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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.

  • Annual Accounts

    Unaudited annual accounts – 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022

    Published 16th June 2022.

  • Tribute to former Council Leader

    Sports awards to be named after Willie Innes

    Published 29th March 2022.

  • Council agrees Outline Council Plan 2022-27

    An Outline Council Plan for a five year period, 2022-27 was agreed at today’s (Tuesday 29 March) full Council meeting.

    Published 29th March 2022.

  • Help for Ukraine

    Council agrees Emergency Motion of support for Ukraine

    Published 3rd March 2022.

  • Development of draft budget proposals

    An update on the development of East Lothian Council’s budget, including draft proposals for 2022/23, was presented at today’s meeting of Cabinet.

    Published 26th January 2022.

  • Enhancing testing capacity in East Lothian

    The former Stoneyhill Community Centre in Musselburgh will now offer symptomatic COVID-19 testing as well as tests for people with no symptoms of the virus.

    Published 25th January 2022.

  • Consultation on free period product provision

    East Lothian Council is gathering views on its scheme which distributes free period products in the county.

    Published 19th January 2022.

  • Meet John! Aberlady Bay Local Nature Reserve Warden

    Learn about John and his role as a Nature Reserve Warden.

    Published 23rd December 2021.

  • Meet Colin!

    Meet Colin, who works in the IT department.

    Published 16th December 2021.

  • Final preparations underway for opening of new vaccination site at Haddington’s Corn Exchange

    Important update on new drop-in clinics

    Published 15th December 2021.

  • Financial strategy agreed

    Updated financial and capital strategies for the next five years have been agreed at a meeting of East Lothian Council.

    Published 14th December 2021.

  • Council Annual Performance Report 2021

    A summary of the council’s performance against the four main objectives of the East Lothian Council Plan 2017-2022

    Published 14th December 2021.

  • Flow before you go – Council Leader urges residents to continue playing part in reducing spread of COVID-19

    As Christmas approaches, the leader of East Lothian Council has highlighted the important steps which local residents can take to curb the spread of COVID-19.

    Published 6th December 2021.

  • Severe weather update - 30.11.21 12 noon

    East Lothian Council and our partners have been working hard to respond to the challenges arising from the storm which battered eastern Scotland on Friday night and into Saturday morning.

    Published 30th November 2021.

  • Severe weather update - 27.11.21 10am

    Overnight wind speeds in excess of 80mph have presented significant challenges throughout East Lothian.

    Published 27th November 2021.

  • By-election – Ward 2

    Following the sad death of Councillor Willie Innes, it has been confirmed that the law requires a by-election to be held in Ward 2 – Preston/Seton/Gosford.

    Published 16th November 2021.

  • Financial Review noted at full Council

    Current financial position discussed at full council meeting

    Published 16th November 2021.

  • Death of Council Leader Councillor Willie Innes

    East Lothian Council Leader, Councillor Willie Innes, sadly passed away on Sunday 24 October following a long illness.

    Published 25th October 2021.

  • Pressure on services with vacancies and absence taking their toll – council keen to fill current vacancies

    Depute Council Leader, Norman Hampshire, advises continued pressures impacting on council services

    Published 22nd October 2021.

  • Meet Elaine Jackson - Business Adviser for Business Gateway.

    Meet Elaine Jackson who works as a Business Adviser for Business Gateway.

    Published 15th October 2021.

  • Office closures Friday 17 and Monday 20

    Information on upcoming office closures September 2021.

    Published 16th September 2021.

  • Find out where people with no COVID-19 symptoms can get tested next week

    The locations where East Lothian residents with no symptoms can get tested next week have been confirmed.

    Published 9th September 2021.

  • Meet Alison, Care Support Organiser

    Meet Alison who manages the Emergency Care Service at East Lothian Council.

    Published 27th August 2021.

  • Have your say on our Draft Equality Plan

    A consultation has been launched on East Lothian Council’s Draft Equality Plan 2021-2025.

    Published 26th August 2021.

  • Consultation opens on Draft Poverty Plan

    A consultation on the council’s Draft Poverty Plan 2021-2023 has opened online following the approval of the document at a council meeting on 22 June 2021.

    Published 5th August 2021.

  • Meet Sophie - Countryside Ranger

    Meet Sophie

    Published 29th July 2021.

  • Council to consult on Draft Poverty Plan

    East Lothian Council has published a Draft 2021-2023 Poverty Plan and will be inviting views in a consultation to last for 12 weeks.

    Published 24th June 2021.

  • Meet Sheila!

    Organised, determined and methodical are all essential qualities for Sheila Fitzpatrick in her capacity as Team Leader for Licensing and Landlord Registration.

    Published 23rd June 2021.

  • Councillors call for ‘infrastructure first’ approach to housing allocations

    East Lothian Councillors have agreed their response to a Scottish Government consultation on establishing minimum housing land requirements for inclusion in National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4).

    Published 22nd June 2021.

  • The Brunton is turning 50!

    Musselburgh’s Brunton Hall, home to the Brunton Theatre, is celebrating its Golden Anniversary tomorrow.

    Published 22nd June 2021.

  • Flying the flag for our Forces

    The Armed Forces Day flag is being flown at two of East Lothian’s most prominent civic buildings in tribute to service personnel past and present during Armed Forces Week 2021.

    Published 21st June 2021.

  • Meet Scott!

    Meet Scott, Active Schools Coordinator at Dunbar Grammar School.

    Published 16th June 2021.

  • Meet Russell!

    Meet Russell, Senior Social Work Practitioner.

    Published 28th May 2021.

  • Rainbow flag flies above the Town House in Haddington

    Rainbow flag flies above Town House in Haddington.

    Published 21st May 2021.

  • Gaelic Language Plan published by East Lothian Council

    A Gaelic Language Plan, setting out how the language will be promoted and developed locally, has been published by East Lothian Council.

    Published 17th May 2021.

  • Meet Stewart, Headteacher at Athelstaneford

    Stewart recently celebrated his one year anniversary of being Headteacher at Athelstaneford. 

    Published 5th May 2021.

  • New future for town hall as Prestonpans (1745) Heritage Trust takes the reins

    Prestonpans Town Hall, built by public subscription 126 years ago, is set for a vibrant future as local group, The Battle of Prestonpans (1745) Heritage Trust is taking on a five year lease.

    Published 22nd April 2021.

  • Meet Richard!

    Employee spotlight on Richard, Service Improvement Officer for Children's services.

    Published 22nd April 2021.

  • Meet Lorraine!

    Employee spotlight on Lorraine!

    Published 7th April 2021.

  • Office Closures - Easter 2021

    Information on office closures during Easter 2021.

    Published 29th March 2021.

  • Meet Claire! Collections Office and Covid Vaccination Nurse

    Meet Claire Collections Officer and Covid Vaccination Nurse.

    Published 5th March 2021.

  • Meet Susan - Customer Feedback and FOI team leader

    Meet Susan our team leader for Customer Feedback and FOI teams.

    Published 25th February 2021.

  • Cabinet and committee appointments approved

    A number of changes to the membership of committees were approved at today’s meeting of East Lothian Council (Tuesday, 23 February).

    Published 23rd February 2021.

  • Meet Frances!

    Meet Frances who works as an Information Officer at East Lothian Council.

    Published 2nd February 2021.

  • Meet Ciaren Ross!

    Meet Ciaren Ross who is a bagpipe instructor at the East Lothian Council - teaching across a number of schools.

    Published 25th January 2021.

  • Climate Change Strategy update

    Review, 12 months after launch of Climate Change Strategy

    Published 19th January 2021.

  • Meet Angus Campbell, Head Operator plant nursery

    Meet Angus!

    Published 23rd December 2020.

  • East Lothian Council Office Closure – Christmas 2020/New Year 2021

    East Lothian Council Office Closures

    Published 23rd December 2020.

  • Learning Estate Review Pre-Consultation announced

    A review of East Lothian’s learning estate will be carried out shortly to ensure that the county has buildings and facilities which are fit for the future.

    Published 15th December 2020.

  • Meet Jade! Catering assistant at Dunbar Primary School

    Meet Jade! Catering assistant at Dunbar Primary School

    Published 2nd December 2020.

  • Meet Tara - Our Countryside Ranger

    Tara details her day to day work as a Countryside Ranger in East Lothian.

    Published 4th November 2020.

  • Meet Daniel! Our Service Development Officer at East Lothian Works

    Meet Daniel! Our Service Development Officer at East Lothian Works and find out more about his role within the council.

    Published 7th October 2020.

  • Meet Stephanie - our Local Community Planning Officer

    Meet Stephanie our Local Community Planning Officer who has played a key role in helping local communities and services.

    Published 9th September 2020.

  • September weekend closure - Friday 18 to Monday 21

    September weekend closure information.

    Published 4th September 2020.

  • Emergency recess period ends

    Chief Executive confirms end of Emergency Recess procedures.

    Published 17th August 2020.

  • Meet David!

    Meet David – who is a Learning Technologist supporting our schools when using online technologies.

    Published 17th June 2020.

  • Message from Depute Council Leader and Chief Executive

    For many of us, Easter is traditionally a very important time for joining together with friends and family to celebrate, and enjoy the signs of spring around us.

    Published 9th April 2020.

  • East Lothian Council’s Response to Coronavirus

    Statement from Depute Council Leader Councillor Norman Hampshire.

    Published 24th March 2020.

  • Emergency Recess Procedures

    COVID-19 Emergency Recess Procedures have been invoked by East Lothian Council.

    Published 23rd March 2020.

  • Preferred candidate for Chief Executive announced

    Monica Patterson has been named preferred candidate for the role of East Lothian Council’s new Chief Executive.

    Published 17th December 2019.

  • Demonstrations of new BSL service

    Demonstrations of a new service to help deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users access council services are being held on 25 November.

    Published 14th November 2019.

  • Search for new Chief Executive underway

    Leaders with strong track records who can build high-quality public services have been invited to apply for the post of Chief Executive at East Lothian Council.

    Published 22nd October 2019.

  • Annual Audit Report published

    Effective financial management, governance and transparency have been highlighted by an external audit of East Lothian Council’s 2018/19 financial performance.

    Published 26th September 2019.

  • Recognition for volunteers and council employees on Scottish Housing Day

    A number of awards recognising hard work and commitment were presented to council employees and local volunteers at a ceremony to mark Scottish Housing Day 2019.

    Published 26th September 2019.

  • Scottish Opens will return to Golf Coast

    It has been confirmed that the Renaissance Club will host the Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open and the Aberdeen Standard Investments Ladies Scottish Open next year.

    Published 28th August 2019.

  • Results of Residents Survey published

    The results of East Lothian Council’s 2019 Residents Survey highlight that the vast majority of people locally believe the county is a very good or good place to live.

    Published 27th August 2019.

  • Funders Fair to be held

    A Funders Fair will take place in Musselburgh next month to help local community groups, charities and social enterprises attract funding to make a difference in their community.

    Published 20th August 2019.

  • Community Partnership Funding to help make a real difference to our communities

    Almost £3.7 million of community partnership funding has been awarded to third sector and other community organisations in East Lothian for 2019/20.

    Published 27th June 2019.

  • Statement of Accounts

    Unaudited statement of accounts – 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019

    Published 14th June 2019.

  • Council's performance continues to improve

    Policy and Performance Review Committee note improved council performance

    Published 12th June 2019.

  • Historic army regiment to receive Freedom of East Lothian

    Councillors in East Lothian have unanimously agreed to grant the Freedom of the county to Lothians and Border Yeomanry. The decision was taken at a full council meeting yesterday.

    Published 15th May 2019.

  • Haddington & Lammermuir By-Election result

    Haddington & Lammermuir By-Election result

    Published 10th May 2019.

  • Local Development Plan commended in national award

    East Lothian Council’s Local Development Plan (LDP) has been commended at a prestigious planning industry awards ceremony.

    Published 29th April 2019.

  • Half day closure of Gracefield Car Park, Musselburgh - 29 March

    The COSLA Convention will be held in The Brunton, Musselburgh, on Friday, 29 March.

    Published 25th March 2019.

  • Council budget agreed

    East Lothian Council’s budget plans were today approved by Elected Members.

    Published 12th February 2019.

  • John Muir House reception work

    Work on changes and improvements to the main reception at East Lothian Council’s John Muir House building will begin later this month.

    Published 5th February 2019.

  • Budget update

    An update on developing budgets has been presented to East Lothian Council’s Cabinet.

    Published 22nd January 2019.

  • Chance for communities to get involved in running of local buildings

    Community organisations are being given an opportunity to note interest in taking on an enhanced role in the running of some local East Lothian Council buildings.

    Published 7th January 2019.

  • Green light for £384m Edinburgh & South East Scotland City Region Deal projects

    The first tranche of investments in a series of transformative projects in Edinburgh and South East Scotland have received approval as part of the City Region Deal.

    Published 18th December 2018.

  • Weather warning for snow and ice

    There's a weather warning in place for snow and ice from Saturday into Sunday, covering East Lothian.

    Published 14th December 2018.

  • Council sets out five year financial strategy

    East Lothian councillors have agreed a financial strategy for the next five years.

    Published 14th December 2018.

  • STAR Awards 2018 celebrate council employee achievements

    2018 STAR Awards winners and finalists

    Published 7th December 2018.

  • Budget consultation launched - have your say

    It’s time to have your say on how East Lothian Council spends money to support local services.

    Published 5th December 2018.

  • Spending watchdog highlights significant improvements at East Lothian Council

    East Lothian Council has improved significantly in the last 11 years, with performance comparing favourably to other councils in the majority of service areas.

    Published 1st November 2018.

  • Council developing Climate Change strategy

    Council is developing a Climate Change strategy - share your views in person or online

    Published 18th September 2018.

  • September weekend closures

    Details of office closures and emergency contacts - September weekend

    Published 13th September 2018.

  • LGiU Scotland & CCLA Councillor Awards 2018

    Awards to be presented on 29 November

    Published 29th August 2018.

  • Community Learning and Development ‘very good’, says Education Scotland

    Community Learning and Development (CLD) makes a clear impact on helping reduce inequalities in East Lothian, according to a recent Education Scotland inspection.

    Published 15th August 2018.

  • City Deal agreement signals green light for Edinburgh Innovation Park

    Massive investment across East Lothian through government funding and partner contributions.

    Published 7th August 2018.

  • Summer issue of Living out now

    East Lothian Council's residents' newspaper

    Published 4th July 2018.

  • Council partnership funding awards

    East Lothian Council has agreed a package of almost £5million in funding support to community councils, area partnerships and other partner agencies for 2018/19.

    Published 28th June 2018.

  • Council approves City Region Deal overview document

    East Lothian Council has approved an outline of projects which will bring more than £1.3 billion of investment over the next 15 years to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland region.

    Published 28th June 2018.

  • Council response to Cockenzie Inchcape application

    East Lothian Council has recommended that Scottish Ministers refuse planning permission for an electricity substation on the former Cockenzie Power Station site.

    Published 27th June 2018.

  • ‘If I Were Provost’ competition winners announced

    If I Were Provost competition winners

    Ilma Ali and Louise Allan have been named as winners in East Lothian Council’s ‘If I Were Provost’ competition, as part of the Year of Young People.

    Published 26th June 2018.

  • Council agrees to adopt Local Development Plan 2018

    East Lothian Council has agreed its intention to adopt the East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 (ELLDP 2018).

    Published 29th May 2018.

  • Council scoops double award

    Council wins gold and silver APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) awards

    Published 23rd May 2018.

  • Provost competition judging panel announced

    Three notable county residents have joined the judging team of the council’s If I Were Provost competition, held as part of the Year of Young People.

    Published 1st May 2018.

  • East Lothian Council has successfully purchased the former Cockenzie Power Station site

    East Lothian Council has been successful in its bid to purchase the former Cockenzie Power Station site.

    Published 12th March 2018.

  • Some rural school bus pickups still affected

    Council services update.

    Published 6th March 2018.

  • Council housing boost for East Lothian communities

    A significant package of capital investment in council housing will be delivered by East Lothian Council over the next five years.

    Published 14th February 2018.

  • Council budget 2018/19 - delivering for East Lothian

    In an increasingly challenging financial environment, East Lothian Council has agreed a budget for 2018/19 focused on building a prosperous East Lothian.

    Published 13th February 2018.

  • Office closures - Christmas and new year 2017-18

    East Lothian Council will close most of its local offices at 4pm on Friday 22 December 2017 (payments desks will close at 12 noon) and reopen on Wednesday 3 January 2018 at 10am.

    Published 19th December 2017.

  • Could you design a flag for East Lothian?

    An open competition to design a brand new and distinctive flag for East Lothian has been launched.

    Published 28th November 2017.

  • Have your say on the council's budget

    Residents are being encouraged to have their say on how the council spends money to support local services.

    Published 24th November 2017.

  • Planning Committee decisions November 2017

    Members of East Lothian Planning Committee met on Tuesday 7 November to decide on four applications relating to North Berwick, Dunbar, Wallyford and Musselburgh.

    Published 8th November 2017.

  • Council faces budgetary challenges

    Full Council meeting hears about financial challenges

    Published 1st November 2017.

  • Council's 2016/17 Annual Audit identifies strong financial management

    2016/17 Annual Audit Report presented to full Council meeting

    Published 1st November 2017.

  • Council staff shortlisted for CIH Scotland excellence awards

    Members of East Lothian Council’s Housing team were shortlisted in two categories at this year’s Chartered Institute of Housing Scotland awards.

    Published 31st October 2017.

  • Award ceremony recognises council Housing staff achievements

    Seven members of East Lothian Council’s Housing team and a council tenant representative have been recognised for their training achievements at a ceremony in Macmerry this week.

    Published 26th September 2017.

  • Council celebrates 100 CSPQ graduates

    East Lothian Council is celebrating the 100th candidate to graduate with a Customer Service Professional Qualification (CSPQ).

    Published 14th September 2017.

  • Star Awards

    Star Awards 2017

    Published 13th September 2017.

  • Ensuring Equality in East Lothian

    East Lothian Council has set out its continuing commitment to ensuring equality in its role as a local authority and education committee.

    Published 13th September 2017.

  • In Bloom successes for East Lothian at national awards

    It was a fantastic night for East Lothian at the 51st Beautiful Scotland Award Ceremony (Thursday, September 7).

    Published 8th September 2017.

  • Choose Play! Council launches policy to protect right to play

    Council launches policy to protect children and young people's right to play.

    Published 1st September 2017.

  • Local Policing Plan approved for East Lothian

    The East Lothian Local Policing Plan 2017-2020 approved at Council meeting

    Published 22nd August 2017.

  • Parents advised to ensure their children don’t play in former school building

    Stephen  Newlin, our Business Advisor by East Lothian Council

    Local residents in Tranent advised about dangers of former school building

    Published 18th July 2017.

  • Council welcomes Chinese government delegation

    Chinese delegation visit East Lothian Council to hear more about workplace health and safety

    Published 11th July 2017.

  • Administration roles confirmed as new-look council holds first meeting

    The first meeting of East Lothian Council following this month’s local election was held today (Tuesday, May 23), when councillors were appointed to key Administration and other roles.

    Published 23rd May 2017.

  • Keeping our children safe

    East Lothian Council Depute Chief Executive for Resources and People Services Alex McCrorie writes...

    Published 16th February 2017.

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