96 m. ago West Lothian centre plans branded 'total failure' by community councils

In a war of words that followed almost two years of increasingly politicised and bitter debate and dispute the Joint Forum of Community Councils said it was appalled at what had played out.

Events

1 hour ago West Lothian Leisure wins top gong at Chamber of Commerce Awards

The Innovation & Resilience Award celebrates businesses that have demonstrated exceptional innovation in overcoming disruptions, breaking into new markets, adopting creative methods, investing in staff motivation and development, and embracing technology to strengthen long-term resilience.

Events

1 hour ago West Lothian nurse receives Manager of the Year at Nursing Times Awards

Lyndsey Dunn, who works with Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, was shortlisted among the final 10 candidates before being announced as the winner in front of hundreds of healthcare professionals from across the UK.

Events

3 h. ago West Lothian shoppers wait in huge queues as new store opens ahead of Christmas

Over 300 people turned up in their droves to The Centre, Livingston at the weekend for the opening of the pop culture retailer MINISO over four hours before the store opened.

Politics

4 h. ago MINISO West Lothian: Hundreds queue for hours ahead of MINISO Scottish store opening

The first 200 shoppers who spent £5 received a goody bag worth £25.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian College appoints Hazel Brady as Interim Principal

Hazel has held numerous roles since joining the college as a business lecturer in 2006. She moved from Faculty Director for Business, Creative and Enterprise to Vice Principal of Learning and Attainment in June 2024.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian man honoured with esteemed recognition at Scottish Care Awards

Alan Galloway, a resident at Croftware Care Home in Fauldhouse, won the Outstanding Achievement Award category.

Events

3 d. ago New townhouses available to buy from West Lothian housing development

Ideal for those looking to maximise their budget, a townhouse can offer greater flexibility of space compared with an apartment.

Politics

4 d. ago Charity claims a fifth of older people in West Lothian are in danger of becoming malnourished

Screening by Food Train has found that 20% of people aged 65 and over in the region are at risk of malnourishment and falling ill.

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian school inspections create fear and panic, says union

West Lothian’s Education Executive has approved a response to the Scottish Government’s plans to change the national inspections.

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian Semichem partnership provides home delivery service

The Snappy Shopper service brings Semichem’s trusted range of products from the stores directly to customers’ doors within 60 minutes, with delivery available within a three-mile radius.

Society

4 d. ago West Lothian community groups awarded £32,000 grant to improve facilities

Three groups will benefit; the local Scout pack, Winchburgh Albion football club and Winchburgh Growers.

Economics

5 d. ago West Lothian electrical firm makes fourth promotion of busy year

Livingston-based John Heaney Electrical (JHE) have appointed long-serving Calvin Dodds as its new Automation and Controls Manager.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian social care worker given warning over her conduct following investigation

The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) gave Emma Drummond a warning that will stay on her registration for the next 12 months.

Events

5 d. ago West Lothian man facing terminal diagnosis meets Rangers heroes at club's training centre

Graham Glasgow joined other Rangers fans living with terminal or life-changing illnesses at the club’s Auchenhowie training to meet players and coaching staff, thanks to the club’s Charity Foundation.

Politics

5 d. ago National Insurance rise adds £8m to West Lothian Council wage bill

At a meeting of the full council, SNP opposition group leader Councillor Janet Campbell branded the increase a “jobs tax” and raised a motion demanding the council write to Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, asking for its revoke.

Economics

5 d. ago Housing Minister to meet West Lothian RAAC home owners next week

Local campaigner Kerry Macintosh told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) she had received an email confirming the meeting for December 3.

Politics

5 d. ago Tributes paid to West Lothian businesswoman following sad death

A woman at the forefront of the Scottish hospitality industry for over fifty years, Anne Davidson alongside her late husband Clive, took over Champany Inn, near Linlithgow, in January 1983, building their restaurant around Scottish produce.

Events

6 d. ago Residents asked to support West Lothian businesses this festive period

According to the Centre for Local Economic Strategies (CLES), 70p from every £1 spent with an independent retailer stays in the local economy.

Politics

6 d. ago West Lothian residents advised over changes to bin collections over festive period

There will be no grey, blue or green bin collections on Christmas Day and Boxing Day and New Year's Day and January 2 due to the public holidays.

Politics