The Latest Breaking News from West Lothian Council

Show your support for victims of domestic violence

A march and rally is being held on Friday and a survivor’s vigil on December 9

Daily Record · Nov 21, 2022

Risk of legal action leads to West Lothian Council scrapping hire of minibuses to charities

Council bosses say continuing to offer a minibus hire service would risk legal action against the council in the event of an accident.

Daily Record · Nov 21, 2022

Severe flooding after torrential rain closes busy West Lothian road again as locals say it's 'not fit for purpose'

West Lothian Council road operations staff are at the scene but warn the road could be closed for some time

Daily Record · Nov 18, 2022

Iconic park is skating close to historic status

Since being built in 1981, Livingston Skate Park has become one of the largest in the world and attracted skating superstars including Tony Hawke

Daily Record · Nov 10, 2022

West Lothian residents urged to have a say on almost £50m cuts to services

West Lothian Council faces taking almost £50 million of its spending, with education likely taking the biggest hit. Local residents have until 20 November to respond to consultation

Edinburgh Live · Nov 8, 2022

Changes to school day and other cuts on the table to balance budget

People are being urged to share their views before it's too late

Daily Record · Nov 7, 2022

Appeal for donations of 'festive essentials' to help people struggling with cost of living

West Lothian Council has launched its annual Festive Essentials campaign in partnership with West Lothian Foodbank

Daily Record · Nov 4, 2022

Watch as West Lothian ghost estate demolished - 18 years after homes condemned

After and 18 year campaign for a new house Kerry Mackintosh watched her Deans South home torn down as Springfield properties mark the new phase of their redevelopment of the area

Edinburgh Live · Nov 3, 2022

People urged to report illegal sales of firework in run-up to Bonfire Night

People are also being urged to only attend organised events

Daily Record · Nov 2, 2022

Council bosses could clamp down on use of kettles and toasters to tackle soaring energy bills

The local authority says its fuel bill is expected to rise by an eye-watering £12million

Daily Record · Oct 28, 2022