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1 day ago · Councillors who led the fight to ban the use of a toxic weedkiller in Midlothian have now backed plans for it to be used more across the county. The local authority introduced a ban on the use of glyphosate in 2019 after SNP Councillor Colin Cassidy brought a motion against it – and when officers ...

12 hours ago · Hundreds of vulnerable Midlothian residents will have to pay for access to sports centres after the council scrapped free sessions. Carers have reacted with anger after the local authority decided to introduce a charge for people who have previously been able to access its sports and leisure ...

2 days ago · Murray Aiken Rose (left) on ball with Bradley Whyte Spartans. Photograph by Joe Gilhooley LRPS. Match report by Michelle Reid, of Bonnyrigg Rose FC. Bonnyrigg Rose were on the road as they made the short trip north to Ainslie …

Feb 1, 2025 · Bonnyrigg Road is one of 850 roads in Midlothian where the speed limit could be reduced to 20mph. Written by Midlothian View editor Phil Bowen and Local Democracy Reporter, Marie Sharp

Midlothian View. The Midlothian View is a news website that covers local news, events, and community happenings in Midlothian, Scotland. With a team of dedicated journalists, the website provides in-depth coverage of the county, keeping residents informed about …

Feb 26, 2025 · The Midlothian Council chamber. Written by Local Democracy Reporter, Marie Sharp. Midlothian councillors yesterday agreed a 56% pay increase for senior colleagues in just 45 seconds – moments before confirming council tax rises for residents.

Feb 25, 2025 · Midlothian Council became the latest Scottish local authority to introduce a 10% council tax rise today as its leader said people would pay more but the council was ‘delivering more’. Councillor Kelly Parry welcomed additional funding from both the UK and Scottish Governments for services in ...

Feb 19, 2025 · Local efforts this year are focused on raising awareness of self-harm, with EMPCC hosting a free online learning event for staff and volunteers on February 20 covering the latest research on self-harm, and offering professional guidance on preventing and managing the risk of …

Midlothian councillors are being asked to approve the use of a toxic weedkiller three months earlier than usual this year because of climate change. Council officers say allowing them to start spot treatment with glyphosate in March instead of June will save them nearly £18,000 by …