new Council housing in the county have been given a boost thanks to a £2.6m grant from the Scottish Government.
Contracts awarded for care at home services
Published: Tuesday 7th April 2009
New contracts awarded for Care at Home services
First new Council houses in Musselburgh for a generation launched
Published: Monday 23rd March 2009
East Lothian Council has officially opened the first new Council homes to be built and let in Musselburgh for a generation.
An additional £2.5m for affordable housing in East Lothian
Published: Tuesday 27th January 2009
The Scottish Government has awarded East Lothian an additional £2.5m for affordable housing projects in 2008/09.
Rare Roman tombstone star of 2008 Archaeology Conference
Published: Friday 16th January 2009
Programme details of 2008 Archaeology Conference
Access Scotland's People website at local libraries
Published: Thursday 15th January 2009
Genealogy help sessions available at Musselburgh and Haddington libraries
Addressing health inequality in East Lothian
Published: Tuesday 13th January 2009
East Lothian Council to lead on new government initiative to tackle health inequalities in the county.
East Lothian Council approves £110m affordable housing plan
Published: Tuesday 9th December 2008
East Lothian Council has committed to a £110m affordable housing programme during 2009-2014.
East Lothian Provost expenses
Published: Tuesday 2nd December 2008
Council response to erroneous media reports
Council says no to coastal car parking charges
Published: Tuesday 28th October 2008
A meeting of East Lothian Council has today (28 October 2008) agreed not to introduce car parking charges at any of its 13 coastal sites following the results of a public consultation into the issue.
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