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The Latest Breaking News from West Lothian

Luke Crosbie hopes his long journey takes him to Twickenham

When Luke Crosbie – self-described as a “big skinny drip” – went for a wander in West Lothian with his father on a Saturday afternoon in…

The National (Scotland)

West Lothian to put damp and mould monitors in 100 council homes

Sensor monitoring of 100 council homes has been developed in wake of the death of a two year old boy from respiratory problems in Greater Manchester. Staff will compile a database and report to councillors on a regular basis.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian libraries, swimming pools and community centres facing closure

Four libraries have been identified as part of a council review which includes swimming pools and community centres, as councillors have to make tough decisions in their budget next month.

Edinburgh Live

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West Lothian families benefit from Warm Homes scheme

The project helps people where energy efficiency improvements can be mad

Daily Record

Homelessness surges in West Lothian after end of covid eviction protection

Councillors are calling for more funding from the Scottish Government to help tackle the growing crisis

Daily Record

Disappointment as West Lothian misses out on Levelling Up cash to upgrade accident blackspot

A joint bid by West Lothian and Falkirk councils to carry out work was refused

Daily Record

West Lothian homelessness surged after end of covid eviction protection

The ban on evictions was lifted in the Autumn. That, coupled with surging mortgage costs pushed up the numbers looking for a council home

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Residents given keys to new-build homes in West Lothian town

The 14-home housing development has a mix of semi-detached and cottage flats.

Daily Record

Call for parking fines on West Lothian streets to end 'dangerous free for all'

West Lothian Council is being urged to introduce parking fines to solve the issue

Daily Record

West Lothian council tax rise of 4.5% needed to face 'unprecedented' budget gap

Budget decisions will be taken at the end of February and council committees are considering the costs. If agreed a 4.5% rise will take place for the next five years.

Edinburgh Live

Mum of teen who took own life after dad abused her left 'disgusted' over fears he will get parole

Megan Reid, from Livingston, West Lothian, died on April 5, 2022 at the age of 17.

Daily Record

Failed Falkirk bid for government cash delays work on accident blackspot

Falkirk's joint bid with West Lothian council would have improved the dangerous Champany junction

Daily Record

Call for parking fines on West Lothian streets to end 'dangerous free for all'

West Lothian Council needs to introduce parking fines to end the dangerous free for all in towns such as Bathgate and Linlithgow, councillors heard.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian community councils getting 'divorced' only a year after merger

Neighbourhoods in northern Livingston will be better represented by two distinct community groups, say councillors after three month consultation

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Urgent call to discuss damp in West Lothian homes delayed ahead of report

The council's Housing Services committee will hear a report on damp homes later this week but a call by Bathgate councillor Pauline Stafford for a debate in full council was rejected

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian band announced as Lewis Capaldi support act for European leg of tour

Mark Sharp and the Bicycle Thieves are a band from West Lothian that have grown up alongside superstar Lewis Capaldi - now they will be supporting him on his European tour.

Daily Record

West Lothian charity gets cash boost to provide kids with warm winter coats

Taylor Wimpey has donated £250 to the School Bank West Lothian

Daily Record

Appeal to help trace missing man last seen boarding train at West Lothian station

Ross Kinghorn has not been seen since Monday, January 16

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Edinburgh Live

CCTV shows West Lothian man boarding train six days ago before disappearing

A man has vanished after boarding a train from Linlithgow to Bridge of Tilt to go hillwalking. After not making contact with family in six days, concerns are growing for his welfare.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian schools vaping and smoking ban updated to help pupils get support

Education officers already had strong anti- vaping policies in place but the rules created in 2017 have been updated to reflect national law changes and a new tone

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian misses out on levelling-up cash to fix accident blackspot

West Lothian had looked for £15m to improve roads around the county as well as the main road to Bo'ness but lost out in the funding round

Edinburgh Live

Callous crooks raid West Lothian home on quiet residential road in broad daylight

Police are appealing for the public's help after a property was broken into in West Lothian on Thursday afternoon. Thieves stole an amount of jewelry in broad daylight.

Daily Record

West Lothian school catchments are changing - find out if you're affected

Changes are taking place in three areas

Daily Record

West Lothian author has popular book series snapped up by major publisher

The bestselling series has been acquired by the publisher.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian mum refuses to move back to damp and mouldy council house that causes health issues

On top of causing health issues, the damp has ruined clothes, carpets, blinds and furniture throughout her home, costing thousands of pounds.

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