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Council leader hits back after Scotland flags banned during World Cup

MIDLOTHIAN Council’s leader has said a decision to stop workers displaying Scotland flags or wearing the national jersey during the World Cup had…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 19

Mask-wearing youths in Scottish town warned ‘we will find you’

BALACLAVA wearing youths at the centre of antisocial behaviour problems in a Midlothian town centre have been warned “we will find you”

The National (Scotland) · Jun 2

Council chief given extra security after female leaders receive death threats

Death threats have been made to a number of female council leaders across Scotland after huge salary increases were reported in the media over the…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 12, 2025

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Council tax in Midlothian is going up — how much will my new bill be?

Several Scottish local authorities have confirmed above-inflation increases in council tax next year

The National (Scotland) · Feb 25, 2025

Council tax set to rise in Midlothian by 10 per cent

MIDLOTHIAN Council has approved a 10 per cent council tax rise, as its leader said people would pay more but the council was "delivering…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 25, 2025

Scottish council leader intervenes as ‘local legend’ cat banned from Co-op

A SCOTTISH council leader has intervened after a cat was banned from a town’s local Co-op supermarket ...

The National (Scotland) · Jan 23, 2025

All to know on Scotland's Alpine Coaster ride including how to get tickets

SCOTLAND'S first Alpine Coaster ride is being opened to the public on Saturday, September 14 at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 13, 2024

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SNP NEC 'needs more ordinary members' on it, says contender for top party role

A CONTENDER for one of the SNP’s top roles of national secretary says he hopes to improve the representation of “ordinary members” in the…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17, 2023

Midlothian Aldi under fire as group of schoolchildren 'refused water' despite 24C heat

The store allegedly refused a group of high school children bottles of water while they were out playing football on Friday, due to a 'blanket ban' on large groups of youths at peak times

Edinburgh Live · Jun 18, 2023

SNP council writes off £32,000 in school meals debt amid poverty crisis

MORE than £32,000 in unpaid school meal fees have been written off by one SNP-controlled council ...

The National (Scotland) · May 10, 2023

Midlothian school meal debt written off as councillors hear 'shocking' poverty figures

The cost of the school day for many parents and children places a heavy burden on them, according the charities and local groups

Edinburgh Live · May 9, 2023

Residents call Lothian Buses a 'disgrace' after pulled service leaves them 'marooned'

Residents in Midlothian have said they will be left ‘marooned’ after Lothian Buses announced they would be pulling the only regular, direct service connecting Rosewell with Edinburgh’s city centre.

Edinburgh Live · May 4, 2023

Midlothian village with no bus service to get almost 400 new homes

Councillors called for developer contributions to be used to reinstate a bus service in the village of Auchendinny after they were told it was withdrawn because of a lack of passengers

Edinburgh Live · Mar 28, 2023

New SNP leader facing 'tough job' as Midlothian and East Lothian members welcome result

East Lothian councillor Lyn Jardine said new SNP leader Humza Yousaf had recognised the importance of local government and SNP councillors in his speech after his win was annouced at Murrayfield today

Edinburgh Live · Mar 27, 2023

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Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Midlothian health and social care hit with 'last minute' cut in council funding

The council leader said the decision to cut some of the money earmarked for health services was one of many 'unpalatable' decisions they had to make after seeing a real terms reduction in their own Scottish Government funding.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

New Midlothian recycling centre gets go ahead despite concerns over dust and wildlife

Councillors received 215 representations from local residents about the planned move by Hamilton Waste and Recycling but were told the site had already been home to other waste firms for more than 20 years

Edinburgh Live · Feb 21, 2023

Last minute deal saves Midlothian jobs as council tax goes up by 5% in council budget

The council has used new powers to extend its loans to reduce debt payments and claw back overpayments to help plug its £14m budget gap but warns unpopular decisions could still be taken when savings proposals are reviewed in June.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 15, 2023

Midlothian council leader pays tribute to 'inspirational' First Minister

Councillor Kelly Parry says Nicola Sturgeon paved the way for her and her SNP colleagues across Scotland to win elections

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Edinburgh Live · Jan 31, 2023

Midlothian plan to cut teachers, libraries and music lessons sparks protest

Teaching jobs, the closure of school libraries and axing of community librarians and school crossing patrols are all in the savings proposal which will now be put out for public consultation

Edinburgh Live · Dec 14, 2022

Midlothian council leader slams £140m Rwanda flight policy amid cost of living crisis

Midlothian Council faces a budget gap of more than £13million next year but while councillors argued about who was to blame for the lack of cash Labour group leader Derek Milligan said the people who were not to blame were 'Midlothian tax payers'

Edinburgh Live · Dec 13, 2022

Midlothian gala day gets £10,000 grant for centenary year celebrations

Councillors said gala days were part of the county's tradition and heritage and should be celebrated for the vital role they play in bringing communities together

The National (Scotland) · Nov 26, 2022

Who were the winners at the SNP's annual awards?

THE winners of the SNP’s annual awards have been announced.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 10, 2022

Midlothian council leader says UK Government decisions have been 'catastrophic'

A cost of living taskforce set up to help with winter crisis is now expected to be needed for much longer with support needed for vulnerable families and a 'new anxiety' now emerging from people who have never needed help in the past and are now struggling

Edinburgh Live · Oct 4, 2022

Midlothian councillors warn cost of living crisis is going to get worse

Council leader warns the battle to not just heat but to actually keep people in their homes was coming as Provost says situation is the worst she has ever seen

Edinburgh Live · Jun 29, 2022

New Midlothian council cost of living task force aims to offer food bank alternative

Councillors will focus on alternatives to food banks, which they were told are facing drops in donations and rising demands as they look for ways to support struggling citizens

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