Proposals to close care homes in West Lothian have been described as ‘the final straw’ by local Labour councillors as they confirmed they would oppose the plans.
The decision comes two months after the minority Labour-led West Lothian council were confronted with proposals, a row which had divided councillors, union and party members.
Following a meeting earlier this week West Lothian Labour Party branded the latest budget cuts which the Integration Joint Board faces “ the final straw.”
