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Planning Committee approves first phase of homes at Herdmanflat

East Lothian Planning Committee met on Tuesday 6 May and discussed three applications, including 51 homes – phase one of development at the former Herdmanflat Hospital site in Haddington.

Published 6th May 2025.

Posted in Planning and building standards news.

Registration to open for 2025/2026 garden waste collection service

Residents can sign up for East Lothian Council’s 2025/2026 garden waste collection service from Monday, 12 May.

Published 6th May 2025.

Posted in Bins and recycling news.

Musselburgh Silver Arrow trophy 9 May 2025

The contest for what is reputed to be the oldest sporting trophy in the world still competed for annually will be held in Musselburgh this Friday, 9 May

Published 5th May 2025.

Posted in Tourism and visitor attractions news.

Dunbar parking consultation launched

People are being given the opportunity to comment on proposals to improve parking management in Dunbar. 

Published 5th May 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Working to deliver better mobile and broadband connectivity

Work is currently underway to deliver an ambitious two-phase plan to significantly improve digital connectivity in Prestonpans.

Published 2nd May 2025.

Posted in Business news.

Council adopts Climate Change Strategy for 2025-2030

The East Lothian Council Climate Change Strategy 2025-2030 has been adopted following a meeting of full council on Tuesday (29 April).

Published 30th April 2025.

Posted in Climate emergency news.

Council seeks review of A1 litter management from Scottish Ministers

A review of litter management responsibilities on the A1 trunk road is being sought by East Lothian Council.

Published 29th April 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Good progress and social impact at former Cockenzie Power Station site

Work to create a new link road and prepare new development platforms at the former Cockenzie Power Station site is progressing well and local school pupils & community groups have benefitted.

Published 25th April 2025.

Posted in Connected communities news.

Warning over use of scam QR codes by fraudsters

Residents are being warned to be on their guard against criminals using fraudulent QR codes to carry out scams.

Published 25th April 2025.

Posted in Emergencies, safety and crime news.

New Chief Executive

Laurence Rockey has taken up his new role as East Lothian Council's Chief Executive.

Published 25th April 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Community Heritage Grant Fund launches in Dunbar

The Dunbar Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) has launched a Community Heritage Grant Fund.

Published 24th April 2025.

Posted in Connected communities news.

Tranent parking consultation launched

People are being given the opportunity to comment on proposals to improve parking management in Tranent.

Published 22nd April 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Investment Minister visits Prestongrange Heritage Park

Tom Arthur, the Minister for Employment and Investment, has visited Prestongrange Heritage Park to hear about the exciting plans for the future of the site.

Published 17th April 2025.

Posted in Museums news.

£5m Loch Centre building works expected to get underway in June 2026

Building works are expected to get underway at the Loch Centre in June 2026 as part of a £5 million repair and refurbishment project.

Published 14th April 2025.

Posted in Sport and leisure news.

Prestonpans Civic Square Project wins national award

Following its success in the Scottish Design Awards 2023, Prestonpans Civic Square project has now scooped a national award from the Civic Trust.

Published 11th April 2025.

Posted in Connected communities news.

Unpaid carer support guaranteed in East Lothian for next 6 years

Following a competitive tendering process, Carers of East Lothian have been awarded a contract to provide an advice, information and support service for unpaid carers living in East Lothian.

Published 11th April 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Road closure agreed for Elphinstone Main Street

Elphinstone Main Street is due to close from 14 April for five days to allow developer Bellway to carry out essential ground and utility investigations in the village.

Published 9th April 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Newly improved play area to open at Memorial Park in Gullane

An enhanced play area will open tomorrow (Saturday, 5 April) in Gullane’s Memorial Park.

Published 4th April 2025.

Posted in Sport and leisure news.

Crossing guide retires after 38 years

It's the end of an era in Musselburgh today as crossing patrol guide Maggie Watt hangs up her 'lollipop' after an incredible 38 years in the role!

Published 4th April 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Dancing in the Community Hospital Halls!

The in-patients at East Lothian Community Hospital have been enjoying weekly gentle dance and movement classes, thanks to the team at Dance Base, in partnership with NHS Lothian Charity: Tonic Arts.

Published 3rd April 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Planning Committee approves holiday lodges at Whitekirk Hill

East Lothian Planning Committee met on Tuesday 1 April and discussed three applications, including the erection of 22 holiday lodges at Whitekirk Hill, North Berwick.

Published 1st April 2025.

Posted in Planning and building standards news.

Works begin to reduce flooding impact at Ormiston Park Play Area

Works to reduce the impact of flooding at the Ormiston Park Play Area will begin today (Tuesday, 1 April).

Published 1st April 2025.

Posted in Sport and leisure news.

Young people tell John Muir’s story in a new way

A talented group of S2 students from Dunbar Grammar School have been working with East Lothian Council Museums Service to learn new skills and gain experience working in museums and galleries.

Published 31st March 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Dunbar pupils attend launch of renewed play area in Lauderdale Park

Pupils from Dunbar Primary School were the special guests for the official opening of a renewed play area in the town’s Lauderdale Park.

Published 31st March 2025.

Posted in Sport and leisure news.

Ross High violinist crowned Young Musician of the Year

Ross High School violinist Thomas Bull has been named East Lothian Council Young Musician of the Year 2025.

Published 28th March 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Office Closures - Easter weekend 18 April to 21 April

Information and guidance on East Lothian Council office closures for Easter Public Holiday 2025

Published 26th March 2025.

Posted in Your council news.

Traditional Skills Training Fund Opens

Dunbar Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) is launching a Traditional Skills Bursary scheme, with applications invited from 1 April 2025.

Published 25th March 2025.

Posted in Community planning news.

£42,000 of grant funding will support local carer organisations in 2025

East Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership has awarded £42,000 to support local projects benefiting unpaid carers across the region.

Published 21st March 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Road resurfacing works for North Berwick’s High Street and Market Place

Road resurfacing works will be carried out on North Berwick’s High Street and Market Place over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday, 22 and 23 March).

Published 21st March 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.