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Risk of legal action leads to West Lothian Council scrapping hire of minibuses to charities

Council bosses say continuing to offer a minibus hire service would risk legal action against the council in the event of an accident.

Daily Record

Severe flooding after torrential rain closes busy West Lothian road again as locals say it's 'not fit for purpose'

West Lothian Council road operations staff are at the scene but warn the road could be closed for some time

Daily Record

Plans unveiled for new sports facility in Livingston

Murieston Tennis and Sports Club (MTSC) are aiming to create a community hub

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Parents say they were 'left in the dark' after school suddenly closed over roof fears

West Lothian Councils stressed it contacted parents as soon as possible over closure of Knightsridge Primary

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West Lothian pub to scrap 'controversial' name after Greene King gets permission to change

Greene King was forced to seek help from the government after a decision to rename the pub was previously deferred by West Lothian Council.

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More than 100 Ukrainian refugees housed in two West Lothian hotels

West Lothian Council says the challenge is finding suitable accommodation, or hosts for large families and single men.

Edinburgh Live

Iconic park is skating close to historic status

Since being built in 1981, Livingston Skate Park has become one of the largest in the world and attracted skating superstars including Tony Hawke

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West Lothian residents urged to have a say on almost £50m cuts to services

West Lothian Council faces taking almost £50 million of its spending, with education likely taking the biggest hit. Local residents have until 20 November to respond to consultation

Edinburgh Live

Changes to school day and other cuts on the table to balance budget

People are being urged to share their views before it's too late

Daily Record

Appeal for donations of 'festive essentials' to help people struggling with cost of living

West Lothian Council has launched its annual Festive Essentials campaign in partnership with West Lothian Foodbank

Daily Record

Watch as West Lothian ghost estate demolished - 18 years after homes condemned

After and 18 year campaign for a new house Kerry Mackintosh watched her Deans South home torn down as Springfield properties mark the new phase of their redevelopment of the area

Edinburgh Live

People urged to report illegal sales of firework in run-up to Bonfire Night

People are also being urged to only attend organised events

Daily Record

Council bosses could clamp down on use of kettles and toasters to tackle soaring energy bills

The local authority says its fuel bill is expected to rise by an eye-watering £12million

Daily Record

New bus service will make sure nobody is cut off during festive period

The service will ensure there are buses to St John's Hospital at Christmas and New Year

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West Lothian could cut kettle and microwave use over £2.6m energy bill hike

Even kettle and microwave use could be cut in council buildings as part of drive to trim surging energy bill

Daily Record

Villagers in bid to 'reclaim' land earmarked for housing to help locals through cost of living crisis

Polbeth Community Council says the land was gifted to the village by the granddaughter of James Paraffin Young

Edinburgh Live

Festive bus service in West Lothian to ensure people can reach vital services

West Lothian council's Executive agreed contracts worth almost £47,000 with local bus firms to ensure services on Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian by-election nomination list opens after death of Labour councillor

The Broxburn poll will take place on Thursday December 1, Nominations for the by-election caused by the death of Labour's Ann Davidson are now open

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West Lothian cops issue stern warning to off-road bikers

The problem is an issue around West Lothian but illegal bikers are also destroying the area's historic shale bings

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian police target off-road bikers using 'protected monument' site

Police were patrol at the weekend as part of a county-wide crackdown on illegal use of off-road bikes on the streets as well as Greendykes bing, a protected monument.

Daily Record

Historic burgh halls become hub for local community

The brand new Whitburn Partnership Centre opens on Monday

Edinburgh Live

Petition to save West Lothian greenbelt from housing developments launched

As the Scottish Government backs housing plans for Bathgate angry locals flock to sign petition calling for protection of ancient woodlands and wildlife on the western fringe of the town

Daily Record

West Lothian man 'prisoner in own home' as vandals cause havoc in stairwell

Resident refuses to let his own kids visit as he fears for their safety

Daily Record

Terrified resident scared to leave his own home as gang of youths wreak havoc in Scots flat block

The building in Whitburn, West Lothian has allegedly attracted all sorts of crime, with door handles snapped off and the front door "kicked in".

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian man 'prisoner in own home' as youths cause havoc in stairwell

The building, on Whitedalehead Road, Whitburn, has reportedly become a den for all sorts of crime including drug dealing, antisocial behaviour and wilful fire-raising, with door handles snapped off and the front door "kicked in"

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