Is your child turning five between 1 March 2027 and 29 February 2028? Or did you defer their primary 1 entry this year?

It's time to enrol them in their catchment school for primary 1 starting August 2027.

Apply before 23 November 2026.

Find out more: orlo.uk/DCE6o

Carriageway and footpath resurfacing will be carried out on a section of Law Road in North Berwick. These improvements are scheduled to begin on Monday 9 November and are expected to be completed by Friday 4 December, weather depending. More info: orlo.uk/xde5C

If you're using sparklers, stay safe:
- Never give sparklers to a child under 5
- Supervise children with sparklers
- Wear gloves
- Light sparklers one at a time
- Put used sparklers in a tray of water to cool before disposing of them
More: tinyurl.com/46s3vxcv
#FireworkSafety

A reminder that dogs are permitted in cemeteries provided they are always kept on a lead. Unfortunately, some dog owners are failing to keep pets under proper control within the grounds of Newtonlees Cemetery, Dunbar. We would ask all dog owners to treat cemeteries with respect.

A closing date of Fri 20 Nov at 1pm has been set for the lease of Unit 5 in the Mid Road Industrial Estate, Prestonpans. The premises comprises a workshop/storage space and WC. Offers around £8,000 per year invited. To request an offer pack please email estates@eastlothian.gov.uk

Voting has begun in the Scottish Youth Parliament election. Ten candidates are standing to become East Lothian's representatives until 2028 across two constituencies. Candidates stand, and pupils vote, based on the schools they attend.

Find out more: orlo.uk/pb8qm

East Lothian Planning Committee met today and approved an application for a multi-use community facility in Dunbar. Planning permission was refused for purpose-built student accommodation in Musselburgh. orlo.uk/Jlg6L

A report on improvements to household recycling services in East Lothian in recent years and the resulting benefits has been presented to Council. The report detailed operational changes and performance successes delivered by Waste Services. More info: orlo.uk/H89ho

This year's consultation for council tenants on a proposed rent increase for 2027-28 is open until 15 November. Your views will help councillors take a decision at next year's budget setting meeting. orlo.uk/0CaE5

A new active travel route between Prestonpans and West Pans is set to begin construction in January. Our project - made possible by £1.5m in Scottish Govt funding - will improve connections to local communities, services and public transport. More info: orlo.uk/rpknv

An extra sign-up window for our 2026/27 garden waste collection service opened today (Monday, 2 November). Residents can use a myeastlothian account on our website to apply for a permit until the window closes at 4pm on Monday, 16 November. More info: orlo.uk/buiLk

Under our Low Cost Home Ownership scheme, we have 24 two bed flats for sale in partnership with @TaylorWimpey at Belhaven Way, Dunbar. Fixed price £165k. More details orlo.uk/sTc2b

This year's Landlord Report to Tenants has now been published, showing how the council is performing as a social landlord. Highlights include a high level of tenant satisfaction with the Housing Service and 100% compliance with essential safety checks. orlo.uk/p6veq

Looking for a roofer or someone to repair a fence following the bad weather? Please check out a list of Trusted Traders on our website at orlo.uk/HaJrW and never hire someone who calls at your door uninvited. All Trusted Traders have signed up to a Code of Practice.

A reminder that an extra sign-up window for our 2026/27 garden waste collection service opens this Monday (2 Nov). Residents can apply for permits using a myeastlothian account on our website until the window closes at 4pm on Monday, 16 Nov. More info: orlo.uk/mkVCh

A premises suitable for retail or office use is available for lease in Gullane. The B-listed Old Smiddy on Main Street was most recently used as a shop. Offers over £6,600 per year invited. For further info please visit orlo.uk/YVp23 or email estates@eastlothian.gov.uk

Council has agreed that more research will be carried out, including economic analysis and an independent review, before a decision will be taken on whether or not to introduce an East Lothian Visitor Levy. orlo.uk/RZeJU

Storm Boelo has brought winds of up to 80mph. Our teams are responding to damage and working to restore power safely and quickly.

Extra customer service support is also in place.
📞Power cut? Call 105.
🌐 Visit our website
spenergynetworks.co.uk/pages/severe_w…

#SPEnergyNetworks #StormBoelo

Council teams have responded to some reports of surface water flooding and fallen trees during this weekend's stormy weather. We continue to monitor the conditions closely. A Met Office amber weather warning for wind remains in place until 9pm. Please do take care.

North Berwick Recycling Centre is closed due to unsafe conditions on top of platforms. We will attempt to open later if safe. Kinwegar & Dunbar recycling centres aim to open but may close at short notice. Please consider if your journey is necessary and exercise extreme caution.