4 h. ago West Lothian could see another 12,500 homes built by 2038 under development plan

A full meeting of West Lothian Council agreed to approve the first stage of a new Local Development Plan as a blueprint for the future look of communities.

Politics

6 h. ago West Lothian lime trees in historic street saved from the chop

West Lothian Council’s Development Management Committee was asked to decide on whether to support the TPO that was imposed in March.

Politics

9 h. ago Dismay as Derbyshire council removes Pride flag after Christians complain

LGBTQ+ emblem disappears from above Matlock Christian bookshop as manager says they are ‘not happy with the gay rights situation’The spa town of Matlock in the Peak District is known for the joyful flags adorning its historical high street. The St George’s Cross, the union flag, the Derbyshire county flag and the Pride flag flutter brightly above the town’s many independent businesses.That was until a row erupted that has divided the town, after the mysterious disappearance of a Pride flag turned out to be the work of the very council that had installed it. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago Dismay as council removes Pride flag in Derbyshire after Christians complain

LGBTQ+ emblem disappears from above Matlock Christian bookshop as manager says they are ‘not happy with the gay rights situation’The spa town of Matlock in the Peak District is known for the joyful flags adorning its historical high street. The St George’s Cross, the union flag, the Derbyshire county flag and the Pride flag flutter brightly above the town’s many independent businesses.That was until a row erupted that has divided the town, after the mysterious disappearance of a Pride flag turned out to be the work of the very council that had installed it. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago Rare diagnosis left West Lothian man blind as a teen in 'isolating' experience

Neil Atkinson was only 17 when he was diagnosed with a rare degenerative eye condition, Stargardt's Disease.

Politics

24 h. ago West Lothian disabled veterans facing eviction 'must be offered new homes'

Conservative group leader and ex-RAF serviceman Councillor Damian Doran-Timson told the Local Democracy Reporting Service said he understood the financial problems the charity faced but was “dismayed” at the sell-off plans, and called on it to reconsider.

Politics

24 h. ago West Lothian RAAC campaigner walks out of Holyrood meeting in disgust

The National UK RAAC campaign had asked for the Scottish Housing Regulator to expand powers to include owners of former council homes.

Politics

26 h. ago Generation game as family trio from West Lothian set to visit every SPFL club ground in 24 hours

Graeme, Colin, and 11-year-old Cole Cunningham will take on the 720-mile challenge to raise money for three causes

Society

30 h. ago Gregor Poynton MP meets UK Veterans Minister to raise plight of Linburn Veterans and Scotland's Military Museum

Gregor Poynton, MP for the Livingston constituency, has today met with the UK Labour Government’s Veterans Minister, Al Carns, to highlight the urgent situation facing residents at the Linburn Park in West Lothian.

Events

32 h. ago West Lothian charities need more funding, and say it is an 'investment in communities'

Alan McCloskey, CEO of the Voluntary Sector Gateway (VSG) said that voluntary groups, relied on by the council and by individuals were facing increasing costs.

Economics

32 h. ago West Lothian considers relaxing rules on access for vans at recycling centres

The head of Operational Services said he was prepared to consider “tweaks” to rules which have so far barred those who drive vans or towing trailers to the five recycling centres.

Politics

33 h. ago Future of bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis Ltd could have 'profound impact' on West Lothian communities

Gregor Poynton MP urged the Scottish Government to take immediate action

Politics

56 h. ago Family tie to Old Bakery revealed during visit to discovery centre site in West Lothian

The major refurbishment has been backed by more than £5.5 million of funding

Politics

56 h. ago Show the love for high street heroes in West Lothian by nominating them for award

Jim Allan from Bathgate was last year’s winner for the region

Events

58 h. ago MSP meets with West Lothian veterans centre residents after charity's shock decision

Angela Constance met with Linburn Park residents to hear directly from them following the decision from Sight Scotland regarding the future of their homes.

Events

59 h. ago West Lothian mum's weight loss set to inspire others by becoming slimming consultant

Claire Gibson, 40, says her weight had gone up and down for years as she juggled the challenges of everyday life. While she had had lost weight successfully in the past, without support, the weight crept back on.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian residents fume 'why do we need to book quiet recycling centres?'

A booking system was introduced during the Covid pandemic for reasons of social distancing.

Politics

3 d. ago Police arrest man, 20, after teenage girl dies in crash with HGV near Bathgate

A 20-year-old man has been arrested after a teenage girl was killed in a crash in West Lothian.

Events

3 d. ago Uniform exchange in West Lothian will help families with 'completely unaffordable' school costs

The Leith Collective has been approached by a number of teachers and parents

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian charity benefits from recent round of funding awards made by People’s Postcode Trust

The West Lothian 50+ Network supports some 700 members aged 50 to 90 through a wide range of social, learning and wellbeing activities held throughout the week.

Events