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| Edinburgh Airport Trial Route - Complaints.
Due to public comment and demand we have created an easy to use on-line complaint form for residents in the area to use to submit a specific aircraft complaint to Edinburgh Airport. The information in the form will be automatically transmitted to Edinburgh Airport on your behalf, Edinburgh Airport should then log the complaint and respond directly to you. You can access this form here:- www.broxburncc.org.uk/airport-form.htm |
| Edinburgh Airport Trial Route.
If you've been wondering why there's been an increase in aircraft activity and noise in the Broxburn area recently it's due to a new westerly take off route being trialled at Edinburgh airport for a period of 6 months. You can read more about this trial route on a web site created by the airport here >>> http://sid.edinburghairport.com If you have specific noise complaints or believe that an aircraft isn’t following the correct procedure then Edinburgh airport operates a dedicated noise enquiry line (open 24/7) which can be called on 0800 731 3397. All callers will be asked to leave their name and contact information, along with details of the date and time of any disturbance. All calls are recorded and complaints investigated. Callers will be provided with either an answer to their enquiry or will be told how long they can expect to wait for a full response. Should you experience more than one event of concern you should call this number each time to register a complaint. On making a complaint if you do not get a timely response or you feel the response does not resolve your specific complaint then you can contact one of your local councillors, area MP or MSP and ask them to look into the matter further on your behalf. You also may like to visit an online petition at www.change.org to halt the trial which can be accessed here:- https://www.change.org/p/edinburgh-airport-stop-the-trial-flight-path-over-uphall-and-broxburn |
| Vion Site - Developers Pre-Application Documents.
Further to the public exhibition held by the developers on 29 September, we are making the display slides available for those who were not able to attend. Should you wish to comment to the Community Council about this proposal, please let us know by using the Contact button above. | |
| Click here to download a copy >>> |
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| Road Temporary Closures and Speed Limit Changes.
A temporary road closure order has been issued to close Greendykes Road and also Station Road in Broxburn for resurfacing. The work at Greendykes Road will be between 20th October and 14th November, the work at Station Road will be between 17th November and 8th December. In Winchburgh the 30mph speed limit will be extended on the main road (B9080) to 200m west of Glendevon garage. You can view the details by downloading the docments below. | ||
| Greendykes Road | Station Road | Winchburgh |
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| Vion Site - Public Exhibition of Development Proposals.
Broxburn Regeneration Limited has extended an open invitation to view plans for a mixed use development, including: residential, retail, restaurant, car parking and landscaping, on the former Vion site, 220 East Mains Street, Broxburn. Please come along on: Monday 29 September 1:30pm to 6pm at Strathbrock Community Centre, 189 West Mains Street, Broxburn. Representatives of the developer will be available to answer your questions. Copies of the presentation will be available after the event from iain.michie@montagu-evans.co.uk Please note comments and feedback provided on this proposal are not formal representations on any planning application. These can be made to West Lothian Council after a formal application has been submitted. Click on the thumbnail image to open a copy of the document. |
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| Greendykes Road Car Park - Temporary Closure.
A temporary road closure order has been issued to close Greendykes Road car park week commencing 21 July 2014. This is to allow for resurfacing and remarking at the east end of the car park, work is expected to be completed by Friday 25th July. |
| St John's Hospital Newsletter.
You can read the April edition of "Inside St John's", a newsletter issued by NHS Lothian to keep everyone informed about hospital news and developments. Click here to download a copy >>> |
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| Hall's/Vion Site Clearance Progress.
A newsletter was issued in April by the demolition contractor to advise interested parties on progress with the demolition and site clearance. Click here to download a copy of the newsletter >>> |
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| Hall's/Vion Site Pre-Planning Application.
A Pre Planning Application has been received from Broxburn Regeneration Ltd through Montagu Evans for development at the Hall's/Vion site. The application is a proposal at present for mixed use development including residential, retail, restaurant, business and community facility. It can be viewed on West Lothian Planning web site. The application ref. is:- 0103/PAC/14 which will be advertised in the Courier on 6th March 2014. Public Exhibitions will take place in Strathbrock Community Centre (GP1), West Main Street, Broxburn on Friday 21 March 2pm-8pm and in Broxburn Sports Centre (Studio 2), Church Street, Broxburn on Monday 24 March 2pm-6pm. |
| West Lothan Community Council Elections.
Have you ever thought about becoming a Community Councillor and helping to make your local community a better place to live and work? If this is of interest then you should know that the Community Council Elections are about to take place and you need to act now!
The election process takes place at least once in every four years to give new members the
opportunity to join. Nominations for the 2013 elections must be submitted by the 19th September 2013.
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| Canal & Greenspace Newsletter.
The Scottish Waterways Trust has just produced their latest newsletter which contains information about the area around the union canal - you can click here to download a copy of the newsletter >>> |
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| West Lothian Credit Union.
West Lothian Credit Union will be opening a community collection to serve the Broxburn area located at Strathbrock Partnership Centre on a Thursday morning from the Spring of 2013. The credit union encourages people to save on a regular basis, and they can then access affordable loans, as well as other services such as prepaid debit cards, funeral plans, and free insurance on savings and loans. They are working hard to ensure local people have an alternative to using high interest doorstep or pay-day lenders, charging up to 4714% APR and are working with partners in West Lothian to provide a service helping people to manage the challenges that Welfare Reforms will bring many families on low incomes already struggling to cope financially. They would love to hear from anyone who can help as a volunteer for 2 hours on a Thursday morning. Please call them on 01506 238353 or visit their website at www.westlothiancreditunion.co.uk for further information. You can also find them on Facebook. |
| A89 closures at night on selected dates between 11th March and 1st July 2013.
Due to extensive repairs being required on the railway track and support system on the viaduct over the A89, the road will be closed (east of Broxburn and west of Newbridge) on the dates and times listed below.
Monday 11th March 2013 for 14 consecutive nights
These closures will be in place at 10pm hours and removed no later than 6am the following morning.
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| Open Day at Donaldson's.
Donaldson’s School are holding an open day on Saturday 23rd February 2013 from 09:30 hrs to 13:00 hrs The Donaldson's address is: Preston Road, Linlithgow, EH49 6HZ Interested visitors should register in advance to aid communication, you can e-mail by using this
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To find out more about Donaldson's school go to www.donaldsons.org.uk |
| Food Waste Roadshows.
A number of roadshows have been arranged within the areas receiving the Food Waste Service Design Phase. These roadshows are scheduled throughout March 2013 to provide information to residents, allow residents to see the food waste caddies and to answer any questions about the service. The roadshows are as follows: |
| Date | Time | Venue |
| Tuesday 5th March | 09:30-11:30 | Uphall Community Centre |
| Wednesday 13th March | 16:00-19:00 | Boghall Primary School |
| Tuesday 19th March | 16:00-20:00 | Low Port Centre, Linlithgow |
| Wednesday 20th March | 18:00-20:00 | Uphall Community Centre |
| Friday 22nd March | 14:00-16:00 | Bathgate Partnership Centre |
| Monday 25th March | 14:00-16:00 | Broxburn Xcite, Church Street |
| Monday 25th March | 18:00-20:00 | Low Port Centre, Linlithgow |
| Tuesday 26th March | 18:00-20:00 | Broxburn Xcite, Church Street |
| Wednesday 27th March | 14:00-16:00 | Dechmont Community Centre |
| Wednesday 27th March | 18:00-20:00 | Low Port Centre, Linlithgow |
| Thursday 28th March | 14:00-16:00 | Bathgate Partnership Centre |
| B8020 Broxburn to Winchburgh Road Closure.
As part of the Capital Maintenance Programme, Operational Services have sheduled part re-surfacing of the B8020 carriageway from Broxburn to Winchburgh. Works will commence on Monday 20 August 2012 and is scheduled to be completed by Friday 26 October 2012. During the works it will be necessary to close the B8020 to vehicular traffic, however localised access to CoreCut and residential properties will be maintained. Special arrangements will also be enforced to allow school buses to travel through the road closure and travel time for pupils will be as normal. The diversion route is highlighted on a plan that you can download using the button on the right (PDF format). |
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| The BUSY Project's Awards Evening.
The BUSY project, a group committed to working with the young people in the Broxburn and Uphall area, recently held a special awards evening. Although it was a bitterly cold January night there was certainly a very warm welcome extended to everyone attending, with plenty of refreshments and nibbles available too. A short, atmospheric programme of original music from Peter and his band from the Acoustic Café was followed by Ben, who received a great ovation for his performance on his (recently learned) acoustic guitar. A dance duo, Caitlin and Abby, closed the live presentation with a routine they learned through the project. Videos made by youth members under the guidance of dedicated volunteers were then screened; these videos had been made to promote the venture by showing some of its projects in action. This was followed by the presentation of the project’s ‘Oscars’ awards, then Peter finally led those present in a musical conclusion. Broxburn Community Council is grateful for the opportunity to have been represented for this uplifting experience. The project’s principal initial funding has ceased and fund-raising is needed to sustain the project. The hope is to sign up 240 people prepared to pledge £10 a month. For further information on The BUSY Project go to www.thebusyproject.org.uk |
| Tenants Fun and Information Day.
West Lothian Council are holding their annual Tenants Fun & Information day on Saturday 8th October. This will be held at the Civic Centre, Howden South, Livingston from 10:30am to 2:30pm. Click to view more information (PDF format). |
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| New Public Art Project.
Following a long consultation period involving local schools and community groups in Broxburn and Uphall, the Broxburn and Uphall Town Management Group have approved a new and exciting public art project to move to its final stage. Artist Michael Johnson presented a scale model of his proposal at a meeting last week, where it was met with enthusiastic approval by all present. The model presented depicts the history of the area as told by the local people and from extensive research into the area. This not only includes its history but its aspirations for the future, as well as its geology and ecology. From the base that will be made using compressed shale and replica mining equipment and tools, to the flora that survives in this almost unique landscape, through to inscribed quotations from some of our local children. The final work will be installed, (subject to planning permissions), on the roadside verge at the edge of the Cemetery, just opposite the Skate-park. If everything goes to plan it is expected to be completed and installed by September 2011. We are sure that you will agree this is indeed a wonderful design and look forward to seeing it in place. Further news and updates about the completion date will be announced on these pages as soon as they become available. |
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| 2011 Easter Events.
The Easter Events programme for 2011 has just been announced, lots of things to see and do over the Easter period, click to view the file (PDF format). |
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