The Latest Breaking News from Midlothian Council

Popular Midlothian reservoir parking ban amid claims wildlife 'chased and hurt'

Regular visitors to Gladhouse Reservoir have urged the council to lift the ban saying it will stop people who need direct access from using it.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 11, 2022

Plan for 46 bungalows in Midlothian countryside gets go-ahead following Scottish Government appeal

Decision shows local views 'count for nothing', campaigners say after local residents objected to the plan and Midlothian Council originally rejected the proposals for the houses.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 30, 2022

Abandoned caravans at Midlothian leisure centre pose 'safety and fire' risk say locals

The caravans, which have been left for several months in the car park of the old Mayfield Leisure Centre, have attracted vandals in the past and one was allegedly set on fire

Edinburgh Live · Mar 23, 2022

New Edinburgh Costa Drive-Thru will be built near busy Sheriffhall roundabout

The starter business units are planned for a site which lies on the green belt but is within the larger Sherifhall South site earmarked by Midlothian Council or employment use.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 17, 2022