https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news Midlothian Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Fri, 29 May 2026 14:55:48 +0000 Fri, 29 May 2026 14:55:48 +0000 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4073/midlothian_call_for_volunteers_to_support_tour_de_france_grand_d%C3%A9part_2027 Applications are now open for volunteers to support the Tour de France when it comes through Midlothian in July 2027—and three local young people are already encouraging others to get involved. Wed, 27 May 2026 07:56:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4072/midlothian_council_secures_funding_for_2026_summer_of_sport Midlothian Council, in partnership with sportscotland, has secured £229,000 through the 2026 Summer of Sport initiative to support a wide range of local activities and clubs.   Tue, 26 May 2026 12:05:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4071/annual_tenants_gardening_competition_returns_for_2026 Our annual council tenant’s gardening competition is back - and is open entries now. Fri, 22 May 2026 20:16:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4070/residents_invited_to_shape_midlothians_future_at_community_events People who live or work in Midlothian are being invited to help shape the area’s future by taking part in a series of community events this June. Thu, 21 May 2026 08:57:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4069/update_on_midlothians_mobile_library The Mobile Library will not begin its timetable on 20 May as planned. Tue, 19 May 2026 14:03:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4068/young_stars_shine_at_newbattle_cluster_cheer_competition Primary pupils from across the Newbattle Associated School Group (ASG) took centre stage recently as Newbattle High School hosted its first-ever Cluster Cheer Competition. Mon, 11 May 2026 13:37:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4067/could_you_be_part_of_a_child_or_young_persons_story We are launching a new fostering campaign to mark the start of Foster Care Fortnight. Mon, 11 May 2026 07:38:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4066/trial_of_secure_cycle_parking_underway Midlothian Council is trialling secure, destination-based cycle parking across four locations. Tue, 05 May 2026 13:58:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4065/new_cycle_hub_opens_in_penicuik_precinct_to_support_active_travel A new small cycle hub and modal hub has been installed at the heart of Penicuik Precinct to help support and encourage active travel for residents and visitors. Tue, 05 May 2026 12:32:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4064/midlothian_pupils_help_launch_tour_de_france_poster_competition_ahead_of_2027_visit Senior pupils from Newbattle High School are helping to kick‑start a nationwide poster design competition as Midlothian prepares to welcome the Tour de France to the county in 2027. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:24:00 +0100 https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/news/article/4063/school_intake_august_2026_%E2%80%93_p1_and_s1_placement_letters P1 school placement letters (including out of catchment placing requests submitted before 15 March 2026) are being issued this week, as are outcome letters about S1 out of catchment requests. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:15:00 +0100 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