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West Lothian Promise Celebration Event
Join the annual West Lothian Promise Celebration Event, a fun and family-friendly celebration co-produced with care experienced children and young people.
Care Experienced Week: Forward to the Future
Care Experienced Week 2026 runs in October. Find information, mental health resources and support for Care Experienced people in West Lothian.
World Mental Health Day 2026
World Mental Health Day 2026: Learn about this year’s theme, find mental health and wellbeing tips, and discover local support.
Have your say on the future of the Bridge Wellbeing Hub
The Bridge Wellbeing Hub is gathering views on how its space is currently being used and how it could work best in the future.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026: Changing the Narrative
World Suicide Prevention Day 2026 explores the theme Changing the Narrative, with advice on suicide prevention, support and how to talk about mental health.
West Lothian Recovery Week 2026: Celebrating Connection and Recovery
Join West Lothian Recovery Week 2026 from 21–25 September. Discover local support, connect with your community and celebrate recovery across West Lothian.
New digital employment and careers support available for job seekers
Discover DWP’s new digital employment tools, including Find a Job, CV Builder and AI Work Assistant, to help you search for work and prepare applications.
2026 Call for Art: Take part in the Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition
Take part in the 2026 Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition in Edinburgh. Find out how to request your canvases and get involved.
Free Connected Lives Dementia and Social Connection training
Dementia and Social Connection training helps you plan and deliver dementia-friendly events, activities and services.
Speak Their Name Memorial Quilt Tour Comes to Edinburgh
The Speak Their Name Memorial Quilts visit Edinburgh and Glasgow this August, offering a powerful space for remembrance, reflection and suicide awareness.
Help Shape Scotland’s Response to Alcohol Harm
Join Alcohol Focus Scotland’s Alcohol Action Network and help shape positive change around alcohol harm in Scotland.
Linlithgow Heritage Walk
Discover more about the historic town of Linlithgow with a circular walk starting and finishing at the iconic Linlithgow Palace.
Community Ticketing Initiative returns for Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s CTI gives people who may otherwise be unable to attend the festival the opportunity to enjoy Fringe performances.
Young people invited to join suicide prevention advisory group in Scotland
Young people with lived experience of suicide are invited to join the new Suicide Prevention Scotland Youth Advisory Group.
Near Me: Attend appointments with health and public services by video call
Use the NearMe.scot video consulting service to attend appointments from home or wherever is convenient. All you need is a device and an internet connection.
Country Park Pop-Up Events – West Lothian
West Lothian Council’s Parks & Woodland team, alongside partner organisations, is hosting a series of Country Park pop-up events across West Lothian this July.
Introducing MyCare.Scot: Access your health and care information on your phone
MyCare.scot is Scotland’s new online app that will make it easier for you to access your health and social care information in one secure place on your phone.
Step into summer with Walking Scotland’s Step Count Challenge
Join the free 4-week team challenge starting Monday 6 July and walk or wheel your way to a healthier, happier you. Good for you, for communities and the planet.
Alcohol Awareness Week 2026: Alcohol and Me
Alcohol Awareness Week is a chance to reflect on alcohol use and wellbeing. Find local support in West Lothian.
Pack, Plan and Prepare this summer with NHS Inform
Discover essential tips to keep you and your loved ones safe and happy this summer.
Applications Open for Partners in Policymaking Programme 2026–2027
Applications are open for the Partners in Policymaking Programme 2026–2027, a free leadership programme for disabled adults and parents of disabled children.
Provost’s Awards return for 2026
Nominations are now open for individuals or groups who have made an outstanding voluntary contribution to community life in West Lothian.
Families to Benefit from Summer VAT Cut on Meals and Leisure Activities
UK summer VAT cut (25 June–1 Sept 2026) reducing costs on children’s meals and family activities like cinemas, museums and attractions across the UK.
The Purple Phone Launches Across Scotland
Financially included has announced the national rollout of The Purple Phone, Scotland’s Economic Abuse Helpline.
My Health, My Rights: A national survey for Scotland’s children
Take part in Children’s Health Scotland’s National Survey 2026 and help improve services, wellbeing, and health rights for young people across Scotland.
Winter Fuel Payment scam warning – what to look out for
Stay alert to Winter Fuel Payment scams. Learn how to spot fake HMRC messages and find trusted guidance on what to do if you’re unsure.
Loneliness Awareness Week 2026: Giving Loneliness a Voice in West Lothian
Find support this loneliness Week. Explore ways to stay connected with self-help guides, resources, and local services.
Carers Week 2026: Building Carer Friendly Communities in West Lothian
Find support for unpaid carers in West Lothian during Carers Week 2026. Explore West Space self-help guides, resources, and local services.
West Lothian Recovery Service Invites People to Share Their Experiences to Help Improve Services
People with lived experience of alcohol or drug use are being invited to share their views to improve support services across West Lothian.
What action will you take this Mental Health Awareness Week?
This year’s theme is Action. Even small actions can help us feel more hopeful in ourselves. And when we act together, our collective impact grows.
Help with heating oil costs – support available
Households struggling with the rising cost of heating oil will soon be able to access financial support through their local council.
New Docuseries ‘Fae the Source’ Explores Masculinity and Men’s Mental Health in Scotland
A new five-part docuseries, Fae the Source, is shining a light on masculinity, men’s mental health, and what it means to grow up as a man in Scotland today.
New wellbeing hub for Scottish veterans and families
Scotland’s Veterans Wellbeing Alliance has launched a new online hub for veterans and families. The easy-to-use online platform is designed to empower veterans.
World Suicide Prevention Day 2025: Start the Conversation, Save a Life
This year, Suicide Prevention Scotland is encouraging people across the country to have open, supportive conversations that could make a real difference.
New CoWL Card Launched to Support Carers and Disabled People in West Lothian
Carers of West Lothian is excited to introduce the brand-new CoWL Card.
Free re-usable period products now available to order
West Lothian Council is making free re-usable period products available for local residents.