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Claims housing estate sewage being emptied into village drains
1 day ago · An East Lothian councillor has claimed trucks full of sewage from a new housing estate are being emptied into a village’s main drains system. Bellway Homes, who are developing the site, were accused of causing anxiety among local residents after it was claimed sewage from their homes on the edge of the village of Elphinstone, was being ...
Plan to move hundreds out of unlicensed HMOs sparks crisis
1 day ago · The number of households in temporary accommodation across the capital has risen to over 5,000 from 3,570 at the start of the first lockdown in 2020. Officials have asked landlords in breach of the rules to register for HMO licences and “many did so or have undertaken to do so,” Mr Smith’s report said, “but others have refused or taken ...
Kirsty McNeill MP: Delivering change for Midlothian
2 days ago · This View has been written by Kirsty McNeill, MP for Midlothian. Dear Midlothian, Five months ago, just as the election we so desperately needed was finally called, I wrote to every one of you promising change. I said that whilst we won’t be able to deliver everything you want, a Labour Government would have Scotland at its beating heart.
“Midlothian is not a museum and after 140 years I think it is time …
Oct 31, 2024 · A rural village designed by one of Scotland’s greatest Victorian architects is to welcome its first new home in 140 years. Midlothian councillors have granted permission for a new house to be built on the edge of Crichton, near Pathhead, despite concerns about its ‘modern’ design. A meeting of ...
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The Midlothian View is a news website that covers local news, events, and community happenings in Midlothian, Scotland. With a team of dedicated journalists, the website provides in-depth coverage of the county, keeping residents informed about important issues and developments. Whether you’re looking for the latest news on local politics ...
Councillor facing second standards hearing in 18 months
3 days ago · Written by Local Democracy Reporter, Marie Sharp. A Midlothian councillor is facing a second hearing over allegations of inappropriate comments in 18 months. Bryan Pottinger was cleared by the Standards Commission of any wrong doing after claims he commented on a female councillor’s underwear were dismissed over a lack of evidence last summer.
Council wants to hear public’s views on savings proposals
Oct 11, 2024 · Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Luke Jackson. Midlothian Council wants to hear your views on savings proposals to bridge a budget gap of £9.41 million in 2025/26 rising to £20.64 million by 2028/29. Councillors agreed at the full Council on Tuesday, the consultation will run from today (Wednesday) until Wednesday 20 November.
Come and hear the Midlothian Candidates at the Midlothian View …
Jun 10, 2024 · The hustings will take place on Thursday 20th June at 7:30pm to 9pm in the One Dalkeith building, 21 Eskdail Court, Dalkeith EH22 1AG. Please submit questions in advance to the Midlothian View editor by emailing [email protected]. Phil Bowen, Midlothian View editor said: “I am really pleased that Midlothian View has been able to organise ...
Lorna Slater gives her first Midlothian View
Sep 17, 2021 · Lorna Slater gives her first Midlothian View. Friday September 17th 2021. Lorna Slater, Scottish Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lothian MSP and Scottish Greens co-leader writes her monthly column for Midlothian View. My first four months as an MSP have been extremely busy.