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West Lothian

a council area and historical county of central Scotland, on the Firth of Forth: became part of Lothian region in 1975: reinstated as an independent authority (with revised boundaries) in 1996: agriculture, oil-refining. Administrative centre: Livingston. Pop.: 161 020 (2003 est.). Area: 425 sq. km (164 sq. miles)
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West Lothian clinched a 69-67 win over East Lothian, who had occupied top spot for most of the season.
A spokesman said: "Police in West Lothian were called to St Kentigern's Academy in Blackburn around 8.55am on Friday after a 14-year-old boy sustained a serious facial injury.
"West Lothian Council are committed to equal rights for LGBT people and are the main supporter of West Lothian Pride."
West Lothian's location between Scotland's two biggest cities gives it a major logistical advantage.
Then you're in good company, as I'm sure the fine folk of West Lothian don't count sheep for their shuteye either.
The unit is run in partnership by NHS Lothian and West Lothian Council.
West Lothian lies in the Central Scotland rift valley formed between the Highland Boundary and Southern Upland faults.
Proof the National Eisteddfod Hapnod Lottery is far reaching in its appeal emerged over the past two weeks, with winners declared in London, Wem in Shropshire and Livingston, West Lothian. With five new members this week, the total membership is now 424.
CUT-PRICE supermarket firm Aldi yesterday said they are taking on up to 200 workers at their West Lothian base.
Sentencing Stewart, of Blackburn, West Lothian, Lord Hodge said: "You assaulted and threatened to cut her.
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