East Lothian

Following months of detailed pre-construction design, Ground Developments Ltd (GDL) has commenced the construction phase of its bulk earthworks and ground improvement contract at Torness for METLEN Energy and Metals, on behalf of SP Energy Networks and National Grid.

The South East Regional Delivery Alliance (SE-RDA) has reached a major milestone with its Bundle 1 projects of 109 affordable homes moving into construction in early 2026. Initially developed as part of the Edinburgh Home Demonstrator, the projects, located in Wallyford, East Lothian, and Burdiehous

East Lothian Council has approved a bid to delay the reconfiguration of a roundabout providing access to new homes at Craighall.

A planning application has been submitted to East Lothian Council on behalf of Wemyss and March Estates for a new coastal restaurant and beach huts at Longniddry Bents.

East Lothian Council has submitted a formal request asking Scottish Ministers to hold a public local inquiry (PLI) into a proposed scheme to reduce flood risk in Musselburgh.

The demolition of a former fire station and pump house in Musselburgh got underway yesterday. The building on Station Road has been deemed a health and safety risk following an extensive review process.

Plans to add more than 350 new homes to the edge of an East Lothian village have been given approval.

A public consultation has been launched seeking views on proposed active travel improvements on Musselburgh’s Station Road.

Civil, structural and conservation engineering firm Will Rudd has played a pivotal role in supporting Taylor Wimpey East Scotland in starting the delivery of their Dolphingstone masterplan near Wallyford.

Work to ensure accommodation for the arts in Musselburgh and explore opportunities to finance a replacement of the Brunton Hall is progressing.

East Lothian Council has selected a preferred supplier and will now begin the first steps to look at siting a hyperscale data centre on the former coal store site at Cockenzie. There are several steps to be completed to determine the feasibility of the project, with the overall aim being a Joint Ven

A site in the centre of Tranent with a rich and varied history has now been transformed as the home of 28 new council houses, 13 of which will be assisted living properties.

The next steps for a proposed scheme intended to reduce flood risk for up to 3,200 homes in the Musselburgh area will be considered by councillors next week. A report being presented to a full meeting of East Lothian Council on Tuesday sets out the history of flooding in Musselburgh, which is projec

Bellway has started work of the delivery of more than 200 new homes at Prince’s Gate in Blindwells, Prestonpans.

Pupils in East and West Lothian have started the school year in brand new learning environments designed by consultancy Space Zero. The company provided interior design services and fitted furniture for three new primary schools: Craighall and Blindwells in East Lothian, and Hawkhill in West Lothian