Children and families news
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Still time to nominate!
Published on 1 Oct 2024
Do you know a young person living, working or studying in Midlothian whose contribution to their local community deserves to be recognised?
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Council gain catering award for quality of school meals
Published on 16 Sep 2024
Midlothian council has achieved the prestigious 'Food for Life Served Here' (FFLSH ) Bronze award for its school meals service across its 28 primary schools.
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Councillors commend work to support young people, including award winning project
Published on 27 Aug 2024
Steps taken to make sure all children, young people, adults and families in Midlothian are supported to be the best they can be, were commended by councillors at the full Council meeting today.
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Midlothian foster carers now amongst the highest paid carers in Scotland
Published on 26 Feb 2024
Midlothian Council today agreed to a 5.5% increase in foster carers fees.
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Young winners announced
Published on 29 Nov 2023
The winners of the Midlothian Young People Awards (MYPA) 2023 have been announced at a special ceremony held at Rosslyn Chapel.
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Awards scheme for inspirational youth launched
Published on 29 Aug 2023
Do you know an inspirational young person?
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Measures to protect children's rights commended
Published on 29 Aug 2023
Steps taken to secure children’s rights in Midlothian were commended by councillors at the full Council meeting today (Tuesday).
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Kids left home for university leaving an empty nest?
Published on 21 Sep 2022
If you find yourself in an ‘empty nest’ after your children have grown up and left home why not use those valuable parenting skills you have gained over the years?
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Parents warned of dangers of small objects
Published on 25 Apr 2022
Midlothian Trading Standards are warning parents and carers about potential hazards to children associated with swallowing items such as button batteries.
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Family Learning Centre shortlisted for national award
Published on 19 Jul 2021
Midlothian Council’s Hawthorn Family Learning Centre is a finalist in a national award scheme recognising local government achievements.
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