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News published June 2021

• Planning Committee approves extra years for Markle Quarry

  East Lothian Council’s Planning Committee met remotely on Tuesday 29th June and considered an application from D Geddes Ltd to extend operations at Markle Quarry for an extra 14 years.

  Published 30th June 2021.

• Community council elections to be held

  Elections to East Lothian’s community councils are proposed to be held on 7 October.

  Published 30th June 2021.

• £40m City Deal funding unlocked

  The business case supporting development of a flagship food & drink innovation hub in East Lothian has been given the green light by officials.

  Published 30th June 2021.

• No room for complacency as further COVID-19 cases reported

  East Lothian Council's Depute Leader is highlighting the importance of following health advice, including remembering 'FACTS', and getting tested regularly - even if you have no COVID-19 symptoms.

  Published 25th June 2021.

• North Berwick one way road to become two-way

  Short stretch of Law Road to become two way

  Published 25th June 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.

• For Kids' Sake be aware of abuse signs

  A new school holiday campaign being launched this week urges everyone in East Lothian and Midlothian to be alert to signs of abuse.

  Published 24th June 2021.

• COVID testing arrangements for next week confirmed as new collection service launches

  Home testing kits for people with no symptoms of COVID-19 are now available for collection from East Lothian Council’s test centre in Musselburgh.

  Published 24th June 2021.

• Algae warning to visitors at Pressmennan Lake

  Environmental Health warning following confirmation of seasonal blue-green algae

  Published 23rd 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.

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