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Replacement of Brunton Hall to be discussed

Councillors are to consider a proposal to progress a replacement of the Brunton Hall in Musselburgh, which would safeguard arts and community provision in the town for generations to come.

Published 21st August 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Carriageway repairs being carried out on B6355 in Pencaitland

Carriageway repairs on the B6355 in Pencaitland are currently being undertaken by East Lothian Council.

Published 21st August 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

New direct access self-referral mental health telephone line

A new single point of contact telephone line has launched enabling adults to self-refer themselves into East Lothian based NHS mental services.

Published 19th August 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

One Council Partnership Funding

Local community groups, charities and third sector organisations will be able to apply for revenue grant awards from East Lothian Council’s One Council Partnership Fund (OCPF) from 1 September.

Published 18th August 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Tourism in East Lothian generates £379 million for local economy in 2024

East Lothian’s visitor economy continues to thrive, with the latest tourism impact figures showing a nine per cent year-on-year increase in economic benefit, generating £379 million in 2024.

Published 14th August 2025.

Posted in Tourism and visitor attractions news.

New primary schools prepare to open

The scale and ambition of two new primary schools has become clear as they prepare to open their doors to children in just two days’ time.

Published 11th August 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Attainment gap narrows for East Lothian learners

East Lothian has made a significant improvement to narrow the attainment gap between pupils in the county’s most and least disadvantaged areas at National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher levels.

Published 5th August 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Review of short-term let policy

Residents are being invited to share their views on East Lothian Council’s short-term let licensing policy.

Published 4th August 2025.

Posted in Licensing news.

Storm Floris

Storm Floris is likely to bring a spell of unseasonably strong and potentially disruptive winds to northern UK on Monday.

Published 3rd August 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Transport Secretary officially opens new bridge replacing Markle Level Crossing

A new bridge and diversionary road replacing the Markle Level Crossing near East Linton was officially opened today (Thursday, 31 July) by Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop.

Published 31st July 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

School and sporting memories group team up

A new project at Dunbar Grammar School has brought young and older sports fans together for company and friendly competition.  

Published 28th July 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Consultation opens on St Margaret's House

East Lothian Council is consulting on proposals for a new 40-year lease of Dunbar’s St Margaret’s House to Winterfield Golf Club.

Published 25th July 2025.

Posted in Your community news.

Scottish Art from 1880-1940 on display at Dunbar Museum & Gallery

Don’t miss your chance to see a unique exhibition of wonderful works from the Glasgow Boys & Girls, Glasgow School and the Scottish Colourists.

Published 22nd July 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

East Lothian Archaeology & Heritage Fortnight 2025

The programme for this year’s celebration of the richness of East Lothian’s cultural heritage and archaeology is now live.

Published 18th July 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Preparations underway for community council elections

Residents keen to make a difference in their local area will have an opportunity to put themselves forward for election to one of East Lothian’s community councils later this year.

Published 15th July 2025.

Posted in Elections and voting news.

Call for information to help develop Coastal Change Adaptation Plan

Residents are being asked to share first-hand knowledge, experience or observations to help the Council develop plans to manage the potential future impacts of coastal erosion and other challenges.

Published 14th July 2025.

Posted in Climate emergency news.

East Lothian Trading Standards team warning – fake Labubu dolls

Trading Standards officers in East Lothian have seized a number of fake Labubu dolls from various different premises across the county.

Published 11th July 2025.

Posted in Trading Standards news.

Work well underway to enhance CLD leadership with further improvements planned

Good progress is being made in strengthening the leadership and governance of community learning and development (CLD) activities in East Lothian, a report has found.

Published 10th July 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Drop-in events organised to showcase technology solutions to support you at home.

East Lothian Rehabilitation Service is launching a series of free public drop-in sessions from July to December to showcase how technology can support people to live more independently at home.

Published 8th July 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Chance Meeting Between Former Royal Marines at Dementia Awareness Café Sparks Ongoing Support

Patients, staff, carers, and community members came together for tea, music, and conversation in a series of heart-warming sessions celebrating friendship and person-centred care.

Published 4th July 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Gas network upgrades on the A199

Scottish Gas Networks (SGN) has confirmed a start date for essential upgrades on the gas network on the A199 in Haddington.

Published 3rd July 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Accounts Commission report published

Performance in most areas has been improving over time with good progress continuing to be made at East Lothian Council, according to a report published by the Accounts Commission.

Published 3rd July 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Construction handover achieved on Blindwells and Craighall schools

Two new primary schools have officially been handed over to East Lothian Council.

Published 2nd July 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Have your say on proposed Musselburgh traffic changes

A public consultation was launched today (Monday 30 June) seeking views on new and amended Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) proposed for Musselburgh.

Published 30th June 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Demolition work to start at old coal store site, Cockenzie

The concrete demolition stage of the wider Cockenzie enabling works is due to begin on Monday 30 June and will last for 20 weeks.

Published 27th June 2025.

Posted in Planning and building standards news.

Cost of planning fees halved for health-related developments

Planning fees for health-related developments in the county have been reduced by half following a meeting of East Lothian Council on Tuesday (24 June).

Published 27th June 2025.

Posted in Planning and building standards news.

Genesis Scottish Open 2025 traffic & travel

The Genesis Scottish Open golf tournament returns to the Renaissance Club, near Dirleton, for the seventh consecutive year, with thousands of visitors expected to flock to East Lothian from 9-13 July.

Published 27th June 2025.

Posted in Tourism and visitor attractions news.

Esk river partnership aims to restore nature and address climate change

A new partnership has been formed to help restore nature and address climate change in the Lothian Esk river catchment area.

Published 26th June 2025.

Posted in Climate emergency news.

Work starts on creation of pump track in North Berwick

Work has begun on a pump track in North Berwick which will create a fun and safe space for riders of all ages and abilities.

Published 26th June 2025.

Posted in Sport and leisure news.