Roads and transport
It has been necessary to make the changes to the way we currently deliver some of our services due to the impacts of Coronavirus/COVID-19. We are grateful for your patience at this time.
Blue Badge applications
We're encouraging residents to apply online for a Blue Badge using the Government portal. If you're unable to apply online you can complete the application forms and return them to us by post: Transport Services, East Lothian Council, John Muir House, Haddington EH41 3HA.
Due to a high volume of applications there may be a delay in processing your application. In the meantime, Blue Badges due to expire have been extended until 31 December 2020. This means you can continue to use an expired Blue Badge in East Lothian between now and the end of the year. This extension may not apply to use of Blue Badges in other local authority areas.
Application form (discretionary)
Please refer to section 2 of the forms to understand whether you should complete a 'discretionary' or 'automatic' application.
Public toilets
Check public toilet opening times.
Car parks
All of East Lothian’s coastal and countryside car parks are now open.
Spaces for People
Spaces for People is a new, temporary infrastructure programme in Scotland which offers funding and support to make it safer for people who choose to walk, cycle or wheel for essential trips and exercise during Covid-19. Read our latest update on temporary changes in East Lothian.
Footway permits occupation permits for promotional stands
Following the latest guidance from the Government regarding the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak and the recommendation to avoid unnecessary social contact, we have made the decision to temporarily stop issuing footway occupation permits for promotional stands. This decision will be reviewed regularly.
National Entitlement Cards (bus passes)
Card production for National Entitlement Cards has started again - find out more from Transport Scotland’s website.
Cycles for key workers
Sustrans offers discounts for key workers including NHS staff, as well as information on bike shops which are still open.
Parking enforcement and fines
Full parking enforcement across East Lothian has resumed.To avoid receiving a £60 penalty charge notice (PCN) drivers should comply with the restrictions indicated by the signs and lines displayed on the street.
Residents' parking schemes
We are no longer accepting telephone enquiries for our residents' parking scheme permits. You can email us, or apply for a permit online. Find out more about how to do this.
Transport providers
Lothian will operate a network of key routes to help maintain essential services throughout the city.
Download list of Lothian COVID-19 services
Rail and bus companies may be running services in a different way to protect staff and customers. Please make sure you check with your provider to learn about more the impacts on their services: