West Lothian Council

West Lothian Council Official page of West Lothian Council. For specific enquiries, please visit our www.westlothian.gov.uk/contactus Social Media rules for WLC's pages.

Rule number 1 - please be kind. We don't want to delete, hide or block individuals but we will do so if comments are deemed by us to be offensive, off topic, political in nature, abusive, confrontational, threatening and/or provocative. In addition, offensive or unacceptable actions, language or trolling may also result in the perpetrator being blocked and/or reported to the social media site admi

nistrator. More details at https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/socialmedia
Also - complaints and comments are not monitored or dealt with via our page. Should you wish to complain or comment on a council service, please do so via https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/complaints

03/07/2025

Members of the public are to be offered free guided tours of the interior of the Queensferry Crossing deck.
The event will form part of Doors Open Days, Scotland’s largest free festival that celebrates places and stories, new and old. It will be the first event of its kind on the UK’s tallest bridge, which opened in 2017.
Guided tours will depart every 20 minutes on 27 September from the bridge office in South Queensferry. Tours will last 90 minutes, visiting parts of the Queensferry Crossing normally closed to the public, including the interior of the box girder deck and the central reservation where the bridge’s cable stays are anchored. Commentary will be provided by experienced members of staff from BEAR Scotland.
There will be no charge for the tours, however donations to charity will be welcomed. All money raised will go to BEAR Scotland’s national charity partner Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.
A total of 180 places will be available, allocated via a random ballot which will open later this month. Members of the public are encouraged to follow and on X to be first in line when the ballot opens.
Everyone who attends will have the chance to enter a charity prize draw for one of five trips for two to the top of the Queensferry Crossing’s main towers.
David Bishop, BEAR Scotland’s South East Bridges Manager, said: “For the past three years we’ve held successful Doors Open Day events at the Forth Road Bridge, and this year we want to offer a similar opportunity for members of the public to get behind the scenes at the Queensferry Crossing.
“The tours will give people an unprecedented chance to see the bridge up close in areas normally inaccessible to the public, and to learn from the engineers who manage and maintain this iconic structure.
“Last year’s Forth Road Bridge Doors Open Day attracted over 12,000 applications, and we expect a similar level of demand for this event.
“Hopefully we can raise lots of money for a great cause in Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.”

BEAR Scotland, acting on behalf of Transport Scotland, is planning to carry out essential investigation works at M9 Junc...
03/07/2025

BEAR Scotland, acting on behalf of Transport Scotland, is planning to carry out essential investigation works at M9 Junction 1A eastbound. Please find the enclosed location and diversion route for clarity.

The works have been provisionally programmed to commence on Thursday 3rd of July 2025 for 2 nights between the hours of 20:30 and 06:00. To ensure the safety of the workforce and members of the travelling public the eastbound carriageway of the M9 will be closed at Junction 1A from 20:30 to 06:00 on the nights of Thursday 3 and Friday 4 July, for investigation work in advance of future resurfacing.

Access from the M90 southbound to M9 Junction 1 Newbridge Roundabout and Edinburgh Airport will be maintained via a single lane on the slip road.

A signed diversion route for eastbound traffic on the M9 will be in place via the M90 to turn at M90 Junction 1A Queensferry, returning south to re-join the M9 at Junction 1 Newbridge Roundabout. This will add approximately 8 miles and 10 minutes to affected journeys.

West Lothian Council Parks & Woodland team are running 3 mini pop-ups in West Lothian's Country Parks in July. Come alon...
02/07/2025

West Lothian Council Parks & Woodland team are running 3 mini pop-ups in West Lothian's Country Parks in July. Come along to learn more about the Country Parks, nature, and the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. There will be some activities available on each day, including bug hunts, pond dips and guided walks. Please see the poster for more details.

Beecraigs Country Park - 9th July, 11am-3pm
Almondell & Calderwood Country Park - 16th July, 11am-3pm
Polkemmet Country Park - 23rd July, 11am-4pm

Booking is essential for the Buglife session from 2-4pm at Polkemmet, but is not necessary for the rest of the activities listed. You can drop in at any point between the listed times for the other bug hunts and pond dips. To book on to the Buglife session, visit: https://www.buglife.org.uk/events/learn-about-pollinators-at-polkemmet-country-park/

02/07/2025

🚨 Make sure to find some time to come and visit us this weekend 🚨

We are a newly established charity put together by people who live in the local community and are passionate about ensuring that children and families in need in our community get the support that they deserve no matter the season.

We are opening a brand new charity shop near the heart of Whitburn this weekend. We look forward to seeing you all there🛍️

Please help us spread the word 📯

02/07/2025

We are thrilled to have helped Bathgate-based business Spring Solutions create high value jobs in the local area 🎉

Established in 2016, the award winning supply chain management expert specialises in the provision of hardware, chemicals, and consumables for the aerospace sector.

To support the growth of the Spring Solutions team, we provided funding through a Growth Assistance Project. This fund supports the development of West Lothian-based businesses by improving competitiveness and creating high-value jobs in a sustainable and inclusive way. With this funding, they were able to create 7 new jobs.

The management team also took part in our fully-funded CMI recognised Leadership Bootcamp, delivered by Jeff Lockhart from the St Andrews Management Centre, to ensure they were equipped to support the continued growth of the business.

It's been a pleasure to work with this exciting local firm!

To learn more about Spring Solutions and the support they have received, read the case study below ⬇️
https://www.investinwestlothian.com/news-events/case-studies/posts/2025/june/spring-solutions/

Police Scotland West Lothian are appealing for the public’s help as part of our efforts to trace Melissa Boulton reporte...
02/07/2025

Police Scotland West Lothian are appealing for the public’s help as part of our efforts to trace Melissa Boulton reported missing from Kirknewton.
Melissa Boulton was last seen in Kirknewton around 11.30hrs on 30th June 2025. The 15 year old has not been seen since and there are growing concerns for their welfare.
Melissa is described as white female, 5ft 9, medium build, with long dyed red hair. She may have a nose ring and was last seen wearing a black top with black Nike jogging bottoms.
Melissa also has links to Currie, Clermiston and Tranent where they might have travelled.
Anyone who may have seen Melissa since this time, or who has any information which could be relevant, is urged to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 0089 of 1st July 2025

The Link Group will be holding its annual free community fun day on Saturday 5 July 25 12 noon to 3.00 p.m. at Bathgate ...
02/07/2025

The Link Group will be holding its annual free community fun day on Saturday 5 July 25 12 noon to 3.00 p.m. at Bathgate FC, Creamery Road, Bathgate.

A fun day for all is in store with a DJ, party games, bouncy castles, a petting zoo, face painters, beat the goalie, community choir, art & crafts, planting tables, sensory tent, free food, drink, and numerous information stalls for everyone to enjoy!

Get into Summer! 🏀⚽️🥅⛳️🚴‍♂️🎨🎻The Get into Summer 2025 Programme is providing holiday activities over the school holidays...
02/07/2025

Get into Summer! 🏀⚽️🥅⛳️🚴‍♂️🎨🎻
The Get into Summer 2025 Programme is providing holiday activities over the school holidays.
Get into Summer offers a wide range of free activities for children, young people and families including: day trips, sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, team games, digital media, STEM, cookery and outdoor learning.
The programme is in collaboration with children, young people, families, partner providers and West Lothian Council and is funded by the council.
In addition, the council will make direct payments to the families of children and young people entitled to free school meals over the summer holiday period.
Check out what Summer activities are taking place in your area this summer: 👇

Get into Summer offers a wide range of free activities for children, young people and families including: day trips, sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, team games, digital media, STEM, cookery and outdoor learning.

Childminding Discovery Sessions - Programme for Scotland's Childminding Future (PSCF) 📣  Are you, or someone you know, i...
01/07/2025

Childminding Discovery Sessions - Programme for Scotland's Childminding Future (PSCF) 📣

Are you, or someone you know, interested in becoming a childminder? Why not attend one of the Scottish Childminding Association’s (SCMA) free online Discovery Sessions to find out how a career in childminding could work for you!

What will be covered?
⭐Information about the fantastic support package available, including one-to-one support from an SCMA Workforce Officer, free online training and a minimum £750 business start-up grant
⭐Ask SCMA’s knowledgeable and friendly team any questions you have
⭐Hear how a career in childminding has worked for people just like you

When and where?
⭐22nd July, 10am - 11am
⭐23rd July, 7pm - 8pm
⭐26th July, 10am - 11am

All three sessions will be hosted via Microsoft Teams and are completely free to attend! Head to SCMA’s Eventbrite page to select your preferred date and book a space.

Book here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/scottish-childminding-association-96039159913

Why become a childminder?
❤️Contribute to children's learning and wellbeing
❤️Earn while caring for your own family
❤️Be your own boss
❤️Provide a vital service for families in your community

Find out more www.childminding.org/getstarted

01/07/2025
The 1975 @ Falla Hill (no, not the ones you saw at Glastonbury) A group of former pupils from the first P7 class to go t...
01/07/2025

The 1975 @ Falla Hill (no, not the ones you saw at Glastonbury)

A group of former pupils from the first P7 class to go to Falla Hill Primary School in 1975 recently visited the school to reminisce on their school days.

Falla Hill Primary welcomed nine visitors from the class of 75 from as close as across the road from the school and as far away as Vietnam!

They spoke at length with P4 and P5 pupils who asked them a huge array of questions about what school and life was like in 1975. These classes will take this information and use it to help plan their learning next term.

Every visitor shared something of their experiences with the classes.

One of the former pupils was Mr Haggerty, who is a Headteacher himself. He delighted P5 with his vivid description of his time at school with pupils especially interested in the old fashioned way that discipline was handed out during that era via ‘The Belt’ (apologies if that brings back any painful memories for some!)

Mrs Cunningham (a current grandparent) was another member of the class of 75 to visit the school. She holds the proud distinction of designed the school logo, that is still used this very day!
She gave her group lots of detail about Harthill Road and the surrounding area.

Once the children had left the visitors were given a tour of the old classrooms.

A huge thanks to everyone who took part and provided such wonderful insights for pupils

The council's Trading Standards Team were involved in joint raids with officers from Police Scotland yesterday with Illi...
01/07/2025

The council's Trading Standards Team were involved in joint raids with officers from Police Scotland yesterday with Illicit to***co being seized from two premises in Broxburn and Bathgate.

A total of 11,560 ci******es and 14 pouches of rolling to***co were removed from sale. A vehicle involved was also recovered.

These articles were not for sale in the UK market and UK duty had not been paid on them. They also fail to display the mandatory health warnings required by law.

Illicit to***co harms our communities and legitimate business face unfair competition being undercut by products aimed at non-UK markets.

A West Lothian Council spokesperson said: Members of the public who have any concerns around potentially illegal items being sold in their area should please report these directly to Trading Standards. You can so by filling out an online form on the West Lothian Council website or by calling the West Lothian Council Customer Service Centre on 01506 280000.”

To report issues to Trading Standards, see the link in the comment section below:

Address

West Lothian Civic Centre
Livingston
EH546FF

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when West Lothian Council posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to West Lothian Council:

Share