13 h. ago West Lothian Council's Trading Standards team reissue warning over Labubu dolls

Trading Standards have seized further counterfeit Popmart Labubu dolls from stores in West Lothian with all of them failing to comply with the Toys Safety Regulations 2011 and presenting a serious risk of harm.

Events

13 h. ago West Lothian prisoner who torched cell in 'pudding protest' dies behind bars

Ryan Coutts died at HMP Addiewell on July 11, aged 36. Coutts, who had an extensive criminal record, was jailed in 2019 for four years for attacking a 62-year-old with a screwdriver in Aberdeen.

Events

13 h. ago West Lothian gym 'raided by youths who defecated on floor' as police investigate

Anytime Fitness in Bathgate said four individuals caused ‘significant damage’ at their gym on Menzies Road. They allegedly sprayed coffee throughout the space and then ‘defecated on the floor’.

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18 h. ago Fire breaks out at West Lothian nursery as police called in to investigate

The incident was reported to officers at around 7.20am on Monday, July 16. Police carried out enquiries at Jigsaw Childcare in Broxburn.

Events

31 h. ago West Lothian battery energy storage site wins approval despite fire concerns

The Development Management Committee agreed to back the facility in the interests of reducing long term carbon emissions.

Events

38 h. ago Lanarkshire locals urged to check if they need to pay any tax ahead of deadline

Advice Direct Scotland has issued a reminder that people must settle their tax bills by midnight on Thursday, July 31, to avoid potential fines from HMRC.

Economics

39 h. ago West Lothian locals urged to check if they need to pay any tax ahead of deadline

Advice Direct Scotland has issued a reminder that people must settle their tax bills by midnight on Thursday, July 31, to avoid potential fines from HMRC.

Economics

61 h. ago West Lothian councillors hear of resident's frustration with council’s contact centre

Councillors reported fielding repeated complaints from constituents left hanging on the phone when they tried to report issues or make appointments or payments.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian struggles to meet housing demand despite new builds

The county comes in third place behind neighbour authorities for the number of new houses built since the turn of the century.

Politics

5 d. ago Alcohol licences granted for West Lothian convenience stores despite NHS concerns

The stores in Armadale and Whitburn have been operating under occasional licences without issues, members of West Lothian’s Licensing Board heard.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian man and pet injured after 'incident' involving two dogs in street

Police were called to Bisset Place, Bathgate, shortly before 2pm on Wednesday, July 9, after a 44-year-old man sustained injuries.

Events

5 d. ago West Lothian community groups could see fees for venue surge under new rules

Bathgate, along almost 30 other venues could be taken under direct council control as it battles to reach projected £1m savings from the running costs of community centres across the county.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian Oasis tribute band says reunion tour has 'opened so many doors'

The band, Definitely Maybe, have revealed how they’ve had to change their set because of the new tour.

Politics

7 d. ago Emergency services race to West Lothian train station after reports of 'person on the line'

The incident, which happened at around 7.30am, saw ScotRail ‘working closely’ with police. Delays on the Edinburgh to Glasgow line via Shotts are ‘subject to delays’.

Politics

7 d. ago West Lothian Council issue update to parents following May’s cyberattack

On May 6, the council experienced a “sophisticated” ransomware attack from a group of unknown cyber-assailants.

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7 d. ago West Lothian singer Lewis Capaldi adds new tour dates for his comeback tour

The singer-songwriter revealed that the gig for the majority of his dates had sold out within minutes of going live on general sale.

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8 d. ago West Lothian Council’s Trading Standards team warns of counterfeit versions of Labubu dolls

The council’s Trading Standards team took to social media to alert the public about the replica dolls potentially being unsafe to children, as well as breaching the genuine products trademark.

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9 d. ago Local government staff at West Lothian Council vote to accept Cosla’s two

Members of Scotland’s biggest local government union UNISON have voted overwhelmingly (83 per cent) to accept a deal worth four per cent this year and 3.5 per cent in 2026/27.

Politics

1 week ago West Lothian public pools and gyms get funding assurance from council

Councillors agreed to a “letter of comfort” for the auditors of West Lothian Leisure (WLL) as the sports provider continues to fight back to strength after financial woes made worse by the Covid lockdown.

Politics

2 w. ago Promise West Lothian 'tourist tax' cash 'will go back into the industry'

Council officers promised the cash generated by any ‘tourist tax’ has to be ploughed back into the industry, and a trade-led forum will have oversight.

Economics