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  • Countryside and Coast - Supplementary Planning Guidance - East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018

    The East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 (LDP) is the development strategy for the future development of East Lothian to 2024 and beyond. It sets out where new development should and should not occur, including new housing, education, economic and retail development, new transport links, and other infrastructure as well as the detailed policies used to determine planning applications. This plan has now been adopted, and the policies within it are now set. This consultation is on the... More
    Opened 5 July 2019

  • East Lothian Council, Various Streets, Haddington, Prohibition & Restriction on Waiting, Loading & Unloading, etc, Variation Order No:2

    East Lothian Council gives notice of its intention to introduce & change waiting restrictions at various locations in Haddington to control indiscriminate parking. Further details, including how to submit any objections you may have, are available at the Tellme Scotland website below. More
    Opened 21 June 2019

  • Road Traffic Orders - June / July 2019

    East Lothian Council gives notice of its intention to make the following Road Safety Orders: Introduction of 30mph speed restriction on C110 and C111 West Fenton Roads Introduction of 40mph speed restriction on C110 West Fenton Road Further details, including how to submit any objections you may have, are available at the Tellme Scotland website below. More
    Opened 17 June 2019

  • Draft East Lothian Mental Health and Wellbeing Action Plan for Children and Young People

    East Lothian Council Education service is looking for feedback on the Draft East Lothian Mental Health and Wellbeing Action Plan for Children and Young People. The draft plan can be found in the Related section below. More
    Opened 11 June 2019

  • Draft East Lothian Climate Change Strategy

    East Lothian Council has developed a Draft East Lothian Climate Change Strategy 2019–2024 for consultation, setting out how we will continue to reduce carbon emissions that cause global warming, adapt to changes in our climate, and improve sustainability. We would like to hear your views on our proposals for how the Council, and the wider East Lothian community, including local communities, businesses, organisations and individuals, can tackle climate change. In... More
    Opened 27 May 2019

  • Voids Policy Review 2019

    A Review of the Council’s Void policy has been taking place. We use the term ‘void’ to describe a property where a tenant has moved out and the property is having the necessary repairs/checks completed before a new tenant can move in. East Lothian has a high demand for housing with 3400 applicants on the council’s housing list and it is important that we reduce the time that void properties are empty and allow people to move in as soon as possible. More
    Opened 15 May 2019

  • Scottish Fire & Rescue Service Draft Strategic Plan

    The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service has launched a new draft Strategic Plan for public consultation. The Plan marks an important stage in the development of the Service and will shape our forward direction for the next three year period. You can view the draft Plan and respond to the consultation by following the link below. More
    Opened 13 May 2019

  • Links Worker Survey for patients at Inveresk, Prestonpans, Riverside and Tranent medical practices

    Are you a patient at Inveresk, Prestonpans, Riverside or Tranent Medical Practices? Have you used the Community Links Worker Service? You can find out more about Community Links workers at http://strive.me.uk/wellbeing/community-links/ More
    Opened 30 April 2019

  • Practice Professionals Links Worker Survey

    Are you a member of staff at Inveresk, Prestonpans, Riverside or Tranent Medical Practices? Have you referred people to the Community Links Worker Service? You can find out more about Community Links workers at http://strive.me.uk/wellbeing/community-links/ More
    Opened 30 April 2019

  • East Lothian Access Study – ‘ Case for Change’ - Scottish Transport Appraisal Guidance

    East Lothian Council has appointed Peter Brett Associates (PBA) to examine transport links to and from East Lothian, predominantly looking at the corridor through the west of the county broadly following the A1 and East Coast Main Line. It is here where the majority of journeys converge on the transport network. This work is being carried out to provide an evidence base to promote a step change in connectivity for the area. It will consider building on the interventions set... More
    Opened 15 April 2019

  • East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 Proposed Supplementary Planning Guidance - Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)

    The East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 (ELLDP) comprises a development strategy for the future development of East Lothian to 2024 and beyond, a detailed policy framework for guiding development, and proposals maps. It sets out where new development should and should not occur, including new housing, education, economic and retail development, new transport links, and other infrastructure. It sets out the detailed policies used to determine planning applications. Supplementary... More
    Opened 8 March 2019

  • School Name Consultation - Prestonpans Infant & Nursery School and Prestonpans Primary School

    School Name Consultation – Prestonpans Infant & Nursery School and Prestonpans Primary School Following the consultation that was undertaken in Autumn 2018 to close Prestonpans Infant & Nursery School and Prestonpans Primary School and establish a new primary school structure and its associated catchment area for Prestonpans, East Lothian Council are now seeking suggestions for a new school name. School Name Possibilities A school name can be based on... More
    Opened 22 February 2019

  • Cross-boundary Green Network Areas - Strategic Framework for Edinburgh & East and Edinburgh & West

    The proposed Strategic Development Plan (SDP2) contains a commitment to prepare strategic frameworks for two cross-boundary Green Network Priority Areas and to adopt them as Supplementary Guidance to the Plan. The Reporter recommended no modification to this part of the Plan. The Strategic Framework for the Edinburgh & East and Edinburgh & West Cross-boundary Green Network Areas has now been published for consultation. SESPlan are inviting comments, known as representations,... More
    Opened 12 February 2019

  • Improving sharps disposal for patients in the community (for patients who self-administer medication)

    NHS Lothian is aware that patients who self-administer medications at home can experience difficulties in disposing of needles and other clinical waste (known as “sharps”). We know that the ability to self-administer medications makes a huge difference to people and prevents thousands of unnecessary trips to hospitals. We also know that patients dispose of their “sharps” in different ways and that patients are getting different advice from different parts of the NHS. Some... More
    Opened 10 January 2019

  • East Lothian Licensing Board Gambling Policy 2019-2022

    East Lothian Licensing Board is responsible for licensing local gambling establishments and for producing a Gambling Policy for East Lothian. The Gambling Act 2005 requires the Board to revise, consult on, and republish its Gambling Policy at least every three years. The current policy comes to an end on 31 January 2019. You can view a draft of the new Gambling Policy (2019-2022) under 'Related' below and share any feedback you have by completing our online survey below. Once the... More
    Opened 12 December 2018

  • The East Lothian Carers' Strategy

    The East Lothian Carers' Strategy is about making sure there is a clear understanding of what being a carer means and that carers get the information, advice and support they need, when they need it. It looks at the role that communities, schools, community services, health & social care services, third and independent sectors and employers should play in supporting carers. Carers can be any age frome really young children to much older people. Carers care for parents, partners, brothers... More
    Opened 10 December 2018

  • East Lothian Council Public Budget Consultation 2019-20

    Transforming your Council In recent years, East Lothian Council has sought to protect the vital public services which residents rely on. This has included action to help children achieve their potential, supporting older and vulnerable people, protecting the environment, investing in local facilities and working to build the East Lothian economy. The Council has been on a prolonged journey of change and has reduced costs by more than £27 million over the last... More
    Opened 4 December 2018

  • BBC Public Consultation on Age-Related TV License Policy

    The BBC are consulting on what they should do from 2020 about free TV licenses for people over 75. You can find out more, including how to share your views, by following the link below. More
    Opened 20 November 2018

  • East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 Proposed Supplementary Guidance - Town Centre Strategies

    The East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 (ELLDP) has been adopted by the Council and replaces the East Lothian Local Plan 2008 with regards all planning matters in the area. The ELLDP 2018 comprises a development strategy for the future development of East Lothian to 2024 and beyond, a detailed policy framework for guiding development, and proposals maps. It sets out where new development should and should not occur, including new housing, education, economic and retail... More
    Opened 9 November 2018

  • East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 Proposed Supplementary Planning Guidance - Design Standards for New Housing Areas

    The East Lothian Local Development Plan 2018 (ELLDP) has been adopted by the Council and replaces the East Lothian Local Plan 2008 with regards all planning matters in the area. The ELLDP 2018 comprises a development strategy for the future development of East Lothian to 2024 and beyond, a detailed policy framework for guiding development, and proposals maps. It sets out where new development should and should not occur, including new housing, education, economic and retail development, new... More
    Opened 9 November 2018

  • Rent Consultation 2019-2020

    Every year East Lothian Council consults with tenants, tenants' and residents' groups, and East Lothian Tenants and Residents Panel (ELTRP) on our proposals to increase rents. The council is considering a rent increase of 5%, this is our best estimate of what it will take to maintain existing services, continue with our investment in the development of new council homes, and maintain and improve our existing housing stock. You can find details of how rent money is currently spent in... More
    Opened 5 November 2018

  • Housing Allocations Policy Review 2018

    All social landlords must comply with the Scottish Government’s legislation, the Housing (Scotland) Act 2014, when allocating their housing stock and managing their housing lists. This has meant that since the 2014 Act was introduced, the Council have been working alongside East Lothian Tenants & Residents Panel and other stakeholders to review our current Housing Allocations Policy. Proposals include changes to overcrowding points, taking home ownership into consideration,... More
    Opened 1 November 2018

  • Common School Day Feasibility Consultation

    East Lothian Council is committed to reducing the poverty related attainment gap, raising the attainment and achievement of our children and young people and improve inclusion, wellbeing and equality. In order to support the delivery of this commitment, at the Council’s Cabinet meeting, 12 June 2018, approval was given to undertake a feasibility study in relation to the Educational Benefits arising from a common secondary school day. As a result East Lothian Council Education... More
    Opened 23 October 2018

  • Draft British Sign Language Plan for East Lothian Council

    East Lothian Council has prepared a British Sign Language (BSL) Plan in response to the British Sign Language Act 2015. We are interested to gather the views of the Deaf / Deaf Blind East Lothian population on its content. The consultation period runs from 10 October until the 9th of November. A print version of the draft plan is also available under 'Related' below. More
    Opened 10 October 2018

  • Statutory Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places 2018

    In accordance with The Electoral Registration and Administration Act 2013, East Lothian Council is conducting a review of polling districts and polling places with regard to UK Parliamentary Elections. The Returning Officer will make comment on proposed polling districts and polling places, with the existing arrangements forming the basis for this consultation. Electors within East Lothian County Constituency, which encompasses the whole of East Lothian Local Government Area, are... More
    Opened 1 October 2018

  • Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategy

    East Lothian Council is developing a Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategy and Action Plan for East Lothian, for the period 2019–2024. We would like to hear your views on what this should include. Scotland has world-leading climate change legislation, with ambitious targets to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that cause global warming. As a public body, East Lothian Council is expected to lead by example in reducing carbon emissions and acting... More
    Opened 24 September 2018

  • Climate Change Consultation Events

    East Lothian Council is developing a Climate Change Strategy, which will set out a coordinated approach and action plan to contribute to a reduction in the carbon emissions which cause global warming, raise awareness of climate change challenges and opportunities in East Lothian, and prepare for the future effects of climate change. We would like to hear your views on what the Council and the wider East Lothian community, including local organisations, businesses and individuals,... More
    Opened 18 September 2018

  • East Lothian Council, (Various Roads – Cockenzie and Port Seton), (Prohibition & Restriction on Waiting, Loading & Unloading, etc), Variation Order No:1

    East Lothian Council gives notice that it intends to make an Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) and (2), 3 and Part III of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to change enforceable waiting restrictions in Various Roads, Cockenzie and Port Seton. A copy of the proposed Order, Schedule, plan showing the extent of the restrictions and the statement of reasons for making the Order are attached below but can also be viewed at Main Reception, John Muir House, Haddington. They are... More
    Opened 14 September 2018

  • THE EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL, (VARIOUS ROADS – LONGNIDDRY), (PROHIBITION & RESTRICTION ON WAITING, LOADING & UNLOADING ETC), CONSOLIDATION VARIATION ORDER NO: 1

    East Lothian Council gives notice that it intends to make an Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) and (2), 3 and Part III of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to change enforceable waiting restrictions in Various Roads, Longniddry. A copy of the proposed Order, Schedule, plan showing the extent of the restrictions and the statement of reasons for making the Order are attached below but can also be viewed at Main Reception, John Muir House, Haddington, however they are also... More
    Opened 14 September 2018

  • THE EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL, (VARIOUS ROADS – EAST LINTON),(PROHIBITION & RESTRICTION ON WAITING, LOADING & UNLOADING ETC), VARIATION ORDER No: 1

    East Lothian Council gives notice that it intends to make an Order under Sections 1(1), 2(1) and (2), 3 and Part III of Schedule 9 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to change enforceable waiting restrictions in Various Roads, East Linton. A copy of the proposed Order, Schedule, plan showing the extent of the restrictions and the statement of reasons for making the Order are attached below but can also be viewed at Main Reception, John Muir House, Haddington, however they are also... More
    Opened 14 September 2018
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