19 h. ago Trump news at a glance: President hails shutdown as ‘opportunity’ to further campaign of cuts

The government has already announced the cancellation of billions of dollars in federal funding for projects tied to Democrats. Key US politics stories from Thursday 2 October at a glanceAs the US government shutdown stretched into its second day, Donald Trump on Thursday hailed the funding lapse as an “unprecedented opportunity” to further his campaign of firing federal workers and downsizing departments.The president announced on social media that he would sit down with Russell Vought, the White House office of management and budget chief, an architect of the mass firings and buyouts of federal workers. Continue reading...

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27 h. ago Cops launch probe after Audi torched outside plush West Lothian home

Emergency services scrambled to the residential street in the early hours of this morning.

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29 h. ago West Lothian RAAC campaigner welcomes Holyrood decision to keep petition live

The petition, one of hundreds before MSPs, had faced being closed because of time constraints of the current parliament, which faces an election next May.

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29 h. ago West Lothian chippy hosts grand reopening raises cash for charity

Tony’s Fish Bar in Whitburn has reopened its doors under new management and had special prices for two days with all of the profits being donated to West Lothian Woman’s Aid.

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29 h. ago West Lothian home robbed of five figure sum of jewellery as police appeal for information

Officers believe that multiple people were involved in the break in on Daisyhill Court in Blackburn between 7.15pm and 9pm on Tuesday, September 30.

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35 h. ago Illegal migration and Ukraine ‘dominant issues’ as European leaders meet – PM

The Government announced plans to end automatic family union rights for those granted asylum in the UK.

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52 h. ago West Lothian crime: Hunt for thief after jewellery worth five

Officers say they believe there would have been ‘more than one person’ involved in the break-in.

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52 h. ago Livingston man refurbishes 200 iconic Guide Dogs collection boxes

Jim Grundison, who is part of the Guide Dogs West Lothian fundraising group, began repairing the life-sized dog collection boxes from his home workshop in 2022.

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53 h. ago West Lothian SNP calls special meeting citing no confidence in administration

The meeting of the full council follows the opposition group’s recent walkout after their bid to debate the future of community centres was rejected.

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54 h. ago UK fracking ban to be brought forward as Labour counters Reform promise

Ed Miliband announces government will speed up plans to ban controversial practice supported by Nigel FarageEd Miliband has announced that the government is to speed up its plans to permanently ban fracking in the UK, in order to counter the Reform party’s promises to bring back the controversial practice.The energy secretary said he would put forward legislation as part of the North Sea transition plan which is to be published this autumn. This means that in order to allow fracking, a future government would have to repeal the legislation with a parliamentary vote. Continue reading...

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56 h. ago West Lothian receives £500,000 to install new electric car charging points

The scheme will help develop a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the county and southern Scotland.

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3 d. ago West Lothian business recognised as one of UK’s 100 most inspiring small firms

Following a nationwide search, AlignBirth has been selected as part of this year’s line-up, which showcases the most innovative and admired small firms across the country, as part of the countdown to Small Business Saturday.

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3 d. ago Speed bumps the last resort in West Lothian's move to 20mph roads

It’s an expensive road that council officers don’t want to go down as the project is introduced to built up areas of the county including West Calder and Polbeth.

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3 d. ago Livingston MP's visit to Five Sisters Zoo as popular attraction marks 20th anniversary

The West Calder Zoo, which first opened in 2005, has grown to become one of West Lothian’s best-loved attractions, welcoming thousands of visitors each year while championing conservation, education, and animal welfare.

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3 d. ago West Lothian locals enjoy free taster session of Paralympic sport Boccia

The ‘come and try’ event at the Xcite Broxburn sports hall featured a range of fun Boccia themed activities, including a throwing challenge, Battleships Boccia and full games.

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4 d. ago Eluned Morgan wants UK's planned digital ID cards to have a famous Welsh emblem

The UK Government last week announced plans for a free digital ID to curb illegal migration

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4 d. ago West Lothian councillor says Holyrood should 'pay up' over brown bin charges

Council Leader Lawrence Fitzpatrick responded after the Local Democracy Reporting Service revealed that it will be at least 2027 before a decision is made.

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4 d. ago UK Government announces £20 million investment to transform West Lothian neighbourhoods

The Pride in Place programme will see up to £280 million shared among 12 Scottish local authorities, including up to £20 million for West Lothian Council, to precisely target areas which can benefit most from funding being made available for a wide range of regeneration projects.

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4 d. ago Polbeth Community Hub celebrating major milestones for Counselling & Wellbeing Service

Jenni Morris, Counselling & Wellbeing Manager at the Hub, has been honoured with the 2025 West Lothian Provost’s Award for Community Wellbeing.

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4 d. ago Concern over 'easy availability' of alcohol in West Lothian despite fall in deaths

The number of alcohol related deaths in West Lothian fell last year, in line with the drop across Scotland.

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