Environment & outdoors

Pupils from Inveralmond Community High School in Livingston are helping to regenerate Ladywell Woods.

A new community woodland is set to be created in Bridgend.

West Lothian residents are being advised over changes to bin collections over the festive period.

West Lothian residents are visiting recycling centres less but taking more items with them when they go, since a new booking system was introduced.

West Lothian Council will continue to work to tackle the impact of flooding caused by heavy rainfall and storm conditions when they occur.

A five month pilot scheme to increase recycling and tackle bin contamination will start this week.

Anyone visiting a West Lothian Community Recycling Centre (CRCs) from Monday 2 October 2023 onwards will need to book their visit in advance.

A stunning new artwork that draws inspiration from the River Almond has been unveiled.

West Lothian residents are being warned not to touch dead birds if possible.

West Lothian Council is encouraging local residents be aware of ticks and the dangers of Lyme Disease.

West Lothian Council has declared a Nature Emergency to recognise the current state of nature and our dependence on the natural world.

West Lothian Council has unanimously backed a ban on disposable vapes.