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£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.

East Lothian Council announces ‘zero tolerance’ policy on fly-tipping

East Lothian Council has announced a ‘zero tolerance’ policy on fly-tipping following the introduction of new measures to help catch offenders.

Published 18th March 2025.

Posted in Environmental health news.

Positive signs in foster care recruitment but plea for more carers

Councillors praise amazing East Lothian Council foster carers and appeal for more people to come forward.

Published 18th March 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Scottish Government Minister praises legacy of Tyne & Esk community funding

Funding community groups and small rural businesses helps increase and enhance the services they provide but it has a much wider reach – helping groups make connections with like-minded organisations and creating a lasting legacy.

Published 17th March 2025.

Posted in Connected communities news.

Seasonal Amenity Operative roles with Council are a 'fantastic option'

Glen Bunting has seen his career bloom since accepting a six-month contract with East Lothian Council as a Seasonal Amenity Operative.

Published 17th March 2025.

Posted in Jobs and training news.

Improvement works in Haddington for construction of new footpath

A temporary road closure in Haddington will be put in place as part of the construction of a new footpath.

Published 13th March 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Young Carers award for Knox Academy

As the nation celebrates Young Carers Action Day today, Knox Academy is proud to be the first school in East Lothian to achieve the We Care; Schools for Young Carers, ‘We Recognise Care Award'.

Published 12th March 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Major milestones reached in new schools' development

The development of two new East Lothian primary schools has taken a major step forward with the appointment of Head Teachers and confirmation of enrolment arrangements for children joining from August

Published 12th March 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Council to engage with communities on place project

Local communities are to be given the opportunity to have their say on potential new ways in which council buildings could be used to deliver face-to-face services.

Published 12th March 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Road improvements to make Belhaven safer approved by Cabinet

A number of improvements to make Belhaven more accessible and safer for walkers and cyclists were approved at Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, to be taken forward when funding becomes available.

Published 11th March 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

New timetable for Council supported bus services announced

The new timetable for bus services supported by East Lothian Council will begin operating on Sunday, 6 April following a tender process and extensive public consultation.

Published 11th March 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

Fire in Musselburgh

Emergency services, supported by East Lothian Council, responded to a fire in a storage warehouse at Eskmills Road/Station Road, Musselburgh, in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The fire was subsequently extinguished.

Published 11th March 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Celebrating Scottish Apprenticeship Week - craft apprentices

This week is Scottish Apprenticeship Week and we’re highlighting opportunities across East Lothian Council. Today we spoke to apprentice electrician Alex Kelly from the Council’s Property Maintenance service.

Published 7th March 2025.

Posted in Housing news.

What’s the Story? exhibition at John Gray Centre

We are delighted to announce the opening of a fascinating new exhibition at the John Gray Centre Museum in Haddington, featuring paintings, photographs, drawings and prints held in the Council’s collection.

Published 6th March 2025.

Posted in Arts and entertainment news.

A modern way into the workplace

East Lothian has led the way in developing a new Modern Apprenticeship in Regulatory Services, offering paths into the industry for young people while addressing recruitment challenges in the sector.

Published 6th March 2025.

Posted in Jobs and training news.

Dunbar High Street to undergo road resurfacing work

Road resurfacing work will be carried out on Dunbar High Street over three days, starting on Monday, 10 March.

Published 5th March 2025.

Posted in Roads and transport news.

East Lothian Rehabilitation Service recognised at Digital Health and Care Awards 2025

East Lothian’s Rehabilitation Service were confirmed as finalists of the Data Driven Innovation Award and Technology Enabled Independent Living Award, at the Digital Health and Care Awards 2025.

Published 5th March 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Renewed play area in Dunbar’s Lauderdale Park opens

A renewed play area in Dunbar’s Lauderdale Park, which takes its inspiration from local landmarks, opened on Wednesday, 5 March.

Published 5th March 2025.

Posted in Sport and leisure news.

Planning Committee grants permission for new flats in North Berwick

East Lothian Planning Committee met on Tuesday 4 March and heard three applications – two of which related to the former house and Golf Hotel at Dirleton Avenue, North Berwick.

Published 4th March 2025.

Posted in Planning and building standards news.

Apprenticeship provides career foundation

It’s Scottish Apprenticeship Week and we’re celebrating by sharing stories of young people who have chosen this route to kick-start their career. First up: Foundation Apprenticeships.

Published 3rd March 2025.

Posted in Schools and learning news.

Transform your health and community with the East Lothian Walking Challenge

The East Lothian Social Prescribing Walking Challenge invites adults to improve their physical and mental well-being through a 12-week step-based walking programme.

Published 3rd March 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

East Lothian Gift Card celebrates going digital with £10 giveaway

Following the launch of the digital version of the East Lothian Gift Card in November 2024, the council’s Economic Development Team is thrilled to announce a new giveaway to encourage even more local spending.

Published 28th February 2025.

Posted in Business news.

Crookston Care Home secures "Very good" care grading from Care Inspectorate for eighth consecutive time.

For the 8th time in a row Crookston Care Home continues to receive top marks across the board with happy residents and staff.

Published 26th February 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Presentation of Chief Social Work Officer Annual Report 2023-2024

Chief Social Work Officer Lindsey Byrne informs elected members that the level of need and complexity of the county's most vulnerable citizens has never been higher.

Published 25th February 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

More funds available for Dunbar traditional building repairs

East Lothian Council has announced another round of funding for traditional building repairs as part of the Dunbar Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS).

Published 24th February 2025.

Posted in Business news.

Councillor Shamin Akhtar welcomes increase in health and social care budget for 2025-26

Cabinet spokesperson for Health and Social Care, Councillor Shamin Akhtar welcomes the approved £7.5million increase in investment to support the delivery of vital adult social care services.

Published 24th February 2025.

Posted in Social care and health news.

Knox Academy, Haddington

Update on incident at Knox Academy, Haddington on Friday, 21 February.

Published 21st February 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Brunton Hall update

East Lothian Council is progressing plans to relocate services from the Brunton Hall, Musselburgh.

Published 21st February 2025.

Posted in Media Centre news.

Council takes part in new police sticker campaign to tackle rural crime

Vehicles belonging to East Lothian Council are taking part in a new police initiative aimed at tackling rural crime which was launched today. (Thursday, 20 February).

Published 20th February 2025.

Posted in Emergencies, safety and crime news.