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... a resident
Whether you have always lived in West Lothian or recently moved here you may be surprised at the range of council services that are available.
Work for the council (new window); advice and benefits; arts and entertainment; bin collections, recycling and recycling centres; councillor surgeries; education; housing; leisure and sports; planning; roads; social care and health; trading standards; help with finding work; redundancy; twitter (new window); new to the area.
... a visitor
Steeped in history and boasting attractive country parks, quality shopping, entertainment, a variety of outdoor sporting activities, great places to eat and relax. There's a lot on offer.
Attractions; countryside and wildlife; local history and heritage; museums and galleries; parks, gardens and open spaces; theatre and the arts; Howden Park Centre (new window); map of West Lothian
... interested in business
Centrally located with a skilled workforce West Lothian is an important contributor to Scotland's economy.
business advice; commercial land and property ; licensing and permits; regeneration and town centres;
... interested in my council
With around 8,000 staff providing more than 100 services the council is the biggest employer in area.
Council services; council tax; councillor surgeries; elections and voting; multi-member wards; working for the council; document Lists (new window); council information service (including calendar of meetings) (new window)
Council Leader's podcast
By planning to work in a more efficient manner, the council has enabled £5.419 million of current spending to be re-prioritised
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Request or renew a book online and search the index to local newspapers.
Try applying online using our new online forms system ...
Pay your council tax and other council bills using our online payments..
Submit a planning application using our online system...
Request a council house repair using our online system..
Find information such as litter, recycling, street lighting, roads and stray dogs.
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Latest News
You need to register to be able to vote If you moved home recently or you are approaching your 18th birthday you need to check that you are registered to vote in the General Election.As a UK Parliamentary election.
Inveralmond transformation complete Pupils and staff at Inveralmond Community High School (CHS) are celebrating the completion of their fantastic £20 million refurbishment and extension.
Bin collections update - advice for householders Residents are advised that bin collections are now back on track and to continue to follow the guidance provided.
