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The Latest Breaking News from Lothian

Number of drivers using West Lothian electric chargers drops steeply after motorists made to pay

Use of the network dropped from 33 per cent to 11 percent after the council introduced 40p/kWh tariffs to cover costs.

Edinburgh Live

Lothian announces fares increase across West Lothian bus services

The company has cited operational costs rising as the reason

Daily Record

Edinburgh Lothian buses confirm increase in fares - with day ticket now costing £5

The new fares are due to come into effect on April 2 2023 with adult single fares increasing by 20p, while adult day tickets will increase by 50p.

Edinburgh Live

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Edinburgh CAMRA pub of the year is cosy secret basement bar with roaring fire

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) have named their best pubs in Edinburgh, the Lothians and the Borders and the Jolly Judge came out on top in the capital just pipping regular winner the Dreadnought.

Edinburgh Live

James Tavernier sends Rangers soaring into Celtic Hampden showdown with brace against Livingston - 3 talking points

The skipper was at the double in west Lothian while substitute Kemar Roofe was also on target.

Daily Record

West Lothian cancer patient slams NHS Lothian for 'inappropriate' data breach

Martin Laing from Blackburn, West Lothian, says he feels 'left in the dark' after his medical records were 'inappropriately' accessed by a member of NHS Lothian staff.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh roads closed for Friday's funeral of hero Jenners firefighter Barry Martin

Lothian buses have said that all uniformed emergency services personnel will be able to use their services for free as the capital comes together to pay respect to heroic Barry Martin.

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How to watch Celtic vs Livingston: Live stream, PPV and kick-off details for the Premiership clash

The champions are in relentless form and the west Lothian outfit are the latest to try and halt them.

Daily Record

Lothians residents warned by police and health body after deadly new drug detected

Both medical professionals and members of Police Scotland have expressed concern at the arrival of the new drug in six communities across the country and have warned people to be alert of the dangers it poses.

Edinburgh Live

Staff shortages hits plan for more winter beds at West Lothian hospital

Plans for more beds for elderly folk have hit a snag due to staff shortages

Daily Record

West Lothian hospital staff shortage hits plan for more winter beds

Health and social care services struggle to recruit and retain staff for hospital and care at home provision

Edinburgh Live

New scheme will see West Lothian renters given money towards deposit to buy home

The proposals have been backed by Tory MSP Miles Briggs

Daily Record

Health bosses issue urgent plea as St John's Hospital 'at full capacity'

NHS Lothian is asking people to stay at home if they have cold and flu symptoms

Daily Record

Edinburgh families may be asked to collect loved ones from hospital to free up beds

Issuing an urgent update on Wednesday, NHS Lothian stated that the health board is dealing with "unprecedented challenges" and urged the community to try and help with the burden.

Edinburgh Live

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Labour's Douglas Alexander plots return to Westminster with bid for Lothian seat

LABOUR grandee Douglas Alexander – who served in both Tony Blair and Gordon Brown’s Cabinets – has put his name forward to run in the…

Daily Record

NHS Lothian issues advice to help cope with 'extreme pressures'

People have been urged not to attend A&E unless they are experiencing a critical emergency.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh weather: Met Office issues warning as icy blast and snow set to hit city

A yellow weather for ice has been issued for East Lothian and Edinburgh residents can expect to wake up to an chilly start to the morning on Thursday as the cold air pushed in.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh health bosses brace for winter covid wave as people urged to get vaccinated

NHS Lothian have urged people to avoid using Accident and Emergency if possible, as figures show a "bit of an uptick" in positive Covid cases, with the Scottish Government braced for a fresh wave of infections.

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Daily Record

Controversial 20mph speed limits could stay on West Lothian roads

Survey of roads could pave the way for the speed restrictions to be a permanent feature

Daily Record

Lothian MSP Miles Briggs questions 'rushed through' rent freeze introduction across Scotland

The Conservative and Unionist MSP highlighted how some local housing associations are concerned about the impact.

Daily Record

West Lothian postcode has fifth highest number of sex offenders in Scotland

EH54 postcode area - which includes Livingston, Uphall and Broxburn - also has highest rate in Lothians

Edinburgh Live

Vulnerable Midlothian OAPs told to travel two hours to get Covid and flu jags

Midlothian elderly and vulnerable are being asked by health chiefs to travel miles and hours to reach their designated flu and Covid jab appointments this autumn.

Daily Record

Shocking new stats reveal scale of drug problem in West Lothian

Tory MSP calls for action, calling the SNP's approach to the issue "a failure"

Daily Record

Met Office issues rain warning for Scotland today as floods and thunder could strike

Dumfries, Galloway, Lothian and Borders will be placed under a yellow warning for rain.

Daily Record

New funding awards launched to progress careers of West Lothian healthcare professionals

NHS Lothian has unveiled the funding scheme to help healthcare professionals progress their research careers

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