Development & transport

West Lothian's strategic role as an economic hub for science, technology and higher-value industries has been highlighted through the launch of a new dedicated online, place- marketing portal.

Approval has been given for two new subsidised bus service extensions in West Lothian.

Bus operator McGill's are proposing to make significant changes to their Eastern Scottish bus network in West Lothian from Monday 8 May.

Discussions on a long-term strategy for parking in West Lothian are set to take place.

A new maximum fare table for taxis and metered private hire cars in West Lothian has come into effect.

West Lothian Council is aiming to support investment in Whitburn through land sales worth over £1 million.

Plans to spend £2.615 million to help those hit hardest by the pandemic have been approved.

The Broxburn and Uphall Town Service bus will continue until April 2023 following a successful pilot.

West Lothian Council has expressed its disappointment that hurdles have been placed in the way of delivering a new rail way station in Winchburgh.

Approval has been given for 12 new or upgraded pedestrian crossings across West Lothian.