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• Local fraudster ordered to pay compensation

  Published on 11 Nov 2024

  Following a Trading Standards investigation, a former local trader has been ordered to compensate people he defrauded.

• Saltire flag to fly at half-mast

  Published on 14 Oct 2024

  The saltire flag will fly at half-mast at Penicuik Town Hall following the death of former First Minister, Alex Salmond.

• 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.

• A 100th birthday to remember

  Published on 5 Aug 2024

  Midlothian resident, Mary Paton, celebrated her 100th birthday on Thursday 1 August surrounded by family, friends and residents at a small party at Archview Lodge Care Home, Dalkeith.

• British Empire Medal for Bonnyrigg resident

  Published on 27 Feb 2024

  Bonnyrigg resident, Claire Miller, has been presented with a British Empire Medal (BEM) in a special ceremony at Rosslyn Chapel. 

• 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.

• Twinning delegation visit marks 50 years of friendship

  Published on 27 Nov 2023

  A delegation from Kreis Heinsberg in Germany began a three-day visit to Midlothian on Friday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of being twinned with Midlothian. 

• Councillors call for ceasefire in Israel/Gaza conflict

  Published on 21 Nov 2023

  Midlothian councillors held a minute’s silence today for all those who have lost their lives during the Israel/Gaza conflict.

• Councillors approve two senior appointments

  Published on 10 Oct 2023

  Councillors have approved the permanent appointments of two senior council officers at today's full Council meeting.

• Councillor to sit on trust board

  Published on 29 Aug 2023

  Councillor Ellen Scott is to represent Midlothian Council on the Board of Trustees for Newbyres Community Trust.

• Awards scheme for inspirational youth launched

  Published on 29 Aug 2023

  Do you know an inspirational young person?

• New plan to improve local people's lives

  Published on 27 Jun 2023

  Councillors have today (Tuesday) approved a new plan about how the council and partners will improve the lives of local people.

• Give us your view on new Mayfield Community Campus

  Published on 12 Jun 2023

  Find out more about plans for the proposed new Mayfield Community Campus at a drop-in meeting to be held at Mayfield Primary School on Tuesday 20 June between 4.30pm and 8.30pm.

• Council announces new fees

  Published on 21 Mar 2023

  Midlothian Council is introducing new fees and charges from 1 April.

• Councillor Douglas Bowen appointed as new Depute Provost of Midlothian

  Published on 21 Mar 2023

  Councillor Douglas Bowen appointed as new Depute Provost of Midlothian

• Councillors approve savings

  Published on 21 Feb 2023

  Councillors have agreed to continue to invest in the instrumental music service, to keep P4 swimming lessons and continue funding the Police Scotland Midlothian Community Action Team.

• Holocaust Memorial Day is an opportunity to learn, says Equalities Champion and Depute Provost

  Published on 25 Jan 2023

  Depute Provost and Equalities Champion, Councillor Connor McManus is urging local groups and communities to come together to mark Holocaust Memorial Day on Friday 27 January.

• Fourth year of delivery for Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal

  Published on 14 Dec 2022

  Midlothian Council has welcomed publication of the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal annual report, which highlights progress across a diverse range of projects in the area.

• Winning award was a positive experience for art club

  Published on 5 Oct 2022

  Do you know any young role models?

• Council approves rent setting strategy

  Published on 4 Oct 2022

  Midlothian Council today (Tuesday 4 October) approved its Rent Setting Strategy consultation to cover the period from 1 April 2023 to 2025/26.

• Council Leader marks first 100 days

  Published on 20 Sep 2022

  Midlothian Council Leader Councillor Kelly Parry marked the first 100 days since the new Cabinet was formed.

• Free period products available in Midlothian

  Published on 13 Sep 2022

  Did you know that anyone needing sanitary protection for periods can pick up products for free at various locations in Midlothian?

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  Local tributes paid after death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

  Published on 8 Sep 2022

  Midlothian’s Lord-Lieutenant and Provost have led local tributes after the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

• Planned strike action suspended

  Published on 5 Sep 2022

  Following the latest offer from COSLA, Unite and GMB trade unions have agreed to suspend the planned industrial action which was due to start on Wednesday 7 September. 

• Council planning measures to address budget gap

  Published on 23 Aug 2022

  Midlothian Council is facing a budget gap of £14.4 million for 2023/24, rising to a projected £27.1 million by 2027/28. Council officers are currently developing the measures needed to reduce the gap.

• Council approves Fair Tax Declaration

  Published on 23 Aug 2022

  Midlothian Council has agreed to support the Councils for Fair Tax Declaration, a UK-wide initiative aimed at encouraging responsible tax practice.

• Apply for Audit Committee roles

  Published on 8 Aug 2022

  The council is inviting applications to the posts of Independent Chair and Independent Non-Voting Member of the Audit Committee. The roles are voluntary but expenses are paid.

• Council Leader condemns Whitehill Welfare decision

  Published on 28 Jul 2022

  Midlothian Council Leader Councillor Kelly Parry has condemned as “shameful”, the decision by Whitehill Welfare football club to sign convicted domestic abuser Paul Tansey.

• Flying the flag for Pride month

  Published on 10 Jun 2022

  Midlothian Council is flying the Rainbow Pride flag in June to mark Pride month.

• SNP administration announced

  Published on 7 Jun 2022

  The SNP group has formed an administration to lead Midlothian Council.

• 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.

• Rents deferred for another year

  Published on 14 Dec 2021

  Midlothian Council today approved that proposed annual housing rent increases be deferred for 2022/23.

• Midlothian residents praised for recycling rates

  Published on 7 Dec 2021

  Midlothian residents’ efforts to recycle increasing amounts of household waste have been commended following a recent study by Edinburgh University.

• United to end gender-based violence

  Published on 25 Nov 2021

  Partners across Midlothian and East Lothian have joined forces to tackle gender-based violence as part of the worldwide campaign '16 days of Activism'.

• £132k funding boost for Midlothian's food waste recycling service

  Published on 17 Nov 2021

  Householders in some rural areas in Midlothian will be offered a food waste recycling service within the next 18 months or so thanks to Scottish Government funding of £132,085 announced today.

• Local people to be consulted about Common Good register

  Published on 16 Nov 2021

  Midlothian Council is to set up and maintain a register of property and funds it holds as part of the Common Good.

• Midlothian to provide support for Afghan refugees

  Published on 25 Aug 2021

  Midlothian Council has unanimously agreed to help relocate Afghan refugees as part of the UK Government scheme to support those most at risk from the Taliban regime.

• Midlothian appoints first Older People's Champion

  Published on 11 May 2021

  Councillor Margot Russell has been appointed as Midlothian’s first Older People’s Champion.

• Midlothian credited for gender equality work

  Published on 10 Mar 2021

  Midlothian Council has received special accreditation after participating in a pilot programme on gender equality.

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