West Lothian Observer

29/01/2025

⚽️ 𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐂 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒

Our popular football classes are back!

We have something for everyone from the ages of 2 all the way up to 16.

Creating a pathway for all ages.

For further info please visit the link below ⤵️

🖥️ buff.ly/4eK7f8G

29/01/2025

🌟 Bathgate Market & Car Boot Sale is Back! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce the re-opening of Bathgate Market next Saturday—and we are hoping to see you there! 🎉

From fresh produce to unique treasures and incredible bargains, there's something for everyone. 🛍️ Whether you're a savvy shopper, a treasure hunter, or just love supporting local businesses, this is the place to be.

📍 Where? Bathgate Market site (behind Argos off Whitburn Road EH48 1HH )
🕗 When? Every Saturday from 9 AM

💬 Let’s Hear from You!
✔️ Tag your market buddies.
✔️ Share your favourite Bathgate Market memory in the comments.
✔️ Spread the word by hitting that share button!

Come for the deals, stay for the community vibes. See you next Saturday! 🛒✨

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29/01/2025

This year the Community Council scheme will change. As part of the proposed scheme it is being recommended that the industrial part of Starlaw Road should be moved from Seafield to Eliburn Community Council area. The map below shows the existing area in red and the proposed addition hatched. Together with these changes the current Community Council’s will be dissolved and nominations (elections if necessary) will be held after the summer. In addition to our AGM the Community Council meets 6 times a year at Newyearfield Community Education Centre, Hawk Brae. Our next meeting is on Wednesday 12th March at 19:00. All Eliburn residents are both entitled and welcome to come along to Community Council meetings. We would love to get representation from the houses north of Houston Road, east of Alderstone Road and Appleton Parkway so that their needs and concerns are better represented.

28/01/2025

More than likely drug gang related That's what springs to mind these days we cannot have druggies running riot in West Lothian ~lockemup

A 37-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital.

25/01/2025

25/01/2025

⭐ Gold Star for West Lothian primary pupils ⭐

Primary pupils in West Lothian are top of the class when it comes to literacy 📚🖊 and numeracy ➕➖ .

The number of West Lothian pupils achieving the expected levels in both literacy and numeracy were the highest on record for 2023/24, according to recently released national figures.

Details of primary school performance relating to Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) levels for the whole of Scotland were published by the Scottish Government.

It shows that hard-working primary pupils across West Lothian performed above the national average in every one of the 15 measures. A fantastic achievement by pupils, parents, teachers, support staff and our education officers.

Link in the comments with the full story.

25/01/2025

Simpson Primary School reflecting on positive inspection

Staff at Simpson Primary School are reflecting on a recent visit from Education Scotland and Care Inspectorate inspectors.
A report published today (Tuesday 21 January) contains a number of positives for Simpson Primary School observed by the inspection team during their visit in September 2024.
During their visit, inspectors talked to parents/carers and children, and worked closely with the headteacher and staff.
Some of the key positives highlighted by the inspection team include:
• Across the school and nursery, children learn well in a climate of positive and respectful relationships with each other and staff. Children across the school are confident and eager to learn and as a result, they make good progress in their learning.
• School staff use digital technology effectively to enhance and deepen children’s learning.
• Children achieve well through participation in a wide range of activities. They develop an important range of skills and attributes through their achievements.
• Practitioners’ efforts to improve children’s learning in the nursery class are beginning to impact positively on children’s understanding of mathematical concepts. Children are beginning to use mathematical language appropriately during play.
Some areas for improvement were identified for the early learning centre with inspectors discussing these points with school staff and West Lothian Council representatives with work well underway to address the points raised following the visit.
Simpson Primary School head teacher, Andrew Brown said: “Our school and nursery aim, ‘Strive to be the best you can be’ perfectly expresses our thoughts and informs our next steps. We will continue to strive for the highest quality of learning and teaching in an environment where children can reach their full potential in every aspect. I would like to thank the entire school community for their continued support as we work together to develop our practices across all areas of the school and nursery.
You can read the full report via the Education Scotland website: https://education.gov.scot/inspection-and-review/find-an-inspection-report/find-an-inspection-report/details?id=4360

25/01/2025

Thank you to all those who have submitted entries for the Provost’s Awards which seeks to recognise inspiring local heroes.

Outstanding groups, volunteers and employees are among those being sought as the awards recognise the people who make West Lothian a better place to live, work, visit and do business. Anyone can be nominated as long as they live, work or attend school or college in West Lothian The closing date for nominations is Friday 31 January 2025.

Provost Cathy Muldoon said: “It is an honour and a privilege to be Provost of West Lothian and the most gratifying part of this role is being able to meet local people who go above and beyond for their communities. The unsung heroes who dedicate their time to enhancing life in West Lothian.

“That’s why I feel it is really important to recognise those who demonstrate unwavering commitment to bettering our communities. Whose hard work, selflessness and determination is an inspiration to us all.
“I appreciate that those who carry out selfless work for their communities are unlikely to nominate themselves, but you may know someone who has volunteered in their community, spends their free time ensuring West Lothian continues to a be a great place to stay, or is active in working to improve their town or village.”

For more details, or to submit a nomination, please visit: www.westlothian.gov.uk/provosts-award

25/01/2025

‼️Winter Warm up starting 6th February @ Spark‼️

Come along and have a blether and get a FREE cup of homemade soup, every Thursday 12pm-2pm, FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!

2 Almondbank, The Mall, Livingston, EH54 5EJ

25/01/2025

Library Closures – Annual Stock Take

Please see a list of our libraries and when they will be closed for our annual stock take.
There will be no access to the library on their stock take day, to allow us to accurately record our stock.
We thank you for your co-operation and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

For all further library opening times and contact details please visit https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/your-library

25/01/2025

Broxburn United Sports Club & Planet Soccer UK have teamed to bring you our All Skills Football Camp!

From Monday 10th February to Friday 14th February, we have places for the week, day or even half day….so what are you waiting on? Secure your spot today! 🏆

Together we have packed this camp with some amazing skills, 1v1s and Small Sided games to keep the players excited from the second they stand on the pitch till the minute they leave.

They will also take part within the camp tournament where they will be given the opportunity to showcase what skills they have learnt.

This camp has something for all football lovers and we would love to have you along!

For full information & to book on👇🏻

🎟️ https://busc.classforkids.io/camp/75

25/01/2025

Everyone knows a Storyteller! This new Winchburgh Club is for anyone who would like to tell a story, listen to a story....or both!
The first meeting takes place on Tuesday 28th Jan at Winchburgh Community Centre, 7.30-9pm, and thereafter, the last Tuesday of every month. We would love to see you there.
Register on https://forms.office.com/e/Zyaqju1YVW

25/01/2025

West Lothian Council has begun a consultation with Management Committees on the future provision of community facilities, including community centres and village halls.

25/01/2025