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Still time to nominate!
Published on 1 Oct 2024
Do you know a young person living, working or studying in Midlothian whose contribution to their local community deserves to be recognised?
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Council Leader and Provost help 2 SCOTS celebrate
Published on 24 Sep 2024
Midlothian Council Leader Councillor Kelly Parry and Provost Debbi McCall were honoured to help celebrate Assaye Day at Glencorse Barracks on Saturday 21 September.
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Unlock Midlothian Doors Open Day
Published on 13 Aug 2024
Mavisbank House, recently ‘saved’ thanks to a £5 million funding award, and an 18th century working smiddy are among 22 Midlothian venues taking part in this year’s Doors Open Days on Saturday 14 Sept
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100th Birthday of Christina Rennex Celebrated
Published on 31 Jul 2024
Midlothian resident, Christina Rennex, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday 21 July surrounded by family, friends and residents at a small party at Archview Lodge Care Home, Dalkeith.
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Midlothian Council marks Volunteers’ Week 2024
Published on 5 Jun 2024
2024 marks the 40th year of Volunteers’ Week, when Midlothian Council recognises the contribution volunteers make across the council area
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Midlothian Council agrees British Sign Language Plan
Published on 7 May 2024
British Sign Language Plan for 2024-2030 approved by Councillors today
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Special tree planting ceremony to honour the King
Published on 6 May 2024
A tree has been planted in King’s Park, Dalkeith to commemorate King Charles’ Coronation.
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Work continues to restore Penicuik's heritage
Published on 23 Apr 2024
The last remaining shop front improvement grants have been awarded by the Penicuik Heritage Regeneration Project.
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Large grants programme extended to March 2026
Published on 26 Mar 2024
Councillors have agreed to extend the current 2022/25 large grants programme for another year, to the end of March 2026.
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British Empire Medal for Bonnyrigg resident
Published on 27 Feb 2024
Bonnyrigg resident, Claire Miller, has been presented with a British Empire Medal (BEM) in a special ceremony at Rosslyn Chapel.
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Young winners announced
Published on 29 Nov 2023
The winners of the Midlothian Young People Awards (MYPA) 2023 have been announced at a special ceremony held at Rosslyn Chapel.
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Council headquarters could become 'one stop shop' for local community
Published on 29 Aug 2023
The council’s headquarters, Midlothian House, could become a ‘one stop shop’ for local people using council and third sector services, councillors heard today (Tuesday).
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Get ready, set and read!
Published on 12 Jul 2023
Young people in Midlothian are in for an exciting summer of reading and fun activities with the launch of the popular annual Summer Reading Challenge.
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More funding for Penicuik heritage projects
Published on 27 Jun 2023
More than £171,000 of uncommitted developer contributions will be spent on improving Penicuik town centre as part of the town’s Heritage Regeneration Project.
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Penicuik high schools pupils help with restoration work
Published on 13 Jun 2023
Pupils from Beeslack and Penicuik high schools have been given an opportunity to experience some hands on training of restoration work.
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Give us your view on new Mayfield Community Campus
Published on 12 Jun 2023
Find out more about plans for the proposed new Mayfield Community Campus at a drop-in meeting to be held at Mayfield Primary School on Tuesday 20 June between 4.30pm and 8.30pm.
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Funding approved for community councillors
Published on 9 May 2023
Councillors have approved more than £6,000 of funding to support community councils.
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More help staying warm and well
Published on 8 Mar 2023
Two more warm and well hubs are being opened in Midlothian to help those struggling with the cost of living crisis. Additional hubs at Danderhall and Loanhead libraries will open from Monday 13 March.
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Local projects benefit from Shared Prosperity funding
Published on 21 Feb 2023
A total of 17 projects in Midlothian are set to benefit from over £2 million in funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
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Help staying warm and well this winter
Published on 14 Feb 2023
With the cold winter weather and the cost of living crisis still hitting households hard, Midlothian residents are being reminded that the warm and well hubs are still operating at Lasswade and Newbattle libraries.
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Lottery funding for projects to commemorate His Majesty The King’s Coronation
Published on 9 Feb 2023
National Lottery funding is available to support community events celebrating His Majesty The King’s Coronation in May.
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Trees planted across Midlothian as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy
Published on 22 Dec 2022
Oak trees in parks across Midlothian will be among more than a million trees planted in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s name across the UK as part of The Queen’s Green Canopy.
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Young awards winners announced for 2022
Published on 8 Dec 2022
The winners of the The Midlothian’s Young People Awards 2022 have been announced at a special ceremony at Rosslyn Chapel.
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New advice leaflet to help with money worries
Published on 2 Dec 2022
As part of its Midlothian Cares initiative, Midlothian Council has linked up with Independent Food Aid Network to produce a new leaflet with advice for people who are struggling to make ends meet.
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The Parent Trap
Published on 21 Nov 2022
The public are being warned of a national phone scam. The scam targets parents.
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Winning award was a positive experience for art club
Published on 5 Oct 2022
Do you know any young role models?
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Free period products available in Midlothian
Published on 13 Sep 2022
Did you know that anyone needing sanitary protection for periods can pick up products for free at various locations in Midlothian?
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Volunteer Panel Members required
Published on 13 Sep 2022
Midlothian Council will be allocating money provided by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund. We are seeking volunteer panel members to assist with the scoring process.
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Planned strike action suspended
Published on 5 Sep 2022
Following the latest offer from COSLA, Unite and GMB trade unions have agreed to suspend the planned industrial action which was due to start on Wednesday 7 September.
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Council's Cost of Living Taskforce meets for first time
Published on 16 Aug 2022
A ‘Heat and Eat Fund’ of £279,000 to help families not eligible for Scottish Welfare supports was among the first measures approved by Midlothian Council’s new Cost of Living Taskforce.
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Call for local people to help shape Midlothian’s future
Published on 3 Aug 2022
Do you want to play a part in shaping public services in your area? Then why not apply to become a member of the Midlothian Citizens' Panel?
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Merger approved for local community councils
Published on 28 Jun 2022
Bonnyrigg and Lasswade Community Council and Poltonhall and Hopefield Community Council are to formally merge, at their own request, following a decision taken at a special meeting of Midlothian Council today (Tuesday 28 June).
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Single Midlothian Plan published
Published on 28 Jun 2022
An annual plan has been published, setting out the outcomes local services are expected to deliver for local people in Midlothian.
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Visit the Vogrie Wonderland Story and Book Festival
Published on 17 Jun 2022
Something exciting is coming to Vogrie Country Park on Saturday 23 July! Wonderland Story & Book Festival by The Book Whisperers is Midlothian's new free family festival.
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New Transferable Skills Academy
Published on 12 Apr 2022
The Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal has launched a new Transferable Skills Academy. The first course has been developed in partnership with Midlothian Council.
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Remembering Together Midlothian: Co-creating Covid Community Memorials
Published on 8 Apr 2022
Artists and creatives are being sought to support Remembering Together Midlothian, a co-created COVID community memorial.
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New avenue of trees thanks to local firm
Published on 1 Apr 2022
Midlothian Council’s land and countryside team is creating a new avenue of trees in Penicuik thanks to a donation by local electronics firm, Findlay Irvine.
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Funding available for groups offering employability support
Published on 31 Mar 2022
Funding is now available for community groups, charities, social enterprises, public sector bodies and private providers who can provide employability support for eligible people aged 16 to 67 who need additional support.
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Apply for a job placement at Midlothian Council
Published on 29 Mar 2022
Finding it difficult getting a job? Midlothian Council has a number of paid placement opportunities for people who live in the area, who are over 25, and who have been out of work for more than a year.
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Council approves small grant funding for community groups
Published on 15 Feb 2022
Midlothian Council has approved small grants totalling £89,000 for 35 voluntary and community organisations operating in the area.
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Midlothian’s Young People Awards winners announced
Published on 26 Jan 2022
Winners and runners up have been announced for The Midlothian’s Young People Awards (MYPA) 2021 at a special online ceremony.
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Investing in Communities Fund
Published on 26 Jan 2022
The Scottish Government’s Investing in Communities Fund prioritises those places where support is needed most, to reduce poverty and inequality. Local organisations who are thinking of applying for funding can attend an online information session on Tuesday 1 Feb at 3pm.
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Council approves large grant awards for voluntary and community organisations
Published on 14 Dec 2021
Midlothian Council has approved three-year grant awards totalling £1,458,448 for 24 voluntary and community organisations operating in the area.
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Public consultation on council’s plans to set up a register of Common Good Property
Published on 7 Dec 2021
Common Good Funds are the assets and income of some former burghs. They represent a portfolio of land, property and investments that continue to exist for the common good of local people.
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Midlothian residents praised for recycling rates
Published on 7 Dec 2021
Midlothian residents’ efforts to recycle increasing amounts of household waste have been commended following a recent study by Edinburgh University.
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Provost welcomes Glencorse Barracks news
Published on 30 Nov 2021
Midlothian Provost Peter Smaill has welcomed news that Glencorse Barracks, near Penicuik have been saved from closure.
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United to end gender-based violence
Published on 25 Nov 2021
Partners across Midlothian and East Lothian have joined forces to tackle gender-based violence as part of the worldwide campaign '16 days of Activism'.
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Council’s small grants scheme opens for applications from 1 November
Published on 29 Oct 2021
Midlothian Council’s small grants scheme opens for applications from Monday 1 November. Applications are welcome from community groups, charities, or social enterprises for grants of up to £3000.
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New Community Learning and Development Plan for Midlothian
Published on 5 Oct 2021
A new 3-year Community Learning and Development Plan has been approved by Midlothian Council.
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Volunteers’ efforts to improve open spaces praised by council
Published on 2 Jul 2021
The efforts of local groups and individuals in Midlothian to improve local streets, parks and other open spaces has been praised by Midlothian Council.
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Setting the standards for waste services in Midlothian
Published on 24 Jun 2021
A new consultation has opened asking residents to comment on the standards they expect from waste services as well as how waste and recycling should be collected in future.
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COVID Test Centre: Temporary partial closure of Ramsay Croft carpark, Dalkeith
Published on 14 May 2021
An area of Ramsay Croft carpark, Dalkeith, will temporarily close from Friday 14 May.
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Additional funding for mental health & wellbeing for Midlothian’s children and young people
Published on 14 May 2021
Children and young people in Midlothian are to benefit again in 2021 from extra Scottish Government funding to support their mental health and wellbeing.
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Town centre projects given the green light
Published on 23 Feb 2021
A number of local improvement projects in Midlothian have been given the go-ahead with funding from the Scottish Government’s Town Centre Capital Fund.
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National Adult Support and Protection Day 2021 – a message from Anne Neilson, Chair of East and Midlothian Public Protection Committee
Published on 19 Feb 2021
Saturday 20 February 2021 is National Adult Support and Protection Day. East and Midlothian Public Protection Office is using the day to focus on sexual harm.
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