2 h. ago Plan for 'five storey' telecoms mast in West Lothian delayed over concern for public artwork

There was cross-party doubt at proposals that the pole -the height of a five-storey building - which is to replace an existing one nearby could not be built on the same spot.

Politics

2 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

2 h. ago Summer jobs helped improve job figures in one area of West Lothian

Official data from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) state that at the JobCentre’s Bathgate office, there has been a seven per cent decrease year on year in people claiming benefit who have now returned to work.

Politics

2 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

2 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’.

Events

6 h. ago Kids charity looking for people from across West Lothian to take on Safeguarder role

A Safeguarder is appointed to make sure a child or young person’s best interests and human rights are represented in the court process.

Politics

7 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

20 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

26 h. ago Subway’s Kids Eat Free deal is back for West Lothian families to tuck into tasty treats

West Lothian residents can enjoy one free kids’ meal with the purchase of any Footlong Sub at participating restaurants in the area, helping to ease the cost of the summer holidays.

Economics

28 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

30 h. ago New store and restaurant will create 41 jobs at West Lothian’s largest shopping centre

“We are really looking forward to the opening of the jewellery store F.Hinds and Marble Buffet’s first site in a shopping centre” – Simon Eatough

Society

49 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

51 h. ago West Lothian’s population could grow to almost 200,000 within seven years

A growing, but ageing population is one of the key points from the first draft of the council’s ten year Economic Investment Plan.

Politics

55 h. ago Councillors given assurance they will learn full costs of West Lothian cyberattacks

Senior officers told councillors before the recess that online systems should be fully operational by August, and the eventual costs would be delivered to committee.

Events

55 h. ago Social landlord’s communities across West Lothian gets top marks in report from leading environmental charity

Wheatley Homes communities were assessed by Keep Scotland Beautiful, the national environmental charity helping create cleaner and greener local environments.

Politics

3 d. ago MSP aims to find out if famous West Lothian artwork can be returned from Tate Modern

Derelict Land Art: Five Sisters and the Five Sisters Bing sculpture was created by John Latham in 1976 were purchased by the Tate Modern Gallery the same year.

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

3 d. ago Children from across Livingston celebrate Bastille Day in true French style

The celebration brought France to West Lothian with French music, food, games, and art activities, offering young learners a memorable introduction to both the language and culture of France.

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