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Thank you from Council Leader and Chief Executive

Published on 27 Mar 2020

Council Leader and Chief Executive thanks communities for a heroic effort.
Message from Chief Executive and Council Leader

Published on 26 Mar 2020

The Chief Executive and Council Leader, Councillor Derek Milligan thank those who continue to adhere to the Social Distancing Measures.
Staff message from the Chief Executive March 26

Published on 26 Mar 2020

Message from the Chief Executive, Dr Grace Vickers
Chief Executive applauds #KindnessMidlothian campaign

Published on 25 Mar 2020

Thanks from Chief Executive, Dr Grace Vickers.
Message from Chief Executive, Dr Grace Vickers

Published on 25 Mar 2020

Dr Grace Vickers thanks staff for carrying out an essential role as Category 1 Responders.
Message from Chief Executive (Monday 23 March, 9:30pm)

Published on 25 Mar 2020

Dr Grace Vickers thanks staff for outstanding work.
Message to staff on 25 March from Chief Executive, Dr Grace Vickers

Published on 25 Mar 2020

Further to my message yesterday, I wanted to say thank you for your continued hard work, care and compassion
Local businesses able to provide temporary workers

Published on 25 Mar 2020

Information for local businesses able to provide temporary workers to the council.
Latest update for businesses (Friday 27 March)

Published on 25 Mar 2020

Scottish Government business support grants and other business support
Council's Chief Executive call to residents

Published on 24 Mar 2020

Further to the Prime Minister’s message last night, the Chief Executive Dr Grace Vickers thanks the many Midlothian residents who are stepping up and adhering to the social distancing measures.
Please help us to help our vulnerable people in our community

Published on 24 Mar 2020

Do you have the commitment and qualities required to join Claire Neish, an assistant manager of the council’s Home Care service pictured, who's now back in uniform to join frontline staff?
Message from Chief Executive on 23 March

Published on 23 Mar 2020

Further to the Prime Minister’s message, Midlothian Council's Chief Executive Dr Grace Vickers is urging all Midlothian Residents to follow his instruction.
Managing your business reputation

Published on 23 Mar 2020

A newly created webinar will look at ways to protect the reputation of your business during these uncertain times. Find out more and how to book.
Join our free business webinar

Published on 23 Mar 2020

Running a business from home during the Coronavirus outbreak and still want to engage with your clients, colleagues and customers online? This webinar is for you!
Do you know a special young person?

Published on 23 Mar 2020

Do you know a young person living, working or studying in Midlothian whose contribution to their local community deserves to be recognised?
Childcare provision for key workers update (Sat 21 March, 9pm)

Published on 21 Mar 2020

Priority places requested for Monday have now been allocated and a text issued to individual key workers.
Council moves to critical service delivery only

Published on 21 Mar 2020

The council has now moved to critical service delivery only and will now focus on our core statutory duties.
#KindnessMidlothian Campaign launched

Published on 18 Mar 2020

Today (Wednesday) the Midlothian Community Planning Partnership (CPP) launches the #KindnessMidlothian Campaign.
Information for Midlothian businesses

Published on 18 Mar 2020

Message from our economic development team in the wake of the financial packages announcements to support businesses in the wake of the Coronavirus.
Community support in Coronavirus crisis

Published on 17 Mar 2020

To make sure volunteers and the community are supported, and efforts are coordinated throughout the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, Midlothian Council is currently gathering details of all those who are organising support in their areas.
Council Leader 'overwhelmed' by community spirit

Published on 13 Mar 2020

Midlothian Council Leader Councillor Derek Milligan said he is “overwhelmed” by the community spirit of staff, volunteers, cross-party councillors and partner agencies who are pulling together.
Bringing Penicuik’s past to life

Published on 13 Mar 2020

Two story tellers have been appointed by the Penicuik Heritage Regeneration Project to engage with local schools and community groups on the town’s history and heritage.
Kitted out for sporting success

Published on 12 Mar 2020

Midlothian ladies walking football team will be stepping out for their first match on Sunday 15 March in new strips and tops, thanks to the generosity of a local community charity.
Midlothian's Young People Awards 2020 launched

Published on 11 Mar 2020

Do you know a young person living, working or studying in Midlothian, or a youth group whose contribution to their local community deserves to be recognised?
Saturday Fun at Mela 2020

Published on 3 Mar 2020

The popular Midlothian Mela event is being held on Saturday
Jobs roadshow for young people - 4 March 2020

Published on 3 Mar 2020

Young people and their parents from across Midlothian are invited to attend a free jobs roadshow tomorrow.
Find out about Crowdfunding

Published on 3 Mar 2020

Interested in finding out more about crowdfunding? Crowdfund Scotland is running a workshop at Newbattle Community Campus on Saturday 28 March in association with the LEADER programme.
Danderhall and district decide

Published on 3 Mar 2020

Residents in Danderhall and district are coming together to decide how £30,000 of public money will be spent to improve their area.
Community chooses name for Danderhall facilities

Published on 2 Mar 2020

The name Danderhall Community Hub has come out top in our survey to choose a name for the new community facilities.