10 h. ago West Lothian to review bulky uplift services in bid to tackle 'garden dumps'

Councillor Maria MacAulay won backing without opposition to a study of a “ problem that has not gone away”.

Politics

14 h. ago West Lothian woman is feeling fab at 50 thanks to six stone weight loss

Debbie Oswald, from East Calder, marked the milestone this year with more confidence, energy and happiness than she’s felt in years – and for good reason.

Politics

15 h. ago Livingston company partners with West Lothian College to offer work placements for students

Third year student Holly McAdam, from Livingston, will be the first to benefit from the new link-up with a marketing placement at John Heaney Electrical's head office as part of her HND Business course.

Politics

15 h. ago Sky confirms major investment to transform Livingston campus, supporting thousands of local jobs

The development underscores Sky’s long-term commitment to West Lothian and will support thousands of jobs and drive regional economic growth.

Economics

16 h. ago Topi Keskinen makes big Aberdeen statement after Livi romp and reveals how Peter Leven is getting best out of him

The Finnish international was on target as the Reds hit the west Lothian Lions for six

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian duo charged after quad bike ridden 'dangerously' through village

Police Scotland officers report receiving several reports of incidents of such vehicles being driven dangerously or anti-socially in the region.

Politics

4 d. ago Disruption warning as work starts on West Lothian 'village' centre 20 years on

Land in the centre of Wester Inch, Bathgate was promised as a “village centre” 20 years ago - but that never happened.

Events

4 d. ago West Lothian charity hosts Scottish Government as it publishes Suicide Prevention Plan

Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing Tom Arthur visited S.M.I.L.E. Counselling, a Livingston-based charity for children, young people, and their families.

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian to identify potential sites which can be used by travellers

A short term working group was set up in September after a plea by SNP councillor Andrew Miller was supported by a full council vote.

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian man charged after being spotted 'naked' near busy road

Locals in Bathgate reported the incidents on Tuesday, January 20. Officers attended at the Edinburgh Road area of the town and detained the man.

Transport

5 d. ago Charity urges people in West Lothian to organise their 2026 Tartan Tea Party

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is bringing back its signature event for 2026 after raising £49,000 last year.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian Council agrees motion calling for ban on manufacture and sale of loud fireworks

Conservative councillor Alison Adamson called on the council’s Chief Executive to write to both Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister and John Swinney, Scotland’s First Minister urging a ban.

Economics

5 d. ago Crackdown on empty and void West Lothian Council homes agreed

A common theme across the chamber in Livingston was the desire to cut down the number of void, or empty homes, which require thousands of pounds of refurbishment after abandonment.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian residents urged to think carefully before switching energy suppliers

With gas and electricity costs increasing again earlier this month, many households are weighing up the potential savings of switching suppliers.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian charities invited to apply for share of housebuilder’s Community Fund

Barratt and David Wilson Homes have launched a £63,000 Community Fund to promote healthy, active lifestyles across Scotland.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian cars torched on country road as police probe early morning attack

The incident took place around 3.20am within a secure driveway near the village of Longridge.

Events

6 d. ago West Lothian facing 'years of funding cuts' as leader vows to be 'honest'

In a sit-down with the Local Democracy Reporting Service after last week’s announcement by the Scottish Government, Councillor Lawrence Fitzpatrick, the council leader, said the council: “still faces real terms funding cuts in coming years.”

Politics

6 d. ago HMRC issues warning to West Lothian residents over online selling activity

From the beginning of this year, HMRC started receiving data on sales and users for anyone who has more than 30 transactions per year, regardless of profit.

Events

6 d. ago Parents launch crowdfunder to raise cash for West Lothian Schools Pipe Band

Members of the Pipe Band’s Parent Fundraising Committee have taken to social media in a bid to raise £2,000 for new uniforms for the award-winning band

Economics

6 d. ago Man jailed for over five years for serious sexual assault in West Lothian

Craig Murray, 21, was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh on Monday, January 19. He was also placed on the Sex Offenders Register and made subject to an indefinite Non-Harassment Order.

Events