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News published December 2025

• Housing List Survey

  We have commissioned a survey to find out more about the housing circumstances and needs of people on our council housing list.

  Published 19th December 2025.

• What are you reading?

  Something big is coming to East Lothian in 2026. We want everyone in our communities to be talking about what they’re reading.

  Published 19th December 2025.

• Tourism businesses celebrate a year of success

  East Lothian’s tourism businesses gathered earlier this month for Visit East Lothian’s annual Christmas Networking event.

  Published 18th December 2025.

• Edinburgh Innovation Hub welcomes first tenant

  The newly opened Edinburgh Innovation Hub has welcomed its first tenant, Forge Minerals.

  Published 17th December 2025.

• Railings to be restored at Port Seton Harbour

  The railings along the southern edge of Port Seton Harbour will be restored for the benefit of users and visitors alike.

  Published 17th December 2025.

• Playpark renewal in Athelstaneford receives funding award

  The renewal of a children’s playpark in Athelstaneford - which has been spearheaded by the local community - is ready to move forward following a funding award.

  Published 16th December 2025.

• Office closures - Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026

  All local area offices will close at 4pm on Wednesday 24 December 2025 (payments desks will close at 12 midday) and reopen on Monday 5 January 2026.

  Published 12th December 2025.

• Effective financial management recognised in audit report

  An independent report highlights East Lothian Council’s strong governance of its finances while recognising ongoing challenges as demand for services grows.

  Published 10th December 2025.

• Construction courses lead to local jobs for young people

  Construction and engineering courses on offer in East Lothian are leading to jobs for young people and supporting local businesses.

  Published 10th December 2025.

• Parking management proposals move to next stage after consideration by councillors

  Parking management proposals for four East Lothian town centres were discussed by elected members at Tuesday's full council meeting.

  Published 9th December 2025.

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