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In memoriam Councillor Willie Innes image is a photograph of Councillor Innes

Tributes to East Lothian Council Leader, Councillor Willie Innes

Tributes have been made to Councillor Innes who has sadly passed away.

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Household recycling collections becoming weekly

The new weekly recycling services for East Lothian households start from 15 November.

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Resident Survey Launched

27 Oct 2021
Council grants for communities - applications now open

26 Oct 2021
Death of Council Leader Councillor Willie Innes

25 Oct 2021

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Death of Council Leader Councillor Willie Innes

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