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Rosewell Primary leading the way in digital learning
Published on 16 Dec 2025
Digital Schools Award success for Rosewell Primary
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Midlothian Council approves Armed Forces Covenant plan for 2025-2030
Published on 16 Dec 2025
Midlothian Councillors today approved the Midlothian Armed Forces Covenant Plan, 2025-2030.
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Celebrating Midlothian’s Inspirational Young People
Published on 25 Nov 2025
Amazing young people in Midlothian have been recognised at a special awards ceremony.
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Book a free Bonfire Night waste uplift
Published on 6 Oct 2025
Residents can book free uplift of combustible materials in the run-up to Bonfire Night from Friday 10 October. Please note all slots were filled by Wednesday 15 October.
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Midlothian’s Young People Awards 2025 launched!
Published on 12 Aug 2025
The annual Midlothian’s Young People Awards (MYPA) 2025 are now open for nominations in five categories.
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Midlothian’s Catering Team powering hungry cyclists
Published on 5 Aug 2025
Midlothian hospitality was in full force this week with the council’s catering team providing meals at Dalkeith High School for participants of the London Edinburgh London (LEL) cycling event.
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Councillors hear more about mining museum’s future plans amid financial challenges
Published on 1 Aug 2025
Midlothian Council Leader Kelly Parry and Cabinet Member for Tourism Colin Cassidy enjoyed a warm welcome from Newton, the National Mining Museum of Scotland’s mascot, when they visited on Thursday.
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Diamond wedding celebration for Dr Alan and Jan Naylor
Published on 24 Jul 2025
Provost Debbi McCall and Deputy Lord Lieutenant Harriet Dalrymple came bearing gifts and congratulations from HRH King Charles III when they visited Dr Alan and Jan Naylor.
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Have your say on community justice in Midlothian
Published on 10 Jul 2025
The Midlothian Community Justice Partnership is inviting everyone who lives, works or studies in Midlothian to share their views on making communities feel safer and reducing reoffending.
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Illegal tobacco products seized
Published on 10 Jul 2025
Midlothian Council’s Trading Standards team aided by Police Scotland and Consumer Protection Dogs UK, have seized a total of 3,620 illegal cigarettes and 800g of tobacco from a shop in Dalkeith.
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Plans updated to regenerate Dalkeith town centre
Published on 16 May 2025
Updated plans have been released to regenerate Dalkeith town centre.
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Message of condolence
Published on 21 Apr 2025
Provost Debbi McCall, has expressed condolences following the death of Pope Francis
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Exhibition banner on show in council headquarters
Published on 15 Apr 2025
Drop in to Midlothian House reception to view Newtongrange Village Voices' banner & read about a fascinating exhibition members were involved in at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
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Midlothian Council enhances community safety with CCTV upgrades
Published on 1 Apr 2025
A project upgrading Midlothian’s CCTV system is making communities safer by significantly enhancing Police Scotland’s ability to investigate alleged offences, according to a new report by the council.
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Revised scheme for community councils
Published on 1 Apr 2025
At the full Council meeting on Tuesday, councillors approved a revised Scheme for the Establishment of Community Councils in Midlothian 2025.
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Young carers invited to apply for funding
Published on 26 Mar 2025
Are you a young carer under the age of 18 who cares for a family member or relative in Midlothian?
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Anne and Peter celebrate their Sapphire anniversary
Published on 20 Mar 2025
Gorebridge couple celebrate 65 years of marriage with a card from King Charles.
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Pedal power: Penicuik bike project secures £1000 recycling grant
Published on 13 Mar 2025
Re-Cycles Penicuik repair, refurbish, and sell on donated bikes at low cost to local residents - now they've been awarded £1000 to help their sustainability mission.
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Council strikes gold for supporting armed forces staff and communities
Published on 7 Mar 2025
Midlothian Council has retained a prestigious award from the Ministry of Defence for its continued support of the Armed Forces Community.
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Morrisons opens after signing lease with council
Published on 20 Dec 2024
Just in time for the pre-Christmas shopping rush, Morrisons Daily has officially opened in a modern, energy efficient retail space after signing a 15-year lease with Midlothian Council.
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Midlothian to pursue more twinning relationships
Published on 17 Dec 2024
Midlothian Council is to seek out more twinning arrangements with other countries.
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Council nominate councillor for Newbyres Community Trust Board
Published on 17 Dec 2024
Midlothian Council agreed today (17 December) to nominate Councillor Douglas Bowen to represent the council on the Board of Trustees of the Newbyres Community Trust.
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Inspirational young people recognised
Published on 27 Nov 2024
Winners have been announced for the Midlothian Young People Awards (MYPA) 2024.
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Help us make council services fairer for everyone
Published on 26 Nov 2024
We want to hear your views on how to make our services fairer and more inclusive for all.
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Woodburn Community Hub Officially Unveiled in Renaming Ceremony
Published on 21 Oct 2024
The MARC Building in Woodburn has been formally renamed Woodburn Community Hub in a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday 21 October at the site on 10 Woodburn Road.
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Dalkeith couple celebrate their Diamond Wedding!
Published on 10 Oct 2024
Lord-Lieutenant Richard Callander and Provost Debbi McCall surprised Jimmie and Josephine Shepherd today at their home with a special visit to congratulate them on their Diamond Wedding anniversary.
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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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