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Back to EpisodesWest Lothian Council's £29.2M Capital Budget for 2026-27
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West Lothian Council secures £145M capital budget for essential services, allocating £29.2M for property upgrades, roads, open spaces, and IT equipment. Concerns arise over future funding, with Conservative leader Damian Doran-Timson warning of decaying council buildings and the pressure of costly repairs. Finance director Alasdair Black notes a decrease in capital funding from Holyrood, and Council leader Lawrence Fitzpatrick emphasizes the need for close monitoring and prioritizing asset lifespan extension.
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