https://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/info/210600/elections_and_voting/11921/community_council_election Here’s a real tangible way you can make a difference to the town- put yourself forward to be elected as a community councillor! Community Councils are run on a voluntary basis by local people. They act as a vital link between East Lothian Council and the local area and give residents an opportunity to speak out on local issues of concern. The elections for the next 4 year term are just around the corner- here’s the details: Community council elections will take place on Thursday 9 October 2025. Key dates Publication of Notice of Election Monday 1 September Issue of Nomination Papers Monday 1 September Last day for lodging Nomination Papers Thursday 18 September 4 pm Last day for withdrawal of Nomination Papers Thursday 25 September 4 pm Publication of Notice of Poll Thursday 25 September 5 pm Polling Day Thursday 9 October - 12 noon - 7 pm Count Friday 10 October - 10 am What does it involve? A public meeting once a month on a Tuesday evening 7.30-9pm ish A mid-month shorter zoom business meeting Each councillor then takes on additional roles- the usual chair/ vice chair/ secretary, and then representing the comm. council in all the various groups across the town- things like the area partnership, coastal communities, on the move group, the high school PTA, the health and wellbeing group etc. NBCC organise town events like the Calder cup, the remembrance parade, the Christmas lights, picnic in the park. There is a statutory duty to review planning applications for the town, for example, we recently objected on behalf of the town for the demolishment of the golf hotel building. We organised the local place plan and objected to the parking changes. NBCC also sit on various trusts - the Stella Moffat trust and Russel Bequest and link closely with the elected councillors for the ward.

Let's chat about some ideas for the Community centre How can we make it more inviting? How can we revive it into a place for everyone? What happens if we do nothing with it? Should we just do nothing and let the East Lothian Council sell it? How could it make money if the community takes it over as an asset transfer?

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What is one thing that frustrates you about North Berwick? If may be a simple as not enough healthy food options on the high street. Drop a comment below or add to the discussion if someone has already mentioned it.

Friends, Family & Residents of North Berwick this is the official collective post for all members. Please introduce yourself in the comments. Please take your time and highlight what makes you, you. - Write to us, who you are and what you do for a living - Tell us what you love to do - Tell us what you would love to see in North Berwick - Please drop a link to your website or community if you have one IMPORTANT: This is the only post to promote yourself or sell your products/services. However, please make sure that your comment does not consist exclusively of a pitch. We want to know who you are and not just what we can buy from you. NEXT: Please go through the comments after your post. See who is here and feel free to connect, leave a comment as the true value here will be our members. (Always use the reply function for this) We are looking forward to your introduction and getting to know! PS: If you have not gone through the onboarding please do so by clicking here Thanks Nick