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Welcome to Murieston Community Council

Murieston Community Councillors and West Lothian Councillors elected to represent Murieston normally meet on a monthly basis and all residents in Murieston and Bankton have the opportunity to attend any of these meetings.

Never has there been greater interest in the Murieston Community Council with recent planning events having such an impact on local residents. Is it time for you to step forward and take a more active role? We have an enthusiastic team but we are keen to bring in additional talent to secure the future impact of the Murieston Community Council. Never has there been a better time to get involved. You can give as much or as little of your time as you wish and get involved in all aspects of community life in Murieston.

Murieston Community Council Meetings

Meetings are normally held on the third Thursday of each month (except July and August), starting at 7pm. Dates for 2023/24 meetings are:

21/9/23, 19/10/23, 16/11/23, 21/12/23, 18/1/24, 15/2/24, 21/3/24, 18/4/24, 16/5/24, 20/6/24 (AGM)

Minutes of meetings

Meetings are held at Williamston Primary School, Bankton Lane, Murieston, Livingston EH54 9DQ:

Latest News

Livingston 20 Milers, Saturday 1st April: Livingston Uncovered, Union Canal, Almondell Park

A casual social ride of 14 miles visiting places of local interest, the origins of Livingston, Eliburn reservoir, exploring a mix of some of the 144 miles of the Livingston path network, Route 75 of Sustrans National Cycle Network, quiet country road and surfaced cycle track, and maybe a bit of Local History. Smooth narrow tyres may find some of… Read More »Livingston 20 Milers, Saturday 1st April: Livingston Uncovered, Union Canal, Almondell Park

Winter Readiness

Winter readiness Ready Scotland aim to make Scotland more resilient to emergencies. They know that disruptions can happen at any time and they are here to help. They have tips on the small steps you can take to prepare your home, your family, and your business for the unexpected. And when emergencies do occur, they have… Read More »Winter Readiness

Scottish Water Winter Advice

Due to the current cold weather conditions, Scottish Water is receiving a high number of calls about bursts, frozen pipes and valves. The link below provides helpful tips and information on how to protect pipes and homes during this wintery weather. Advice Winter V1 (1)

Winter Safety Advice from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to wish all residents of the communities of West Lothian a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year. Please heed the safety advice in the links below to the SFRS Website and the SFRS Facebook Page and have a thoroughly enjoyable and safe Festive period. https://www.facebook.com/SFRSYourSafety/… Read More »Winter Safety Advice from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

West Lothian 2028 – Your Council, Your Say Consultation

A consultation on the future direction of local services has been launched by West Lothian Council. This is the second phase in a series of planned consultations that will provide insight into how the priorities of West Lothian’s residents are balanced with the council’s ability to provide services with less funding.  Details are here.

Facebook Page

The Murieston Community Council does not have an official Facebook Page. It was decided to support the established existing Murieston Community Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/MuriestonCommunity

It should be understood that this is an unofficial page and not linked to the Murieston Community Council. The Community Council use it to share information with the community.

If you wish to make an enquiry to the Community Council please contact us directly using the contact page.

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