News archive
News published October 2020
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New project helps care-experienced young people live independently
Published 28 Oct 2020
A ground-breaking project to support care experienced young people live independent, fulfilled lives was launched today during National Care Leavers Week by Midlothian Council’s Children’s Services.
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Garden of Remembrance message by Rev Lorna Souter
Published 26 Oct 2020
We are pleased to be able to share a message about Gardens of Remembrance by the Reverend Lorna Souter of Cockpen & Carrington and Lasswade & Rosewell Church.
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Additional funding for businesses affected by temporary restrictions
Published 22 Oct 2020
More funding is to be made available for businesses affected by the extension of temporary restrictions to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Businesses can now apply to Coronavirus restrictions fund
Published 20 Oct 2020
Support funding is now available for businesses in Scotland affected by the temporary Coronavirus (COVID-19) brake restrictions that came into effect from 9 October 2020.
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Phone lines at the Lasswade Centre
Published 20 Oct 2020
Maintenance work may affect the phones for the Lasswade Centre, including the school and leisure facilities.
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Council Leader criticises large businesses with eating areas offering meal deals
Published 19 Oct 2020
Midlothian Council Leader, Derek Milligan has criticised some businesses with large hospitality areas, normally operated and marketed as restaurants, for claiming to be cafés.
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Doorstep pickup of faulty hearing aids
Published 19 Oct 2020
Midlothian residents are being encouraged to take advantage of a new volunteer service offering doorstep pickup of faulty NHS hearing aids.
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New Coronavirus Restrictions Business Fund
Published 16 Oct 2020
The Scottish Government has earmarked up to £40 million to support employees and businesses impacted by the Coronavirus restrictions which came into effect on Friday 9 October. The scheme will open for applications on Tuesday 20 October.
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Gas works mean traffic restrictions in Newtongrange
Published 13 Oct 2020
Scotland Gas Networks will be carrying out upgrading work from 17 October in Newtongrange. This will mean some roads will close and restrictions will be in place on other roads.
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Council Leader calls for clarity on new regulations
Published 12 Oct 2020
Midlothian Council Leader, Derek Milligan has called for clear and conclusive direction on the latest Scottish Government legislation and guidelines on new coronavirus restrictions.