The Latest Breaking News from East Lothian Council

Even though the land at the side of the house belongs to the owners, East Lothian Council says it is classed as 'public open space' and cannot be enclosed or used as part of their garden

East Lothian Council planners said that even though the couple own the land at the side of their house it had been designated as 'open space' and building on it breached planning rules ordering them to take the summerhouse and fence down

The town's local Labour club and Royal British Legion Scotland are hosting weekday events where people can go along for some food and chat in a warm environment in response to the cost of living crisis and energy price rises

The housing plans were originally tied to the promise of a greyhound stadium being built on the outskirst of Wallyford but it was scrapped last year meaning they were no longer needed to enable it but they have been given the go ahead from planners

Parents are seeking a legal ruling after East Lothian Council refused to renew its free 11040 hours funding contract with private nursery group after questioning its 'overall approach to inclusion' but some have questioned the community council's decision to help fund the fight

East Lothian Council has given the go ahead for course changes and a new housing development

The golf clubs says the new 78 luxury houses are needed to enable investment into the club facilities however local residents have questioned whether there will be any benefit to the community or whether it will just be for private members

A 160% increase on the cost of gas bills and 25% increase in electricity costs for public buildings is expected to add £1million into the annual budget this year

The annual allowance of £156 is being increased to £312 which is the maximum tax free amount the council can pay staff before they face having to declare it