@connected_fa

Connected Communities Fa'side supports the Fa'side Area Partnership, Community Councils and other community groups.

 Fa'side East Lothian
eastlothian.gov.uk
Joined May 2020
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It may be the end of the year but what better time for you to get to know the hard working team at @connected_fa Watch this little video to find out who we are and what we do! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ @ConnectedComEL @ELCouncil @RadioSaltire @eastlothianlibs @VolunteerEL @elcourier
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilOct 2
We are seeking views on whether community organisations may be interested in taking on a greater role in the management of some buildings through long-term community benefit leases or, where appropriate, community asset transfer arrangements. More details: orlo.uk/KSXLR
East Lothian Council announcement seeking feedback on community organisations managing local buildings.

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Fa'side Lunch Club@fasidelunchclubOct 12
🎃OCTOBER LUNCH CLUB🎃 Day1, We had a great first day making bubble cauldron’s, played dodgeball and free play. For lunch we enjoyed tomato and sausage pasta with garlic bread. @cashforkidsEDI @connected_fa
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Fa'side Lunch Club@fasidelunchclubJul 20
😎SUMMER LUNCH CLUB😎 Week 2, Friday. The kids enjoyed playing football,making fruit kebabs with Caroline and Free play. For Lunch we enjoyed Pitta pizza 🍕. Thank you @cashforkidsEDI @ELCouncil @VolunteerEL @sportscotland
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Fa'side Lunch Club@fasidelunchclubJul 23
😎SUMMER LUNCH CLUB😎 Week 3, Wednesday! The children had another fun filled day at the park, where they played on the swings, flying fox and played football! For lunch we enjoyed sandwiches 🥪 Thank you @VolunteerEL @ELCouncil @cashforkidsEDI @sportscotland
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilJul 7
Are you planning to spend time on or in the water? With warm weather expected, please familiarise yourself with Water Safety Scotland activity advice: orlo.uk/C9Znj
East Lothian Council graphic promoting Water Safety Scotland advice, featuring illustrations of paddleboarding and snorkelling.

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Fa'side Lunch Club@fasidelunchclubJul 7
😎SUMMER LUNCH CLUB😎 Week 2 off to a fantastic start! We got creative with arts&crafts,a grate game off football and chalk outside. And the tucked into a favourite mac & cheese with garlic bread! Thank you: @cashforkidsEDI @ELCouncil @sportscotland @VolunteerEL
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilJun 26
The Summer Reading Challenge is on now in East Lothian Libraries. Are you ready to Read to the Beat? The challenge is aimed at children aged 4-11 but there's a new challenge for adults this year too! orlo.uk/XUGGT @eastlothianlibs
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Social Security Scotland
@SocSecScotJun 9
Our Young Carer Grant is a yearly payment of over £400 for young carers aged 16 to 19 in Scotland. Find shareable social media content, flyers, posters and factsheets in many languages and help us spread the word to eligible young carers 🔽 #CarersWeek socialsecurity.gov.scot/youn…

Young Carer Grant resources

Help Social Security Scotland spread the word about Young Carer Grant amongst eligible young people.

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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilJun 15
Children and young adults can enjoy free swimming at pools across East Lothian as part of the Summer of Sport scheme. Along with Enjoy Leisure, we're providing free swims for under 26s at five county pools from Mon, 29 June until Fri, 7 Aug. More info: orlo.uk/ebYye
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilJun 5
Preparations are underway for the launch of a new council website. Find out more: orlo.uk/w5XMp
Text reads: 'LATEST NEWS. A new and upgrade council website is set to be launched later this month. A redesign has been shaped by feedback from website users'. The council logo also appears in the graphic.

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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilMay 27
If you have children, make sure you’re getting all the help you’re entitled to. Social Security Scotland provide a range of financial support for children and families, including costs during pregnancy, for babies, pre-school and school age children. orlo.uk/JYgtT
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilMay 22
A plot of land on Church Street close to Tranent town centre is for sale with offers over £20,000 invited. The plot would lends itself to community, recreational or residential development. For further info please visit orlo.uk/uqpws or email [email protected]
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilMay 22
Get your FREE ticket for the Young Carers Film Premiere and find out from our brilliant young carers about their lives and what we can all do to support them. 11 June 4.30pm to 5.30pm Fraser Centre Cinema, Tranent. Find out more and reserve your ticket: orlo.uk/AW8mS
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilMay 12
A policy designed to support community organisations in taking on the management of council-owned land and buildings, helping to deliver positive outcomes for residents, has been approved. Find out more: orlo.uk/7yE5m
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Local community group, Friends of Polson Park are hosting a Picnic in the Park on Sunday, 3rd May. Free fun for all the family. With a special guest appearance from Bluey.
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PencaitlandCC@pencaitlandccApr 19
Pencaitland & District: Community Survey Results ACCESS THE RESULTS @ bit.ly/PDCCSURVEY26PDF Want to give feedback? Email [email protected]
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilApr 17
We are recruiting 2 apprentice plumbers & an apprentice joiner. Full time training positions for a four year period. All applicants must be at least 16 on or before 10 August 2026 and live in East Lothian. Plumbers: orlo.uk/la8U7 Joiner: orlo.uk/7dozI
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The Pennypit Trust@PennypitTrustApr 14
A huge thank you to @cashforkidsEDI for supporting our work #TacklingHolidayHunger and #ReducingInequalities 💚💜 Your support means so much - not just to our team, but to the families and children we support every day Thank you for making a real difference 🙌
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilApr 2
The next Scottish Parliament election takes place on 7 May this year. Find out more about local constituencies, key dates, registering to vote and how to organise a postal vote: orlo.uk/Le5tt
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East Lothian Council - news and information@ELCouncilMar 3
We've launched a consultation on proposals to create new specialist provisions for school children with Additional Support Needs at Law Primary, Stoneyhill Primary and Musselburgh Grammar. Consultation closes on 5 May. Find out more and share your views: orlo.uk/N12nG
A young girl sits at a classroom table smiling. Text says: Specialist Education Spaces consultation. Live now - closes 5 May 2026. www.eastlothian.gov.uk/ASN-consultation

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