https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news Midlothian Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:46:33 +0000 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:46:33 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4062/midlothian_council_to_submit_bid_for_uk_town_of_culture_2028 Dalkeith has been selected at the full Council meeting as the council's bid for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:41:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4061/council_approves_housing_strategy Midlothian Council today approved the Midlothian Local Housing Strategy for the period 2026/27 to 2030/31. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:25:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4058/have_your_say_on_the_new_shawfair_2%E2%80%9318_school_proposal Midlothian Council is inviting residents to share their views on catchment plans for a new school campus in Shawfair. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:02:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4057/warm_praise_for_rosewell_primary_school_following_positive_inspection Rosewell Primary School is celebrating a very positive inspection by Education Scotland, an executive agency of the Scottish Government that works to improve the quality of education across Scotland. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:01:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4056/new_third_sector_provider_appointed_to_deliver_alcohol_and_drug_support_services_across_midlothian_and_east_lothian The charity, Substances Support Scotland has been chosen to lead vital support services for adults affected by alcohol and drug use in Midlothian and East Lothian. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:40:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4054/join_us_for_another_midlothian_falls_prevention_community_drop_in Back by popular demand…you are invited to come along to Midlothian’s second free, fun and informative Falls Prevention Community Drop In on Thursday 16 April. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:51:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4053/key_dates_as_scotland_prepares_to_go_to_the_polls As Scotland prepares to go to the polls for the Scottish Parliament Election on Thursday 7 May, find important registration deadlines, how to vote and other information on our election pages. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:14:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4051/cabinet_member_for_roads_updates_residents_on_pothole_pro_progress Our Cabinet Member with responsibility for roads, Councillor Dianne Alexander discusses how we are making progress in repairing our roads network. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4050/community_diners_now_serving_meals_across_midlothian Ten local community diners are opening their doors across Midlothian, offering weekly hot meals to residents on low incomes and helping people access wider cost of living support. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4048/councillors_visit_flagship_green_housing_developments_in_midlothian Ward councillors from Gorebridge and Bonnyrigg have joined Midlothian Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, Councillor Stuart McKenzie, on tours of two flagship green‑energy housing projects. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:26:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4047/main_contractor_appointed_as_penicuik_high_school_project_moves_into_construction_phase The project to refurbish and extend Penicuik High School has reached an important milestone with the appointment of main contractor Morrison Construction. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:43:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4046/midlothian_council_electrician_shortlisted_for_inspirational_colleague_of_the_year Midlothian Council electrician Kieran Docherty, 28 has been shortlisted for the Inspirational Colleague of the Year Award at the 2026 Aico Community Awards, celebrate outstanding people and projects. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:13:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4045/milestone_reached_in_new_digital_tool_for_parents Midlothian Council is celebrating a major milestone for its online school portal, parentsportal.scot, which allows parents to communicate directly with their child's school at a convenient time. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:04:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4044/partnership_effort_delivers_new_trim_trail_for_paradykes_primary_pupils Pupils at Paradykes Primary School are now enjoying an exciting new trim trail—complete with an all‑weather wet‑pour safety surface—thanks to more than four years of dedicated partnership working. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:28:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4043/have_your_say_on_plans_to_improve_bus_travel_on_the_a701 People who live, work, study or travel along the A701 are being encouraged to share their views on making bus journeys faster, easier and more reliable between Gowkley Moss roundabout and Straiton. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:02:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4041/applications_invited_for_community_sports_hub_funding Projects that use sport to improve mental health and wellbeing are encouraged to apply for funding to support their work. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:02:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4040/penicuik_centenarian_celebrates_100_remarkable_years Provost Debbi McCall and Lord-Lieutenant Sarah Barron made a welcome visit to Penicuik today to celebrate the 100th birthday of a much-loved member of the local community. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:52:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4039/midlothian_council_will_not_recognise_15_june_2026_as_an_extra_public_holiday Midlothian Council has decided not to recognise Monday 15 June 2026 as a local public holiday.  Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:23:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4031/rent_strategy_ensures_quality_and_affordability_for_local_residents The council today agreed on a new rent setting strategy that will form a key part of our long‑term plans to deliver good‑quality, sustainable and affordable housing. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:27:00 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4034/councillors_updated_on_denominational_school_admissions_consultation_and_arrangements_with_east_lothian_council East Lothian Council has agreed to contribute towards the additional education costs for pupils from Loretto RC Primary School attending St David’s RC High School during the 2026/27 school year. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:13:00 +0000