All the latest news from West Lothian Council sitecontent/news/latest/ en-us West Lothian Council Mon Mar 15 19:03:08 GMT 2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/balbardiehmie Inspectors have heaped praise on a West Lothian primary school after a recent inspection. 11-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/elctionbriefing In anticipation of a General Election being called for 6 May 2010, a briefing is being held for prospective candidates and election agents. 11-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/prisoncommitee Addiewell Prison Visiting Committee is on the look out for new members. 11-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/SportsAwards2010 Sporting achievement recognised in West Lothian. 08-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/semifinal ADMISSION IS FREE 08-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/jobhelp Executive councillor for development and transport, Martyn Day, said: "We know this is an extremely challenging time for many residents in West Lothian. 03-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/roadclosed Road to close this summer 03-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/SOCITM The Society of IT Managers (SOCITM) has awarded West Lothian Council's website: www.westlothian.gov.uk three stars in its Better Connected survey 2010. 02-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/bathgatetown Details on the improvements heading into Bathgate have been announced. 01-03-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/newbulletin The spring edition of West Lothian Council's own free newspaper is now being distributed to more than 76,000 homes and businesses locally. 26-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/deanssouth 24-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/BurghHalls 24-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/snowfeb A fresh band of snow has hit West Lothian. Advice for householders whose bin collections are disrupted by the weather. 24-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/toughchoices The debate has been opened on contingency plans the council has for delivering services while managing what could be a funding gap of £45 million during the three-year period 2011 to 2014. 23-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/goodadvice West Lothian Council's Advice Shop offers help for local parents and children, as they strive towards the Scottish Government's commitment of eliminating child poverty by 2020. 17-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/linlithgowtown Significant improvements to Linlithgow have been given the green light. 17-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/longridge An ambitious investment programme of almost £1.4 million has started at Longridge Primary School and community facilities. 16-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/voting1 Expert voter awareness staff will be on hand at Almondvale Shopping Centre between 22 and 26 February to help explain the process of registering and voting in the next election. Advisers will be available between 11am and 4pm. 11-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/craigshill Residents of Craigshill - past and present, young and old – are being invited to a Celebrate Craigshill event on Saturday 20 February from 10am to 3.30pm, at Riverside Primary School. 11-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/communitygrants Cash for worthwhile community projects could be just a few clicks away. 09-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/beecraigsloch Beecraigs Loch re-opens 09-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/whitburnroadsafety Whitburn to benefit from road safety improvements near new developments. 09-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Hermandbirchwood Long term future of Hermand Birchwood agreed 09-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/voting If you moved home recently or you are approaching your 18th birthday you need to check that you are registered to vote in the General Election.As a UK Parliamentary election. 02-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/accident Casualty reduction programme 2007/08 demonstrates positive results. 02-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/haitiappeal Council backs Herald & Post charity appeal for Haiti 01-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Inveralmond Pupils and staff at Inveralmond Community High School (CHS) are celebrating the completion of their fantastic £20 million refurbishment and extension. 01-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Homegrowth New figures show a rise in the number of new homes being constructed in West Lothian. 01-02-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/fuelpoverty New drive to help those in need paying for fuel bills. 29-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Businessgateway According to the latest figures issued by Business Gateway West Lothian. the rate of new business formation has not been slowed down by the recession. 28-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Housingbudget West Lothian Council has approved a new £41.3 million housing budget at a meeting of West Lothian Council on 26 January. 26-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/lovefood Householders in West Lothian can now go digital to reduce food waste thanks to the launch of the first ever iPhone 'app' which offers tips on how to make the most of the food they buy. 26-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Counciltax A council tax freeze has been approved for West Lothian. This is the third successive year that the council tax has been frozen. 26-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Businessworkshops West Lothian businesses are being offered a helping hand to stay competitive through the economic downturn. 25-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Schoolconsultationstandards New formal school consultation process adopted 22-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/disabilitylearningresourcecentre New learning disability resource centre in the pipeline 22-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/litter West Lothian residents are being asked to take their litter home and clean up after their pets. 22-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Carbon1 The Carbon Trust is offering West Lothian businesses free help in low-carbon, energy-saving practices that should result in a cleaner, greener performance for companies both big and small. 20-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/binupdates Residents are advised that bin collections are now back on track and to continue to follow the guidance provided. 20-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/antisocial Prevention, early intervention, enforcement and rehabilitation are the key factors in the new anti-social behaviour strategy. 19-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/businessconnections Innovative West Lothian firms with ambitious expansion plans are the focus of the first edition of Business Connections in 2010. 17-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Fauldhouse Fauldhouse Community Development Trust has received £49,187 for the Fauldhouse Climate Challenge. 17-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Blackice Beware of black ice - slow down 13-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Wintermaintenance West Lothian Council is predicting a massive overspend on its winter budget which is predicted to be almost £3.2 million 13-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/frozenlakes Fun seekers warned about dangers of frozen water 07-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/snow The respite in snow fall has allowed more residential areas and routes to schools to be cleared. 07-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/gritlevels The amount of grit West Lothian Council has in stock is now being conserved for use on primary routes. 07-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/grit6 Update on roads/weather for 6 January 2010 06-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/snowupdate All hands on deck for West Lothian gritters 05-01-2010 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/NewYear Congratulations to West Lothian's New Year's Honours recipients. 31-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/broxburnfire For safety reasons part of the former Broxburn Primary School will be demolished. 30-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/roadweather Hugh efforts are being made to keep West Lothian's roads clear with gritting continuing round-the-clock. 28-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/StKents The £19 million refurbishment and extension at Saint Kentigern’s Academy, Blackburn was opened by Cardinal Keith O’Brien on 16 December, with the unveiling of a plaque. And a visit by former pupil Susan Boyle. 17-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/fakegoodsseized £1million pounds of fake designer label goods seized. 11-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/albashortlist Alba Innovation Challenge shortlist revealed 11-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/alphaplus Livingston firm scoops prestigious contract 11-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/CYW2009 Showcase for young people who make a positive contribution in West Lothian recognised. 09-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/lindsayHouse One of Bathgate's landmark buildings started the final stage in its life as contractors moved in to strip out Lindsay House. 07-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/VAW Violence against women (VAW) was the focus of a high-profile conference In West Lothian. 03-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Businesswatch The first 'Business Watch' of its kind in West Lothian has been launched at Whitehill Industrial Estate, Blackburn. 02-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Drugs Police in West Lothian spent the weekend targeting drug users in clubs in Livingston as part of Operation Focus. 02-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/BBB09 School pupils and business people mix for a special breakfast 02-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Consumers Know your rights before you start your Christmas shopping. 02-12-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/beecraigstrees Volunteers wanted for record tree planting event 30-11-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Stellar West Lothian's young people shone at the prestigious 2009 Stellar Awards ceremony. 26-11-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Opening West Lothian Civic Centre Seamless public services which are designed to benefit customers and create efficiencies. 25-11-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/Operationfocus Known criminals are being targeted in the latest phase of Operation Focus in West Lothian. Building on the success of the operation at the end of April this year, police are once again leading the multi-agency initiative sending out the message that criminals are not welcome in West Lothian. 24-11-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/binadvice Turning up the heat on bin thefts 15-10-2009 http://www.westlothian.gov.uk/sitecontent/news/latest/efqmaward West Lothian Council has been awarded a landmark accolade in recognition of its dedication to improving services. 15-10-2009