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News articles
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Council challenging Scottish Government decision – 2nd September 2025
Midlothian Council is challenging a decision made by the Scottish Government to grant consent for a battery storage site.
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Midlothian residents asked for views on draft housing strategy – 1st September 2025
Local residents are being invited to participate in the final phase of a consultation of the Midlothian Local Housing Strategy.
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New CLLE Annual Report highlights success of lifelong learning, employability and community projects – 1st September 2025
Communities, Lifelong Learning and Employability (CLLE) published their 2024/25 Annual Report, showcasing the service’s wide range of projects which are supporting Midlothian residents.
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60th Wedding Anniversary of Iris and Hugh Robertson Celebrated – 29th August 2025
Midlothian residents, Iris and Hugh Robertson, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on 28 August 2025.
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Cleaner, greener council vans hit the road in Midlothian – 27th August 2025
Two brand new electric vans have joined Midlothian Council’s fleet – the first of 18 zero-emission vehicles arriving this year.
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Launch of ‘Grail Trails’ project opens up Roslin’s hidden gems – 27th August 2025
Visitors and locals alike are being invited to discover more of Roslin and its stunning surroundings thanks to a new initiative supported by Midlothian Council.
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Work to Repair and Improve Midlothian Council Headquarters Set to Begin – 25th August 2025
With the main contractor, McLaughlin & Harvey now appointed, work will get underway to repair and enhance Midlothian Council’s headquarters in Dalkeith, delivering improved facilities for customers.
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Midlothian’s New P1 Pupils Have Started School with a Special Handmade Friend – 23rd August 2025
More than 1,000 children who started Primary 1 across Midlothian this August brought a very special friend with them on their first day – their very own “Mid Mouse", lovingly handmade by knitters.
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Step Into Confidence at Midlothian Falls Prevention Community Day – 23rd August 2025
If you are committed to living well for longer, then join us for Midlothian’s first free, fun and informative Falls Prevention Community Day on Thursday 25 September 2025, at the Lasswade Centre.
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Railway model makers on track to help make Midlothian Doors Open Days another success – 20th August 2025
Thistle Modelmakers will be taking guests on railway journeys across the world as part of Doors Open Days in September.
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Document pages
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Twinning links in Midlothian – 7th August 2025
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Contact our housing teams – 24th June 2025
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Firework Control Zones – 9th June 2025
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What's On at Hawthorn Family Learning Centre – 27th May 2025
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parentsportal.scot – 2nd May 2025
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Appeal a refused school placing request – 31st March 2025
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Bus trial between Pathhead and Penicuik – 24th March 2025
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Permanent traffic lights - apply to temporarily switch off or modify – 18th March 2025
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Transforming how we work – 10th February 2025
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Eligibility Criteria – 28th January 2025
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Downloads
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Midlothian Local Housing Strategy 2026/27 - 2030/31 DRAFT – 1st September 2025
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Equality Employment Information Analysis 2024-25 DRAFT – 28th August 2025
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Allotment regulations – 25th August 2025
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2010-2023 Local Review Body Register – 25th August 2025
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Midlothian Wind Turbine Register – 21st August 2025
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Impact Assessment 2025 - Proposed Variation to the Admissions Arrangements for Primary and Secondary Education – 20th August 2025
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Impact Assessment 2025 - Proposal to Establish a New ASN Stage at Loanhead Primary School – 20th August 2025
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Place Based Investment Programme 2025 - Application Form – 19th August 2025
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Place Based Investment Programme 2025 - Guidance Document – 19th August 2025
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Records Management Plan Progress Update Review 2025 – 18th August 2025
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Events
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SSS Scottish Championships – 18th August 2025
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Join us for Midlothian Falls Prevention Community Day – 8th August 2025
A fun, friendly, & informative event for anyone over 50, their friends & family. Whether you're thinking ahead or already looking for support, this day is packed with expert advice & local resources.
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SSS British Championships – 7th May 2025
SSS British Championships
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SSS British Championships – 7th May 2025
SSS British Championships
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LSR Club Championships – 16th April 2025
LSR Club Championships
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LSR Twin Peaks Race – 16th April 2025
LSR Twin Peaks
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SSSA Primary Dry Slope Championships – 16th April 2025
SSSA Primary Dry Slope Championships
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Midlothian Futures Fair – 10th March 2025
Open 1-2pm for pupils from Saltersgate and the provisions. An information event for young people with ASN and their parent/carers about life after school.
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Dalkeith Dino Trail – 6th January 2025
18 brick dinosaur models in Dalkeith including a Stegosaurus, Triceratops and baby dinosaurs.
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