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We're seeking views on potential new ways in which buildings could be used to deliver face-to-face services. Thanks to everyone who has attended a drop-in event or completed the questionnaire, which there is still time to complete. Find out more: orlo.uk/e5kBK

Planning fees for health-related developments in the county have been halved following a Council meeting on Tuesday, 24 June. Elected members approved the 50 per cent decrease in a move aimed at helping to improve the health of residents. More info: orlo.uk/clwj9

Households are reminded that the deadline to register for a 2025/2026 garden waste permit is next Friday (4 July) at 3pm. Applications can be made using a myeastlothian account on the council’s website with a permit costing £35. There will be no second sign-up window this year.

Rainfall in the last week has been focused in the west and north of Scotland, bringing some improvement in river flows. The Northwest Highlands and Orkney have recovered to Normal Conditions and the Naver area has recovered to Early Warning. The localised recovery across

There is still time to take part in a consultation to inform future plans for public parks, open spaces and greenspaces across the county as we update the East Lothian Open Space Strategy for 2025. The consultation runs until Wed, 16 July. More info: orlo.uk/U5NqY

Concrete demolition will start on Monday 30 June for 20 weeks at the old coal store site, Cockenzie. Local residents may be affected by noise but strict time limits are in place, avoiding early morning starts. orlo.uk/leUvJ

Concrete demolition will start on Monday 30 June for 20 weeks at the old coal store site, Cockenzie. Local residents may be affected by noise but strict time limits are in place, avoiding early morning starts. orlo.uk/43IW6

Only five days remain to register for a 25/26 garden waste collection permit costing £35 with no second sign-up window available. The deadline is 3pm on Friday, 4 July. Applications can be made using a myeastlothian account on our website. More info: eastlothian.gov.uk/news/article/1….

A closing date of Tues, July 8 at 1pm set for a ground floor retail premises available for lease within the Civic Square complex in Tranent. The property comprises a main front room, rear room, kitchen area and W.C. Offers over £4200 pa invited. More info: orlo.uk/55kKy

A public consultation is taking place on new and amended Traffic Regulation Orders proposed for Musselburgh, to facilitate the Musselburgh Active Toun project which aims to create safer and more attractive routes for walking, wheeling and cycling orlo.uk/zwQ3z

With just three days left to sign up for a 2025/2025 garden waste collection permit, residents are reminded to register before the deadline at 3pm on Friday, 4 July. Applications can be made using a myeastlothian account on our website. More info: eastlothian.gov.uk/news/article/1….

Two new primary schools have officially been handed over to East Lothian Council. Hub South East delivered the new schools at Blindwells and Craighall with main contractor Balfour Beatty leading the project. Read the full story: orlo.uk/G0ta0

Households have until tomorrow (Fri, 4 July) to register for a 2025/2026 garden waste collection permit. The deadline is 3pm and there will be no second sign-up window. Applications can be made using a myeastlothian account on our website. More info: eastlothian.gov.uk/news/article/1….

Many of East Lothian Council’s services are performing well. But there are challenges ahead as a result of rising younger and older populations, a budget gap, and the need to increase the pace of change. The Accounts Commission’s new report: bit.ly/East_Lothian_C… 1/4

A new report published by the Accounts Commission highlights the importance of financial sustainability remaining a priority for the council in the context of increased demand for services. Find out more about the report, its findings and recommendations: orlo.uk/9jbrN

As a precautionary measure, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have issued advice against bathing at Dunbar East Bathing Water. This is due to potential impact on water quality. Further information: orlo.uk/Cmj6p

We have issued advice against bathing at Dunbar East Bathing Water. A routine sample showed a high level of bacteria. We also received a report from a member of the public about possible sewage near the site. This was reported to Scottish Water. As a precaution, we have updated

Residents have until 3pm today (Friday, 4 July) to register for a 2025/2026 garden waste collection permit with no second sign-up window available. Applications can be made using a myeastlothian account on our website with a permit costing £35. More info: eastlothian.gov.uk/news/article/1….

Scottish Gas Networks (SGN) confirm essential upgrades on the gas network on the A199 in Haddington will begin on Tuesday, 15 July. Some traffic management and a diversion will be in place. More details: orlo.uk/Nozti

The Genesis Scottish Open golf tournament returns to The Renaissance Club with thousands of visitors expected to attend from 9-13 July. We have been working with DP World Tour and PoliceScot on a Transport Management Plan to help minimise the impact on residents: orlo.uk/v94Rv