The Latest Breaking News from West Lothian

New West Lothian homes set to be refused over fears bins could not be collected

Proposals for a narrow cul-de-sac of new homes have been recommended for refusal because the bin lorry couldn't turn in the street

Edinburgh Live · Jan 13, 2023

West Lothian electric charging survey to help design future network

The council has asked for views on the development of the EV charging network in the weeks before tariffs are imposed.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 13, 2023

Cash bid launched to help 'bursting at the seams' GP practices

Growing patient lists are putting massive strain on surgeries

Daily Record · Jan 13, 2023

West Lothian village faced almost 40 fires and bus vandalism from teenage rampage

The community of Fauldhouse set up a range of new youth activities to divert teens away from violence and fire-raising after spate of incidents this summer

Edinburgh Live · Jan 11, 2023

Former West Lothian war veteran injured in bomb blast has lifeline car vandalised

Joe Patterson was left furious after the "targeted" attack which left his specially designed car out of action for a while. Police have now launched a probe into the incident.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 11, 2023

Tributes paid to Rangers superfan as pals say Ibrox bus will 'never be the same'

Cross Tavern Rangers Supporters Club have led tributes to well-known Gers supporter Philip Morajda, who was reportedly found dead at his home in Whitburn, West Lothian, on Monday.

Daily Record · Jan 10, 2023

Struggling West Lothian NHS staff are turning to food banks to make ends meet

Pantries are being set up by Unison union members in response to the cost of living crisis

Daily Record · Jan 10, 2023

Plans for bridge crossing to West Lothian's isolated 'island village'

Councillors heard engineers will carry out site surveys next week, with bridge designs ready for March to link Stoneyburn and Fauldhouse with a safer route for walking and cycling

Edinburgh Live · Jan 10, 2023

West Lothian mum dies after being left on hospital trolley for two days

Ruth Tonk's son Carl has spoken of the scenes inside St John's Hospital saying the staff looked 'mentally tired and exhausted'

Daily Record · Jan 10, 2023

West Lothian bus passengers unhappy over reliability of services

Buses need to improve across the county and the council is seeking a share of national funding to improve strategic routes

Edinburgh Live · Jan 9, 2023