East Lothian Council - news and information @ELCouncil
We use this account to share service updates, news and information. Please use contact details on our website for enquiries and reporting issues. eastlothian.gov.uk/contact East Lothian, Scotland Joined November 2010-
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The footbridge at Riverside Drive, Haddington, has been closed temporarily for safety reasons. Our team identified issues with the walkway today (Wed, 3 June) which required the closure. It is estimated the repairs will take around a month to complete, depending on the weather.
Some of the proud team behind the Preston Tower project are pictured with the award from the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS). Preston Tower was named as one of their 10 outstanding buildings in this year's awards. orlo.uk/A0FCp
Planning committee decisions this month were approval of a temporary park and ride in Dunbar and a new house in garden ground in Prestonpans orlo.uk/xd176
A closing date of Fri, 19 June at 1pm has been set for an area of land for sale at Moir Place, Musselburgh. Offers over £95,000 are invited for the site formally occupied by Levenhall Nursery School. For further info, or to request an offer pack, email [email protected]
A reminder that you can register now for our 2026/2027 garden waste collection service. Applications for permits costing £40 can be made using a myeastlothian account on our website until the sign-up window closes at 4pm on Monday, 6 July. Please visit orlo.uk/xUHGe
WATCH: A message from Councillor Colin McGinn, Cabinet Spokesperson for Community Wellbeing, to mark Volunteers' Week 2026.
The latest issue of Homefront, our newsletter for East Lothian Council tenants, is now available on our website. You can read about everything from our modernisation and new build programmes to tips on waste & recycling and support with the cost of living. orlo.uk/qDmU4
Get your FREE ticket for the Young Carers Film Premiere and find out from our brilliant young carers about their lives and what we can all do to support them. 11 June 4.30pm to 5.30pm Fraser Centre Cinema, Tranent. Find out more and reserve your ticket: orlo.uk/aVIey
A reminder that we will begin enforcing measures to improve parking management in North Berwick town centre from Monday, 1 June. The measures include the introduction of waiting restrictions, parking charges, and a permit system. More info: orlo.uk/kzZ62
There is a very high risk of wildfires in Eastern Scotland from Friday, 29 May to Monday, 1 June. Taking simple steps can help reduce the risk and prevent severe damage. Learn more - ow.ly/r2Iy50Z4BTA #NoHarmlessFires
As a precautionary measure, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have issued advice against bathing at Dunbar East Beach. This follows the result of a water quality sample.
Our Trading Standards officers conducted visits to shops across the county as part of a crackdown on illicit tobacco. We will continue to mount such visits to premises under Operation CECE, a UK-wide operation between Trading Standards and HMRC. More info: orlo.uk/MW0A0
If you have children, make sure you’re getting all the help you’re entitled to. Social Security Scotland provide a range of financial support for children and families, including costs during pregnancy, for babies, pre-school and school age children. orlo.uk/JYgtT
A closing date of Mon, 15 June at 1pm has been set for a retail/office space at 1 High Street, Haddington, available for lease. On the market on ‘easy in easy out’ terms, offers over £12,000 per annum are invited. Please email [email protected] to request an offer pack.
New national rules have been introduced by the Scottish Government which require burial authorities to carry out safety inspections of headstones within cemeteries. Find out more about this work in East Lothian: orlo.uk/PnALm
The gents public toilets in Ayres Wynd, Prestonpans, are currently closed due to vandalism. The facility will remain closed until essential repair work is completed. We would encourage anyone with information on the vandalism to contact Police Scotland.
If you're struggling with the increasing cost of living, you're not alone and we are here to help. Have a look at our updated guide for advice on maximising your income, claiming all the support you're entitled to, and many sources of help and support. orlo.uk/zn3uH
A reminder that the Edinburgh Marathon takes place tomorrow (Sun, 24 May). The route includes Musselburgh, Prestonpans, Cockenzie & Port Seton, and Longniddry. Temporary parking restrictions/road closures will be in effect. More info on marathon website: orlo.uk/zDy1C
Get your FREE ticket for the Young Carers Film Premiere and find out from our brilliant young carers about their lives and what we can all do to support them. 11 June 4.30pm to 5.30pm Fraser Centre Cinema, Tranent. Find out more and reserve your ticket: orlo.uk/AW8mS
Are you a Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer looking for a new opportunity? We’re looking to recruit two experienced Surveyors to assist our Team Manager for Estates and the wider Estates Team. Interested? Please visit orlo.uk/LeWrs
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TUS Archive & Special... @TUS_ArchiveMD
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456 Followers 151 Following Follow the main school account @knoxacademy. #alwaysachieving #thisismeadowpark
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Nicola McDowell @NicolaMcDowell9
802 Followers 642 Following Head of Education East Lothian Council. All views my own. Retweets are not endorsements.










