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East Lothian Advice Consortium annual report published
A report has been published highlighting the important work of the East Lothian Advice Consortium (ELAC) in providing free, impartial advice to local residents on matters such as benefits and debts.
Published 17th September 2024.
Posted in Media Centre news.
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Public engagement on Planning Older People’s Services priorities launched
Having identified four priorities to support the delivery of older people’s services, ELHSCP has launched a 12-week engagement and consultation schedule where public can share their comments.
Published 17th September 2024.
Posted in Social care and health news.
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Changes agreed to council housing allocations policy to help with the current housing crisis
Changes have been agreed to East Lothian Council’s housing allocations policy to ease the extreme pressure on the homelessness service and provide improved outcomes for our homeless clients.
Published 10th September 2024.
Posted in Housing news.
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East Lothian groups honoured at Beautiful Scotland awards
Groups recognised for community improvement.
Published 10th September 2024.
Posted in Media Centre news.
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Office closures - September weekend
The following Council offices will be closed on Friday 13 and Monday 16 September 2024:
Published 6th September 2024.
Posted in Your council news.
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New video showcases the best of East Lothian’s ‘agritourism’
Agritourism is a growing trend, with visitors seeking out authentic experiences that connect them to the countryside and Scotland’s natural larder. Showcasing the best of this thriving sector, a new video has been launched that highlights the rich agritourism offering in East Lothian and the region’s diverse farm-based experiences.
Published 5th September 2024.
Posted in Tourism and visitor attractions news.
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Planning Committee agrees to object to a windfarm at Newlands Hill
East Lothian Planning Committee met on Tuesday 3 September and agreed to submit an objection to Scottish Ministers via the Scottish Government Energy Consents Unit (ECU) in relation to a proposed windfarm at Newlands Hill.
Published 4th September 2024.
Posted in Media Centre news.
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East Lothian Integration Joint Board Annual Performance Report 2023-24
East Lothian Integration Joint Board (IJB) has published its Annual Performance Report for 2023/24, showcasing its continued commitment to develop health and social care services in East Lothian.
Published 2nd September 2024.
Posted in Social care and health news.
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Council actions to tackle nature emergency
East Lothian Councillors have heard about the actions being taken to protect and enhance biodiversity and restore natural habitats following the declaration of a Nature Emergency in the county last year.
Published 27th August 2024.
Posted in Countryside and wildlife news.
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mygovscot myaccount hits 2.5million users milestone
A platform which provides easy access to public services online in Scotland is now being used by 2.5 million people across the country, including 52,000 people in the East Lothian Council area.
Published 27th August 2024.
Posted in Media Centre news.
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Second round of shopfront improvement grant scheme launched in Haddington
The second round of an initiative to help improve the appearance of Haddington town centre has been launched by East Lothian Council and Haddington & District Community Council.
Published 9th August 2024.
Posted in Business news.
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Inveresk Medical Practice patients pilot direct access to CWIC same-day appointments
Aiming to improve patient experiences, a pilot scheme is being introduced to support patients to gain direct access to same-day health appointments for non-recurring acute illnesses.
Published 26th July 2024.
Posted in Social care and health news.
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