Local survey discusses use of the term ‘Clowncil’
Community Councils standing up for the community 
Community Councils play a key role in Scotland's local democratic landscape, being one of the primary voices for local residents away from a government body.
Community Council opposes relief road 
This View has been written by the Damhead and District Community Council
Edinburgh Community council reform motion 
An Edinburgh councillor has made a call for reforms to community councils.
Community councils call for national debate on development 
A push for more power over vital decision that affect local towns and villages to be handed over to community councils.
North Middleton locals love their new pump track 
A new looping trail for bikers and skaters is fast becoming a focal point for local people
Midlothian Community Councils express grave concern about cuts 
All Community Councils have signed a letter sent to elected representatives, of both Midlothian Council, Scottish Government and the Government of the United Kingdom
Residents concerned after garage fire in Mayfield 
A spate of wilful fire raising is causing real concern within the Mayfield community.
New Bonnyrigg and District Community Council formed 
Bonnyrigg and Lasswade Community Council and Poltonhall and Hopefield Community Council are to formally merge.
Gorebridge Community Council could end without support 
A community council which has been fighting to help local residents for more than 30 years is facing being disbanded because of a lack of members.
Help shape the Gorebridge Community Action Plan 
Gorebridge and Moorfoot communities are working together on a Community Action Plan 2022-2027.
Street Lights Mean 30 campaign comes to Midlothian 
The East Safety Camera Unit and Eskbank and Newbattle Community Council have been working together to improve road safety, by encouraging drivers to stick to the 30mph speed limit.
Eskbank & Newbattle Community Council Minutes 5th March 2020 
Read the minutes of the Eskbank & Newbattle Community Council
Roslin picks it up 
Roslin is litter free thanks to a community litter pick.
One Dalkeith to litter pick Eskbank 
One Dalkeith are looking for volunteers to join in their next litter picking event in Eskbank.
One Dalkeith’s Pick ‘n Pop 
The community-led and owned organisation One Dalkeith has taken over the the former Pick 'n Save shop in Dalkeith.
David Dunn Fitness trails opens 
Great show of community spirit as the David Dunn Fitness trail in George V Park Bonnyrigg is opened.
Steps to Ironmills Park to be repaired 
Midlothian Council has agreed to stabilise the slope and reopen the steps at Ironmills Park, Dalkeith.
Melville Road shut to motorists for a month 
Following an incident at the weekend when the bridge parapet was struck and fell into the river it is expected to take up to four weeks to repair.
Restoring local democracy 
What’s wrong with the Planning system and how can we fix it?
Neighbourhood plan for Bonnyrigg, Lasswade and Poltonhall 
A neighbourhood plan has been launched for the Bonnyrigg, Lasswade and Poltonhall areas of Midlothian.
Dalkeith Hub community workshop discussion 
An open meeting for the community was held in early July to discuss the Dalkeith Community Hub. Read here to find out what was discussed.
Dalkeith Hub – Community Workshop 
Everyone is invited to take part in a community workshop on a Hub for Dalkeith at the Dalkeith Arts Centre from 6-8pm on Thursday 2nd of July, hosted jointly by the Community Councils of Dalkeith & District and Eskbank & Newbattle.
Dalkeith Community Hub for All 
Public asked to take a lead in developing ideas, concepts and a practical way forward to give our County Town facilities worthy of its importance to Midlothian.
Ironmills Park Steps Open Again 
The good news is that the steps are finally open, once again. Midlothian Council advise that the repair is a temporary solution, to permit public access and use of the park, and will be followed up by more permanent works in early Spring.

There are fifteen Community Councils in Midlothian.

Tynewater

Tynewater

Meetings on Tuesday but varies each month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.facebook.com/tynewater

Rosewell

Rosewell and District

Meetings on Mondays but varies each month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.community-council.org.uk/RosewellandDistrict/

Penicuik

Penicuik and District

Meetings second Monday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.facebook.com/penicuikcommunitycouncil

Moorfoot

Moorfoot

Meetings first Wednesday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.moorfoot.org.uk

Loanhead

Loanhead and District

Meeting second Tuesday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.loanheadcc.org

Gorebridge

Gorebridge

Meetings third Tuesday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.communitycouncilgorebridge.weebly.com

Danderhall

Danderhall and District

Meetings Tuesday of the 4th week of the month

contact email: [email protected]

www.facebook.com/groups/2248658852042999

Roslin and Bilston

Roslin and Bilston

Meetings second Thursday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.community-council.org.uk/roslinandbilston

Newtongrange

Newtongrange

Meetings fourth Tuesday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

newtongrange.org

Mayfield and Easthouses

Mayfield and Easthouses

Meetings first Wednesday of the month

contact email: [email protected]

mayfieldandeasthouses.cc

Howgate

Howgate

Meetings fourth Wednesday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.howgatecommunity.org

Damhead

Damhead and District

Meetings bi-monthly starting on first Monday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.damheadcc.org

Dalkeith

Dalkeith and District

Meetings 2nd Tuesday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.dalkeithcc.org.uk

Bonnyrigg and District

We always meet on the second Thursday of a Month.

contact email: [email protected]

bonnyrigganddistrict.community-council.org.uk

Eskbank and Newbattle

Eskbank and Newbattle

Meets on the second Thursday of the month.

contact email: [email protected]

www.eskbanknewbattlecc.org