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News published January 2026

• Have your say on plans for new Dalkeith welcome hub

  Published 23 Jan 2026

  Midlothian Council is inviting residents to take part in a short survey to help shape a new welcome hub planned for the ground floor of its headquarters, Midlothian House.

• Roads Closed in Woodburn During Mine Water Pumping Works

  Published 20 Jan 2026

  The Mining Remediation Authority is carrying out essential work to manage rising water levels in historic mine workings beneath part of Woodburn, Dalkeith. To keep everyone safe while this takes place

• Midlothian Council approves update on 20mph zones monitoring

  Published 20 Jan 2026

  Midlothian Council’s Cabinet has today (Tues) approved an update on the ongoing monitoring of 20mph zones across the county, following the programme’s initial approval in 2023.

• Midlothian extends a big ‘bonjour’ to the 2027 Tour de France

  Published 15 Jan 2026

  The full route of the opening stage of the 2027 Tour de France is revealed tonight, confirming Midlothian will welcome the world’s biggest annual sporting event when the men’s race gets underway.

• Step Up for Health: Community Step Count Challenge Launched!

  

  Published 13 Jan 2026

  An exciting fitness challenge for residents of Danderhall and Shawfair in Midlothian was officially launched today.

• First Midlothian baby to be registered in 2026 joins the Library!

  

  Published 5 Jan 2026

  The first Midlothian baby to have their birth registered in 2026 also became the youngest member of Midlothian Libraries today!

• New green bin for paper and card coming for Midlothian residents

  Published 5 Jan 2026

  Midlothian Council is introducing a new green-coloured household recycling bin for paper, card, and cardboard from spring 2026.