https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news Midlothian Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:59:27 +0000 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:59:27 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4097/diamond_wedding_milestone_celebrated_with_royal_congratulations A Gorebridge couple who have shared six decades of marriage were delighted to receive special visitors as they celebrated their Diamond Wedding anniversary. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:41:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4096/shawfair_and_craighall_village_see_major_progress_with_thousands_of_homes_delivered_and_more_under_way We are highlighting significant progress at Shawfair and Craighall Village, with around 1,070 homes now built, over 1,100 under construction & around 3,000 more advancing through the planning system. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:36:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4095/give_your_views_on_planning_and_development_in_midlothian Today (Tuesday) we launch a 12-week public consultation on the proposed Midlothian Local Development Plan 2 (MLDP2). Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:08:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4093/council_leader_backs_life-saving_bleed_kit_initiative_launch_in_midlothian Council Leader Kelly Parry has commended a life-saving initiative & praised Food Facts Friends, Penicuik for becoming the first premises in the county to stock a BleedSave First Aid Bleed Control kit Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:17:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4091/inspirational_all_girl_team_make_it_a_first_for_midlothian Congratulations to Lasswade S3 and S4 pupils for successfully completing the first course of its kind in Midlothian to help equip young people with valuable employability and life skills. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4090/midlothian_tenancy_fraud_investigations_recover_15_social_housing_properties A collaboration between Midlothian Council’s corporate fraud team and housing officers helped to recover 15 council homes during the last financial year. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:17:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4089/pavilions_transformations_powered_by_teamwork Two community pavilions in Midlothian have been fully refurbished, providing local people with modern, welcoming spaces to meet, socialise and take part in activities. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:29:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4088/41_years_at_the_toll_celebrating_our_longest_serving_school_crossing_guide As the school's head off for summer, we are celebrating the council's longest serving school crossing guide, Sandra Gray. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4085/boost_for_midlothian_community_groups_as_councillors_back_enhanced_grants_programme Local community groups across Midlothian are set to benefit from continued and strengthened financial support after councillors approved the future of the council’s large grants programme. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:09:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4087/new_bus_journeys_to_improve_access_to_work_at_edinburgh_royal_infirmary Midlothian Council has secured £245,000 to improve bus links to key employment opportunities, including Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, making it easier for residents to get to work and training.  Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4086/community_diners_to_continue_across_midlothian_after_supporting_more_than_1000_residents More than 1,000 residents have taken part in Midlothian’s community diners pilot, with nine local diners now set to continue as the project moves into its next phase. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:35:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4084/tour_de_france_jobs_help_for_young_people_welcomed_by_council_leader Midlothian Council Leader, Councillor Kelly Parry, is encouraging young people across the county to take advantage of a unique employability opportunity linked to the Tour de France. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:22:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4083/council_switching_to_new_supplier_for_house_swaps If you are a tenant considering a mutual house swap, please note that the council is switching exchange suppliers. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:59:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4082/equality_event_25_june_-_cancelled Event postponed till a later date. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:05:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4081/public_consultation_to_launch_on_proposed_midlothian_local_development_plan_2 Midlothian Council agreed to launch a 12-week public consultation on the proposed Midlothian Local Development Plan 2 (MLDP2). The consultation will open on 30 June. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4080/additional_support_needs_stage_at_woodburn_primary_approved Midlothian Council has approved plans to formally establish an Additional Support Needs (ASN) stage at Woodburn Primary School, Dalkeith, from August 2026. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:10:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4079/councillors_agree_new_transport_strategy Councillors have agreed to adopt Midlothian’s new Local Transport Strategy (LTS), which will guide how transport decisions are made and where investment is prioritised over the next 10 years to 2035. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:28:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4078/282000_committed_to_strengthening_cost_of_living_support_for_residents Midlothian Council is allocating a total of £282,000 for cost of living support for 2026/27 to help residents facing rising costs through a range of practical supports. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:20:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4077/midlothian_council_clarifies_and_reaffirms_its_support_for_the_world_cup Midlothian Council is proud to join communities across the country in supporting Scotland’s participation in the FIFA Men’s World Cup. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:26:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4076/community_champions_awarded_british_empire_medals Two Midlothian community champions have been invested with British Empire Medal for their community service. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0100