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Former Cockenzie Power Station site - an update

An update on the future of the former Cockenzie Power Station has been provided to East Lothian Councillors.

Published 28th June 2022.

Posted in Jobs and training news.

Overview of council financial outlook

An overview of East Lothian Council’s financial outlook for 2023/24 onwards has been provided to Councillors.

Published 28th June 2022.

Posted in Your council news.

Improvements at East Lothian beaches to benefit visitors

Improved facilities at two popular East Lothian coastal locations have been unveiled ahead of the busy summer season.

Published 27th June 2022.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Private sector landlord survey

East Lothian Council has launched a survey about the operation of the private rented sector and its role in meeting housing need locally.

Published 23rd June 2022.

Posted in Housing news.

Online debut: Anthem for East Lothian

On 29 May 2022, East Lothian Council Instrumental Music Service hosted An Anthem for East Lothian, in collaboration with Lammermuir Festival, under the baton of renowned conductor Sian Edwards.

Published 23rd June 2022.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Proposal for public consultation on parking measures to be considered by Councillors

Councillors will be asked to consider holding a consultation regarding possible ways of improving parking management in East Lothian.

Published 22nd June 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Campfires and barbecues - risk of fire

East Lothian Council Countryside Rangers are advising against campfires and BBQs at coastal beauty spots and open spaces.

Published 21st June 2022.

Posted in Countryside and wildlife news.

Remembering Together: co-creating Covid community memorials

Remembering Together is a Covid community memorial programme taking place in every local authority area in Scotland.

Published 21st June 2022.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Council Headquarters flies Armed Forces Week Flag

The Armed Forces flag has been raised on East Lothian Council’s headquarters in Haddington to mark the start of Armed Forces Week 2022 on 20 June. The week concludes on Armed Forces Day on 25 June.

Published 20th June 2022.

Posted in Your council news.

Avian flu advice

If visiting East Lothian beaches and coastline please follow guidelines to minimise spread of avian flu.

Published 20th June 2022.

Posted in Environmental health news.

Fostering in East Lothian

We are urgently seeking foster carers to support local children.

Published 17th June 2022.

Posted in Social care and health news.

New prices for charging your car in East Lothian

New tariff levels for EV chargepoints

Published 16th June 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Annual Accounts

Unaudited annual accounts – 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022

Published 16th June 2022.

Posted in Your council news.

Introduction of a ‘bus gate’ in Wallyford approved

The Loan in Wallyford to be open to buses, taxis and bicycles only for a 6 month trial

Published 14th June 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Cabinet approve amended Traffic Regulation Orders

Approval for enforcement of disabled parking bays and car park hours amongst proposals agreed

Published 14th June 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Council moves to 'recovery' phase of COVID-19 pandemic

East Lothian Council has declared that it is moving into the ‘recovery’ phase of the COVD-19 pandemic but highlighted that services continue to face a number of significant challenges.

Published 13th June 2022.

Posted in Your community news.

Milestone reached in QMU junction works on A1

All traffic is now diverted onto a temporary carriageway at the site of new junction works at the A1 next to Queen Margaret University.

Published 9th June 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

New bus shelters being installed in parts of the county

New shelters will form part of proposed Journey Hubs

Published 8th June 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Planning Committee approves new homes and infrastructure at Blindwells

East Lothian Council’s Planning Committee met remotely on Tuesday 7th June and considered a number of applications, including three relating to Blindwells.

Published 7th June 2022.

Posted in Planning and building standards news.

Dunbar lifts trophy at Willie Innes Youth Games

Dunbar Grammar School were crowned winners of the inaugural Willie Innes Youth Games held on Wednesday 1 June.

Published 7th June 2022.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Queen's Platinum Jubilee

East Lothian's Provost has congratulated Her Majesty The Queen on her Platinum Jubilee.

Published 2nd June 2022.

Posted in Media Centre news.

East Linton Primary School update

East Lothian Council has outlined the next steps for the development of a new primary school in East Linton as it published the outcome of its recent consultation.

Published 2nd June 2022.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Update on A1 lane closures – QMU junction works

As work continues to progress on the new junction on the A1 near Queen Margaret University (QMU), some further lane closures and diversions are due to take place in the coming weeks.

Published 31st May 2022.

Posted in Transport infrastructure in new developments news.

Elphinstone praised in national report

Elphinstone Primary School and Nursery Class’s work to support families and learners during lockdown learning has been highlighted as an example of good practice.

Published 31st May 2022.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

An Anthem for East Lothian

East Lothian Council Instrumental Music Service invites you to attend ‘An Anthem for East Lothian’ at St Mary’s Parish Church, Haddington on Sunday 29 May 2022.

Published 27th May 2022.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

10 NEW digitised walking trails launched in East Lothian

Explore John Muir’s county on foot with new self-guided walking trails

Published 27th May 2022.

Posted in Countryside and wildlife news.

Launch of Your Police 2022-23 survey

Police Scotland has launched its Your Police 2022-23 survey.

Published 27th May 2022.

Posted in Your community news.

Edinburgh Marathon - Sunday 29 May

This year's Edinburgh Marathon is being held on Sunday, 29 May.

Published 25th May 2022.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Backing for East Lothian Good Food Charter

An initiative which seeks to tackle food poverty and promote healthy produce has been endorsed by East Lothian Council.

Published 25th May 2022.

Posted in Your community news.