there was a lot to fit into this issue of Konect. November is a time for Remembrance, and this year our article takes a different angle - the Arctic Convoy Museum in the Highlands have contributed a biographical piece about a West Lothian resident who worked on the brutal Arctic Convoys in the Second World War.
I also caught up with the West Lothian Drug and Alcohol Service in Craigshill, who run an outstanding service in our community: joined-up healthcare with a number of partner services, and very much open and available to helping more people – see pages 8-9. Another charity that we feature regularly is the School Bank, who are looking for donations for their Winter Jacket appeal – see page 34.
New Hopetoun Gardens becomes a gorgeous Christmas Emporium in November, and they always have unique and beautiful gift ideas. They have a series of Christmas shopping evenings in November and December, when if you take their Konect advert – page 30 – you get a free coffee or hot chocolate for two to keep you going on your shopping trip!
A feature on Regal Radio, West Lothian’s own community radio station, and all our usual columns, complete this issue!
Thank you as ever for reading Konect and supporting local businesses and organisations.
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WEST LOTHIAN DRUG AND ALCOHOL SERVICE: Reducing harm, supporting recovery
“The biggest barrier to people seeking help with addiction is fear of being stigmatised,” says Mark Vance, General Manager of the West Lothian Drug and Alcohol Service (WLDAS) “But we’re here for everyone. We take a person-centred approach, through a trauma informed lens helping people get their lives back on track at a level of support they are actively involved in and therefore, comfortable with.”
The service was set up 40 years ago by two West Lothian residents who wanted to establish a need for support for families impacted by alcohol use. It developed from there and today, along with other organisations (NHS & Social Work Community Addictions Service, CGL and Circle) within the West Lothian Addiction Care Partnership, is still providing excellent help for local people and families who are struggling with addictions including alcohol and drugs.
“We see success stories,” says Mark, “and a significant number of our volunteers are people who have lived experience of addiction or have been WLDAS clients in the past, who have recovered and want to help others. There is no judgement.”
The main service is therapeutic support, funded primarily by West Lothian Council. This includes an assessment and a series of one-to-one therapy sessions with specialist counsellors. They also run support groups focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety management, emotional regulation, survive and thrive and coping strategies. People may be referred to WLDAS
from several other services, or they can selfrefer; it makes no difference where the referral comes from, the assessment and support process is the same.
Alcohol is the biggest problem here in West Lothian, but the service covers all drugs including prescription medication. Recent negative headlines about drug-related deaths in Scotland, which has the worst rate in Europe, has put the focus for funding support onto treatment and recovery, but prevention and getting to root causes is essential. Use of drugs or alcohol can often be traced to childhood trauma that has never been dealt with, and more generally is frequently related to poor mental health, trauma or circumstances of deprivation, lack of opportunities and isolation.
“A number of our volunteers have lived experience of addiction or have been WLDAS clients in the past, have recovered and want to help others. There is no judgement.”
“We help people get their lives back on track at a level they are happy with,” explains Mark. “We are not necessarily working towards 100% abstinence if that isn’t the client’s realistic goal. It’s very much a person-centred approach where we listen to the client and collaboratively identify new coping strategies, healthy
habits, and supporting them to a selfdirected level they can function at.”
A lot of Mark’s time is spent securing funding from different sources to ensure they can continue to deliver their range of services. At present, besides the core therapeutic support, these include:
• Family Matters, offering help to family members affected by a loved one’s addiction
• Wraparound Project, Young People’s services, for 12- to 18-year-olds either using drugs or alcohol, or who are affected by a family member’s use of drugs and/or alcohol – whole family support.
• Grief Matters, for 12- to 18-year-olds who have experienced a sudden unexpected death (not necessarily a drug or alcohol related death).
• Art Therapy, for young people and adults looking for an alternative to traditional talking therapy (internal partnership referrals only).
• Harm Reduction Outreach, providing Injecting Equipment Provision (IEP), wound care, Dry Blood Spot Testing (DBST), Naloxone and signposting/referrals to other relevant services in partnership with NHS Lothian Harm Reduction Team.
They have recently secured funding to explore delivery of a new 12-month project related to vaping - something schools have been asking for. It will eventually be a training programme delivered to professionals to increase their understanding and knowledge of the prevalence, risk and impact to young people using vaping products. There is comparatively little research on vaping at present so it’s early days, but WLDAS is keen to be able to work in this area as soon as possible as there is no other project of its kind currently.
“There is no need to struggle on alone”
• Same Day Prescribing (opiate substitute prescribing only) and Drop-in clinic, supporting NHS Community Addictions Service providing harm reduction advice, referral/triage and information on other relevant services.
Outreach training is another important aspect of their work. A significant programmeNaloxone Champion - which they started in 2021, is training people to supply administer naloxone in emergency situations where someone has taken a potentially fatal overdose of opioids. Naloxone buys some vital time until emergency services can be reached. “We have trained hotel staff, security workers, taxi drivers, social workers, housing staff, all our own staff and volunteers, as well as family members of people with addiction. Over the past four years, we have distributed over 2000 kits of this life-saving medication.” If you are involved in a group interested in this training or a member of the community who would like to be involved, please contact WLDAS.
One problem with services in the health sector can be people being passed from pillar to post. But WLDAS works very closely with its partner organisations in the West Lothian Addiction Care Partnership, so that across the range of relevant supports there is an excellent joined-up service covering people at various stages of their journey. It offers continuity of service as you move from one to another. Partner services include support for people in addiction who are chaotic in their use of substances and therefore at serious risk of harm or even death, through to recovery, reengaging with things they used to do; help with volunteering and steps back to employment or college; cognitive behavioural therapy, and many other services. Partnership working is essential as at times, one person has more than one need to be addressed.
There is no need to struggle on alone. For anyone with an addiction, or family/friends who are impacted by addiction of a loved one – reach out to West Lothian Drug and Alcohol Service. The first step to getting help can be the hardest, so WLDAS are happy to take a call from a family member or friend impacted by a significant other’s substance use, as well as the person using substances.
If you or someone you know could benefit from seeing a counsellor at WLDAS or any other service within the partnership through the ‘no wrong door’ policy.
T: 01506 430225
E: enquiries@wldas.org
W: www.wldas.com
OFFICE HOURS:
9.00am - 5.00pm Mon – Fri and evening clinics Tuesday and Thursday by appointment only
The WLDAS counselling and psychological therapies service is registered/accredited by the COSCA Recognition Scheme. COSCA is Scotland’s professional body for counselling and psychotherapy.
West Lothian Drug and Alcohol Service First Floor, The Almondbank Centre, Shiel Walk, Craigshill, Livingston, EH54 5EH
Charity registered in Scotland, No. SC005776.
WEEKLY DROP-IN CLINICS
Whether you’re ready to make a change or just want to chat about options, we’re here.
Mon: Bathgate Health Centre (9am – 12pm)
Tue: Howden Health Centre (1pm – 4pm)
Wed: Strathbrock Broxburn (1pm – 4pm)
Thu: Whitburn Health Centre (11.30am – 2.30pm)
Fri: Blackburn Health Centre (9.00am – 12.00pm)
This article was written by Helen-Jane Gisbourne after meeting with Mark Vance, General Manager of WLDAS, at their premises in Craigshill. Helen-Jane is the editor of Konect Magazines.
As a yoga and mindfulness teacher, I like to give myself challenges to work on or look at some of the teachings and pick something I know will be beneficial to my growth. Often it can be the things that are triggering or upsetting that are your best teachers and that you can grow and develop from the most.
This last couple of months I have been working on patience!! I’m fully aware that at times I am quite impatient so this is definitely something that pushes my buttons!! I wonder if this is becoming more of a common problem in society being in the age of instant answers to question, information at our fingertips, such a fast paced life?
I read recently that impatience is the rejection of the present moment, a rejection how
things are, of reality! The inability to endure imperfection! I wonder too, if it is related to control and having to have things our own way all of the time or of comparison where you perhaps feel you could do something quicker or better? I don’t know, perhaps this is something you can reflect on?
Patience on the other hand recognises that we have struggles. When you link it together with tolerance, especially when working with others, it can become a form of compassion and understanding.
So when I am experiencing impatience, I pause, breathe, recognise its presence and simply say to myself “I’m working with patience!” This changes everything. Give it a go.
Tina Gilbert lives in Livingston and teaches* yoga and meditation. Visit her website at www.yogamed.co.uk (*Tue classes in person - Thu classes online)
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Regal Radio ~ Community Radio for West Lothian
Would you like to feature on West Lothian’s very own community radio station?
Regal Radio is West Lothian’s community radio station, run entirely by local volunteers and presenters with a passion for radio. Broadcasting 24/7, 365 days a year. it offers a broad mix of music, interviews and local community features. Set up around 10 years ago, it was initially based out of the Regal Theatre in Bathgate (hence the station name).
With presenters ranging from teenagers to pensioners, there is truly something for everyone! The wide range of music shows include blues, country, rock, classical, a folk show, dance night and more. Besides the music, other shows include the Wellbeing Wave, Storytelling and a Community Outreach Show, offering a platform for local charities and non-profits to highlight their work.
Having our own community radio is an invaluable resource. It offers an accessible broadcasting option for smaller organisations and groups to promote themselves, as well as skills development
and volunteering opportunities for anyone keen to be involved in production and presenting. It’s an internet radio station, mostly pre-recorded but with some live shows too.
GET YOUR CHARITY ON THE COMMUNITY OUTREACH SHOW! If you are involved in a local charity, organisation or community project in West Lothian, Regal Radio would like to help you raise your profile!
Station Manager Steve Firth is keen to maintain the radio’s solid base of local community content, and he presents the weekly Community Outreach Show on a Wednesday afternoon. “We are all about the community, so we want to make our platform available to promote local charitable organisations and activities.” You can take part in one of Steve’s interview segments to raise awareness, promote fundraising events, or share your mission and needs with listeners – he will support whatever your cause needs, so please contact him via the details below.
HOST YOUR OWN SHOW! Do you have a show idea and would like the experience of creating and presenting your own radio show?
All you need is a laptop and a microphone! Regal Radio welcomes new presenters and will support you with mentoring, software and technical guidance. It could be a regular slot or a one-off themed special. Contact Steve Firth, Station Manager, via the details below to find out more.
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We are a 24 hour station with a range of music and shows of local interest. Premises playing Regal Radio receive an advertising package. Please contact us on the details below to find our more.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Advertise on Regal Radio!
Businesses and charities can sponsor us for a very modest fee for a year. Your advert will be created for you and broadcast frequently. It’s an excellent way to support your local community radio station whilst making sure your organisation is noticed by engaged local listeners.
To be involved in any way or for more information, please contact Regal Radio by email at: hello@regalradio.net
Listen at regalradio.net | Regal Radio is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC046057.
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Home Instead’s quarterly New Ageing Index explores how older people, their families, and carers feel about ageing in Britain today.
It tracks attitudes, highlights challenges, and shines a light on where action is most needed. The latest findings paint a mixed picture: deep concerns about social care and living costs, but also resilience, optimism and fresh opportunities to age well.
KEY FINDINGS AT A GLANCE:
• 91% believe cutting the winter fuel allowance will harm older people
• 40% say they’ll need to cut back on food or medication to heat their homes
• 57% want dementia declared a national health emergency
• 90% call for a national dementia screening programme
• 74% of family carers say they need more support
• 63% believe diet and exercise can slow ageing WHAT THIS
MEANS FOR YOU:
• Staying warm this winter: Check eligibility for local energy grants, use heated throws, and seek community “warm spaces” schemes.
• Facing dementia together: Early diagnosis can help families plan; support groups and charities offer advice and companionship.
• Backing carers: Explore flexible working and respite care – help is out there, but too often underused.
• Healthy ageing: Even gentle daily exercise and balanced nutrition make a real difference.
• Smart support: From video calls to AI companionship, technology is helping to tackle loneliness and keep people connected.
To download the full New Ageing Index visit: www.homeinstead.co.uk/new-ageing-index/
The Living Well column is contributed by Home Instead West Lothian. Contact them for advice and support on 01506 346046, email info.westlothian@homeinstead.co.uk or see www.homeinstead.co.uk/west-lothian
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Pear and GingerBircher Muesli
Get your day off to a flying start with this flavoursome breakfast bursting with fruit, nuts, oats and seeds.
Serves 4 | Prep time 30mins, plus at least 4hrs’ refrigeration | Cooking time 2hrs 15 minutes
Ingredients:
• 2 ripe pears, diced
• 30g caster sugar
• 100g rolled oats
• 350ml almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 1 tbsp Opies Stem Ginger syrup
• 1 Opies Stem Ginger
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• A pinch of ground cinnamon
To serve:
• 30g pecan halves
• Coconut flakes
Method:
1. Poach the pears by placing them in a pan with the sugar. Cover with water and cook on a low heat until the sugar has dissolved and the pears are tender. Drain and place in a bowl or jar in the fridge.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, pumpkin seeds and syrup, and grate over the ginger. Stir well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
3. Add the chia seeds and a pinch of ground cinnamon to the mixture. Mix everything together until well combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate it overnight, or for at least 4 hours, to allow the flavours to meld and the oats to soften.
4. Before serving, give the muesli a good stir and check the consistency. If it’s too thick, you can add a splash of milk to reach your desired thickness.
5. Serve the muesli in bowls topped with poached pears, pecans and a scattering of coconut flakes.
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Walking Football is exactly what it sounds like – a standard game of football where players walk instead of run.
It's designed to help people get fit or maintain an active lifestyle no matter what their age and fitness, as well as support people getting back into football if they have given it up due to age or injury. As you get older, there’s no reason why you can’t get the same pleasure you used to get from football, at your own pace.
Joining in a physical activity with a group of people your age can be a breath of fresh air, make you laugh and give you a good time. Besides the physical health benefits, walking football is a great way to get out more, meet new people and feel better. You’ll wonder how you survived without it!
Walking Football West Lothian currently run sessions on Mondays to Thursdays:
Mon 10.00am - All year at Xcite Bathgate (outdoors or indoors) - £1
Tues 10.30am - All year at Broxburn Juniors Ground (outdoors) - £3
Wed 10.00am - Apr~Nov at Murieston Sports Park (outdoors) - £1
Wed 10.00am - Dec~Mar at Xcite Craigswood (indoors) - £3
Thu 11.00am - All year at East Calder Community FC (outdoors) - £1
Thu 10.30am - All year at Whitburn Community Centre (indoors) - FREE
All include hot drinks and biscuits. Enjoy the company, have a good laugh and come off smiling
For information please contact JIM BARRIE on 07775 188218 or jim.barrie@hotmail.co.ukor just turn up 15 mins before Kick Off!
WHY DO GARDEN CENTRES BECOME CHRISTMAS EMPORIUMS AT THIS TIME OF YEAR?
Visit any garden centre after October and you will be immersed in Christmas decorations, lights and gifts. This has become the norm in the last twenty years and customers sometimes moan that ‘Christmas’ has started too early, but they then go on to spend!
As we all start to stay indoors our gardening tends to be mainly tidying up and, apart from bulb planting, renewing our indoor plants and refreshing our patio pots, we don’t spend much on our gardens. Garden centres have wonderful teams and to hang onto them we need to find different jobs for them. So catering becomes very important, but not really what the gardening team would choose. So Christmas sales have become the norm, and
the team are brought indoors and become Elves for the last months of the year.
But whatever the weather, when we start selling Christmas trees the Elves have to put on their waterproofs and gloves and manhandle trees, unwrapping them for you to examine them as if you are buying a tree for life, and then rewrapping them to fit into your car. We are opening for three early evenings (Thursdays November 27th, December 4th and 11th) so our customers can enjoy coming out of town, with easy car parking and no crowds between 5pm and 7pm. The sparkle of Christmas lights will kick off an early festive season!
The Gardening Project is contributed by Dougal Philip, New Hopetoun Gardens. Inspiring, informing and entertaining, for more than 40 years.
Help children in West Lothian stay warm this winter and succeed in school!
A warm jacket lets children focus on learning instead of being distracted by cold, damp clothes. For these kids, it’s a chance to thrive - and you can make that difference. This winter, we expect more than 300 requests for jackets for children aged 5 to 17. Here’s how you can help:
1. Become a sponsor: Buy a brand-new jacket for a specific child. SCAN THE QR CODE [see above] to register and we’ll contact you when a referral comes in. After buying the jacket, drop it off, and we’ll handle the rest.
The child was avoiding the playground as she was cold. She wished for a warm jacket with a furry hood.
2. Buy a jacket: Buy and donate a warm jacket (ages 5-17), which we’ll distribute to a child in need.
3. Make a monetary donation: Short on time? Donate online, and we’ll buy a jacket for you. Each one costs around £25 but every single contribution, no matter the size, is appreciated. See our website for full details.
4. Donate winter essentials: Along with jackets, we frequently receive requests for
brand-new thick/cosy socks, tights, hoodies, wellies, gloves and hats. Pick up a few items whilst you are out shopping and drop off at any of our red collection bins located in supermarkets and community spaces across West Lothian. Or order from our Amazon Wishlist and deliver directly to us. See our website for a full list of drop-off points.
5. Donate gently used items: If your child has outgrown their jackets or wellies, we can give them a second life! These can also be dropped into our red bins.
For further details, reach out to us via email at admin@schoolbank-westlothian.org or visit the pinned post on our Facebook page “TheSchoolBankWestLothian” or our website at schoolbank-westlothian.org
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for any support you can give. Your kindness will change lives. Every single jacket, every donation, every gesture of support is a lifeline to a child. Together, we can ensure no child faces winter alone.
This article was contributed by School Bank West Lothian. Charity registered in Scotland number SC046483. Visit: schoolbank-westlothian.org
FROM
KIRKNEWTON
TO THE ARCTIC CONVOY:
ADAM LITHGOW
Adam William Pollock Lithgow was born in Glasgow on the 15th July 1915. As a young man he lived in the village of Kirknewton, West Lothian, and worked as a shepherd on farms in the Borders.
Naturally then, Adam was hardened and used to being outdoors in all kinds of weather. In March 1940, at the age of 24, he volunteered for naval service, enlisting for 12 years.
After initial training at Portsmouth and aboard the training carrier HMS Argus as a Stoker, Adam was assigned to HMS Forester (H74), an F-Class destroyer, the first of several destroyers he would serve on. It was aboard HMS Forester that Adam first experienced Arctic Convoy duties. Before he embarked on the most perilous of journeys, he married Ada (Barth) in February 1942, in Surrey.
For four years, more than 1,400 merchant ships under the
flags of 11 states completed their journeys to Murmansk and Arkhangelsk as part of 78 allied convoys, escorted by 441 warships. The convoys delivered vital supplies to the Soviet Union. They assembled in the waters of Loch Ewe and Scapa Flow. The summer route took the convoy high up into the Arctic Circle via Iceland, so as far as possible from Occupied Norway. In winter, the convoys were forced to sail on a more southerly route due to the extent of pack ice, much closer to the Norwegian coastline and German U Boat/ Luftwaffe bases.
The risks were enormous, not only from the threats posed by enemy shipping, mines
and aircraft but also due to mountainous seas and bitter cold. 85 merchantmen and 16 Royal Navy escort vessels were lost along with around 3,000 lives. It was for good reason that Sir Winston Churchill labelled the convoys “the worst journey in the world”.
In late March 1942, Convoy PQ14 assembled at Loch Ewe and sailed for Murmansk via Iceland. HMS Forester, with Adam aboard as ship stoker, was assigned close cover duties, along with HMS Foresight and HMS Edinburgh. One week in, they detached from the convoy to intercept and deter enemy destroyers. Only 7 of the 25 Merchantmen
made it to Murmansk. Most Merchantmen were damaged by pack ice and were forced to return to Iceland. SS Empire Howard was sunk by a German U Boat.
The return convoy (QP11) of 13 merchant ships and eighteen warships, including HMS Forester, sailed for Iceland in late April 1942. They were attacked first by Junker aircraft then by U boats. HMS Edinburgh was significantly damaged by two direct hits and ordered to leave the convoy and return to Murmansk, escorted by HMS Forester and HMS Foresight. But they were intercepted by German destroyers. In the exchanges that followed, all three ships took direct hits. HMS Forester suffered serious damage fore and aft as well as in the boiler room. Twelve men were killed, ncluding the captain, and another nine men were wounded. HMS Edinburgh managed to sink one of the German destroyers before she was struck again midship. HMS Edinburgh finally succumbed to a torpedo from HMS Foresight, once survivors had been rescued. HMS Forester limped back to Murmansk for temporary repair, subsequently arriving at Scapa Flow on 18th May,1942, whereupon she took passage to the Tyne shipyards for repair. It must have been an enormous shock to young Adam’s system to leave the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders and find himself north
of the Arctic Circle aboard a British warship. From the tranquillity of sheep farming to the horrors of war in the most hostile of conditions.
In World War II, a ship’s stoker was a member of the engineering crew responsible for maintaining the ship’s boilers, primarily by managing the coal supply and fire in the furnaces. This was a physically
It was for good reason that Sir Winston Churchill labelled the convoys “the worst journey in the world”.
demanding and dangerous job, often performed in hot, cramped, and dirty conditions.
The stokehold was a dangerous environment with intense heat, the risk of burns, and potential for explosions from boiler malfunctions. The confined spaces and the presence of coal dust also presented health hazards. Ironically, the “Shepherd of the Borders” would have been more equipped than most ratings to bear the freezing conditions in the Arctic Ocean, yet he would have spent most of his time below decks.
In December 1942, Adam joined the I-Class destroyer, HMS Impulsive (D11). He safely completed a further four Arctic Convoys in 1943 (JW53, RA53, JW54A and RA54B). JW53 is notorious for sailing through probably the worst weather of any convoy. Ferocious gales and mountainous seas took their toll on the convoy. Six merchantmen were damaged and were forced to return to Iceland. Even the light cruiser, HMS Sheffield was forced to return to port as some of her armour plating was ripped off by the wind and seas.
In January 1944, Adam transferred to brand new U-Class destroyer HMS Ursa (R22). Two months later, he found himself once again in the Arctic Ocean as HMS Ursa acted as escort to convoys JW58 and RA58. On 6th June 1944,
HMS Ursa was to be found on duty off Gold Beach, protecting allied forces invading Normandy.
Adam spent the next 12 months or so in the Indian Ocean and South Seas engaging Japanese forces. He subsequently went on to serve aboard HMS Comus, HMS Mull of Galloway, and HMS Jupiter.
During his service Adam progressed through the ranks to Petty Officer Stoker Mechanic (POSM). He ended his naval career with HMS Rattlesnake and was discharged in December 1953 after 12.5 years dedicated service.
Sadly, Adam died less than two years after his discharge from the Royal Navy, aged 40. After he left the service he had planned to take his family to New Zealand to continue his sheep farming but medical tests revealed that he had contracted bladder cancer.. Studies have shown that seafarers, including those
who worked as stokers, had a higher incidence of bladder cancer compared to the general population. This is likely due to exposure to various hazardous substances present in the maritime environment.
Adam is buried in Kirknewton. His widow Ada and young son Colin (aged 9) suffered much financial hardship after Adam’s premature death. They remained in Kirknewton until Colin married. Ada passed away in 2014 at the ripe old age of 101.
The “Shepherd of The Borders” served his country well. Adam completed eight Arctic Convoys in his 12.5 years of service, as well as supporting the D-Day Landings and fighting Japanese forces in the Indian Ocean. At 5 foot 4 and a half inches, Adam William Pollock Lithgow was
not a big man physically, but in character, and in industry, he was huge. He, and many other brave men like him, should never be forgotten.
The Arctic Convoy Museum has been working with remote volunteers to uncover stories in their archive. This piece about Adam Lithgow was written by one of the Arctic Convoy Museum Volunteers and submitted by Dr Karen Buchanan, Curator.
The Museum and Exhibition Centre near Loch Ewe is a lasting legacy to those who braved Arctic waters under constant threat of attack from enemy aircraft and u-boats. arcticconvoymuseum.org
Arctic Convoy Museum, Aultbea, IV22 2HZ
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The latest whodunnit by writer and director Rian Johnson, Wake Up Dead Man, is the newest instalment in the Knives Out franchise and currently the last confirmed sequel to the hit 2019 film.
Drawing inspiration from Father Brown mysteries and other eclectic murder mystery novels, Wake Up Dead Man cements the Knives Out series as one of the greatest modern trilogies and establishes Benoit Blanc as an all-time great film detective.
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A murder has taken place on Good Friday: Monsignor Jefferson Wicks has been murdered, and the most obvious suspect is Father Jud Duplenticy, who is new to town. Enter Benoit Blanc, who will uncover the truth behind the lies to identify the true culprit.
Addressing contemporary issues such as political discourse, where people spew hatred for its buzz rather than genuine belief, Wake Up Dead Man explores themes of faith, belief, and why we believe. Rian Johnson walks a very fine line, being critical of religion without shaming those who believe in God. For Benoit Blanc, religion is a form of storytelling, and just like film or fictional novels, storytelling can carry emotional weight and alter our worldview.
Surrounding this meaningful storytelling is an incredible mystery with tantalising twists that kept me guessing until the final reveal. Gothically beautiful and accompanied by an amazing score, Wake Up Dead Man, aside from some pacing issues, is nothing short of incredible and a must-see for fans of the Knives Out series or anyone eager to satisfy their love of mysteries.
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In select cinemas from 26th November and on Netflix from 12th December
The Film Review is contributed by Robert Ewing. Robert is passionate about film as an art form, and shining a light on films that may not be on people’s radar. Robert is from Kirknewton.
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SAT 1ST NOVEMBER
Dechmont Art Group Art & Craft Fair -
Original paintings and crafts, charity tombola, home baking and drinks. All welcome, FREE admission. Dechmont Memorial Community Hall, 71 Main Street, Dechmont. 10.00am – 3.00pm.
SAT 1ST NOV & SAT 6TH DEC
Friends of Almondell Country Park
Volunteering session - The Friends of Almondell's monthly practical project meeting. Volunteer group helping to conserve and maintain the 220 acre Almondell & Calderwood Country Park including the Oakbank extension. Meet at the Visitor Centre on the first Saturday of the month 10.00am -12.00noon, new volunteers always welcome. To find out more contact the Ranger Service on 01506 882254, or email almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk Facebook: 'Friends of Almondell & Calderwood Country Park'. Please book a space (FREE) via the West Lothian Council Ranger Service’s Eventbrite page, so that they can update you if there are any changes to the session arrangements.
WED 5TH TO SAT 8TH NOVEMBER
A Celebration of Musical Showstoppers - Performances from your favourite musicals! Join the Livingston Players for a journey through their history and into their future. Reconnect Howden Theatre, tickets and information via www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk
WED 19TH NOVEMBER
West Lothian History and Amenity Society - “Scottish Migrations to Ulster in the 17th Century”, talk by Dr John Young, Strathclyde University. 7.30pm, Mackinnon Scout Hall, Mill Road, Linlithgow. Non-members are welcome by donation. If you’d like to join the society (£20 for all seven talks), come to a meeting and speak to any committee member, or email us on wlhaas@hotmail.com
SATURDAY 22ND NOVEMBER
Linlithgow Antique Vintage and Collectors Fair - In Queen Margaret Hall, Blackness Road, Linlithgow, EH49 6AG. Over 30 dealers will be selling jewellery, postcards, bottles, militaria, and all kinds of antiques, Ample free parking, disabled access and on
site catering. Early entry 9.00am - 10.00am £2; Public entry 10.00am - 3.00pm £1. All proceeds in aid of Linlithgow Heritage trust.
SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
Broxburn and Uphall Parish Church
Christmas Fayre - Broxburn Church buildings, EH52 5EL, 12noon to 3.00pm. This year our Christmas Faye moves to the last Saturday in November, the 29th. Many stalls throughout the halls and sanctuary offering crafts and products from local and further afield. There will be tickets available for purchase, for the refreshments, sandwiches and home baking that will be available in the hall. Help support the Church, enjoy a lunch or afternoon out with friends and find those special items from the Christmas craft group also. We hope to see you there!
EVERY SATURDAY
Bathgate Market & Car Boot Sale - 9.00am to 2.00pm. Parking available in Gardners Lane Car Park and Acredale Car Park. Access via Whitburn Road on the road between H&M and Home Bargains.
SPORTS, HOBBIES, LEARNING, SUPPORT GROUPS & MORE...
ELEVATE ACRO GYMNASTICS
CLUB - We offer gymnastics classes from 18 months to teens at various locations in West Lothian. Classes run daily exc Sundays.
W: elevate-acro.classforkids.io
We also offer a competitive gymnasts section. E: info@elevateacro.co.uk for more information or find us on Facebook and Instagram.
ART GROUP - Got a spare couple of hours on a Monday morning from around 9.30 onwards? Come and join our friendly wee art group at Baptist Church, Dedridge, Livingston. Materials available for first visit free, Tea/coffee & biscuits always available free. £3 per session, pay only when attending. If interested in joining please contact Helen at margarethelenorr@me.com
WALKING FOOTBALL WEST
LOTHIAN - For everyone over 50, no matter your level of fitness. Come along and get yourself a wee bit fitter. Hot drinks, biscuits, good company included! We meet at:
Xcite Bathgate - Mon: 10.00am, £1; Broxburn Juniors Ground - Tue: 10.30, £3; Murieston Sports Park (Apr-Nov) Wed: 10.00am, £1; Xcite Craigswood (Dec-Mar) Wed: 10.00am, £3; East Calder FC - Thu: 11.00am, £1; Whitburn Community Centre - Thu: 10.30am, FREE
Just turn up 15 mins before KO, or contact: T: 07775 188218
E: jim.barrie@hotmail.co.uk
BATHGATE CONCERT
ORCHESTRA - Do you play an instrument? Would you like the chance to practise and perform with a concert orchestra? We are a friendly orchestra who meet every Friday at 7.30pm – 9.30pm at Craig Inn Community Centre, Blackridge. We perform several concerts per year in West Lothian, and offer opportunities for musical development in a fun and social environment. Contact: secretary@ bathgateconcertorchestra.org.uk
BACK INTO CIRCULATION - The BIC group is partnered with Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) and led by physiotherapists from St. John’s Hospital. Programme of exercises for people of all abilities and ages that can be adjusted to meet your needs. We meet Monday 5.20-6.30pm at Uphall Community Centre EH52 6BN and Wednesday 5.20-6.30pm at St. John's Hospital, Physiotherapy Dept on ground floor. £12 per month / first two weeks free. Please email y60rmd@gmail.com or call 01506 431950.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTIVE LIVES - Cyrenians OPAL (Opportunities for Active Lives) works with people aged 60+ promoting active and fulfilling lives, creating and enriching communities which empower all to remain independent, living at home and socially connected. OPAL supports over 25 Community Groups throughout West Lothian for people to attend, engage with others and build new friendships. They also provide a time limited one-to-one befriending service built to improve confidence. To find out more please contact 01506 815 815 or opal@ cyrenians.scot
GIRLGUIDING - Girlguides have a range of groups from age 4-14. All girls are welcome to join in, learn life skills, do crafts, earn badges and go on adventures. Visit girlguiding.org.uk for times and days available across West Lothian.
MEMORY CAFÉ - Run by Alzheimer Scotland. Second & fourth Wednesday of the month, 1.00pm-2:30pm. Unit 1 Grampian Court, Beverage Square, Livingston, EH54 6QF.
RESOURCE CENTRE - Unit 1, Grampian Court, Beveridge Square, Livingston, EH54 6QF.
Mon: Knit & Natter 10.30 - 12.00; Redbrick (under 65 Young onset): 1112.30; Movie – 2.00-3.30 Tue: Craft group 10.30-12.00; Seated yoga 10.30-12.30 (Class 11.00-12.00); Livi Legends – Sports group 1.00-2.30. Wed: Yo (Young Onset) Carers 10.3012.00; Music – 1.00-2.30. Thu: Social circle – 10.30-12.00 (Bookable); Bloom/blether – 1.00-2.30. Fri: Bookable 1:1 Brain Health sessions Contact: Alzheimer ScotlandAction on Dementia, 01506 533108
MURIESTON COMMUNITY
CINEMA - Monthly thoughtprovoking community film screenings in a welcoming and friendly environment. One Sunday a month at 7pm in Murieston Village Hall (walk through the tunnel at Livingston South Railway Station). Feel free to bring your own cushion or camping chair for extra comfort. BYOB for a drink and chat afterwards. More info and tickets: murieston.org.uk/ community/cinema Email: cinema@murieston.org.uk
WEST LOTHIAN PICKLEBALL
CLUB - Discover the excitement of Pickleball with West Lothian Pickleball Club! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, our friendly sessions are perfect for all abilities.
Join us every Thursday from 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm at Deans Community High School. All equipment is provided, and your first session is FREE! For more information, contact us at westlothianpickleballclub@gmail. com. Don't miss out on the fun—see you on the court!
MURIESTON COMMUNITY CAFE - Not-for-profit pop-up community cafe selling freshly made soups, sandwiches and cakes with quality teas and coffees. Open most Saturdays 12.00noon-2.00pm at Murieston Village Hall - through the tunnel at Livingston South Railway Station. All welcome - reasonable prices, vegan and allergen-free options and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Dogs welcome outside - benches and dog bowls provided. Also seeking volunteers to join friendly volunteer groupno experience needed, training provided. Come along for coffee and a chat. cafe@murieston.org.uk
MURIESTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST - We are a charity working together to create a vibrant community for all in Murieston: protecting our open spaces, improving our community facilities and activities, facilitating local groups. New members warmly welcomed. Membership is free, open to residents of Murieston, and enables you to vote on local issues. More trustees and volunteers are also sought. Join or get in touch at: murieston-cdt.org.uk email:secretary@ murieston-cdt.org.uk
ALMOND VALLEY NATURE ACTION - A community group covering small projects throughout the River Almond Valley, aiming to help nature flourish and inspire our community to get involved in nature action. We meet monthly at weekends to explore different green areas and discuss nature, biodiversity, climate action, and share knowledge/personal experience. We occasionally organise workshops and additional events in our local projects. All welcome. Check our blog almondvalleynatureaction.blog for upcoming event details, or follow us on social media. almondvalleynatureaction.blog/contact/
MURIESTON ART GROUPWe’re a small friendly club meeting Mondays 10.00 - 12.30 (term time only) at Murieston Village Hall (behind Livingston South station, with large free car park). Qualified tutor @ approx £6 per week plus a current annual fee of £20. Lots of paper, paint and brushes available to those with no supplies. Tea/coffee/biscuits provided.
Email Janet.dicksondickson@ bt.internet.com or just turn up for a trial session for a small charge. Beginners and experienced artists all welcome. VISUALLY IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP WEST LOTHIAN - Come along and meet up with like-minded people who all have a visual impairment for support and a chat. Make new friends. Everyone is very welcome. Refreshments are available. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month 10.30am – 12pm (midday) in the Ability centre, Livingston North Partnership Centre, Carmondean Centre Road, Livingston EH54 8PT. For further information please contact: June - 07903540545 or Gwyneth07762152727
ROTARY CLUB OF LIVINGSTON
- The Rotary Club of Livingston has been supporting care/community organisations in the Livingston area but it would be wonderful to be joined by new members who could bring different outlooks and experiences to the work we do. We meet at 8pm on a Wednesday evening via Zoom using Subtitling/Closed Captions to facilitate members/visitors who have a hearing impairment. You are welcome to join us. Facebook: Rotary Club of Livingston. Visit livingston.rotary1020.org or contact secretary@livingston.rotary1020.org
LIVINGSTON SPORTING MEMORIES CLUB - If you had a keen interest in sports as a youngster and still have a passion for chatting about sport, then Livingston Sporting Memories Club will be right up your street. We meet every Monday at Livingston Cricket Club, 10.30am12noon to chat about our shared love for sport and enjoy a cuppa and cake. Come along and join us, you’ll receive a warm welcome. Contact Isobel (07584 290726), Jenny (07909 645084).
WEST LOTHIAN TREFOIL GUILD
- 18+ Ladies group. Ecclesmachan Village Hall 1st Tuesday of month Feb - Jun & Sept - Nov plus other adhoc meetings. For information please contact trefoilguild@girlguiding.co.uk or 02078346242
WEST LOTHIAN NETTERSRecreational netball club for adults 18+. A welcoming inclusive group, no prior experience or knowledge of netball required. Wednesdays 7.15-8.45pm in the sports hall at St Margaret’s High School. Cost £4.50. First session free -just turn up and play. For more information, visit or send us a message at www. facebook.com/p/West-LothianNetters-100069336074443. To add your child to the waiting list for our junior club, please email wljuniornetters@gmail.com
LIVINGSTON COMMUNITY
SHED - Join us at the Barn Cafe at Carmondean Community Centre,
Netherdechmont Farm, Fells Rigg, Carmondean, Livingston EH54 8AX on a Friday morning from around 11:00am to 1:00pm for coffee, bacon rolls and a chat plus hear about our active projects for community gardens, photography, woodwork and excursions. We are also evaluating other crafts and activities. Membership is free and all are welcome. Please contact: livingstoncommunityshed@gmail.com
LIVINGSTON PROBUS CLUB - A local group for retired and semi-retired men who regularly meet to enjoy interesting guest speakers and make new friends in a comfortable environment. We also join together for lunches, social nights, and occasional outings. We meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month from 10am–noon, Sept to May, in Deer Park Golf & Country Club and very warmly welcome new members. Interested? Contact Bill Nimmo, Probus Secretary, on 01506 853617
LIVINGSTON LADIES PROBUS CLUB - We meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at St Andrews Church Deans from 10.00am. You’ll find a varied programme of speakers, tea, coffee and good company. For more details contact Karen Stewart on Duncoillie@sky.com
WEST CALDER BRIDGE CLUB (WCBC) - WCBC invites you to come along and play the challenging card game of Bridge. We welcome bridge players from intermediate through to very experienced players WCBC meets on Tuesdays 7pm until 10pm. The cost is £3.00. WCBC address is: West Kirk of Calder, West Main Street, West Calder EH55 8EN. Further information and contact telephone numbers can be found on our website: www.bridgewebs.com/ westcalder
LIVINGSTON AND DISTRICT
AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETYWe are based in our own building behind the Scout Hall, Station Road, Broxburn. We meet every Wednesday evening from 19:00 to 21:00. As a member of the Radio Society of Great Britain, the club brings together members of all ages in a licensed pursuit which promotes STEM activities and local and international friendships through the medium of radio communication. We provide training for all levels of amateur radio licences in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Email: secretary@ladars.org.uk
13TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUT GROUP - Livingston Station Community Centre, Deans. We’re looking for more youth and adult members, and would like to hear from parents/guardians who would like to get involved as a sectional assistant or leader.
BEAVERS: Tue 6.30pm-7.30pm (ages 6-8)
CUBS: Thu 6.30pm-8.00pm (ages 8-10)
SCOUTS: Thu 7.00pm-9.00pm (ages 10-14)
If you are interested please contact Steven Graham on 07786 638442 or stevengraham162@gmail.com
WEST LOTHIAN PROSTATE
CANCER SUPPORT GROUPThe West Lothian Prostate Cancer Support Group can provide help and information and the opportunity to talk to men with recent treatment experience to give 'man to man' background to help them make a choice of the treatment they may be offered. Please contact for more information Duncan Wallace on 01506 632309 or Gordon Stuart on 01506 651388 or check our website elprostatecancersupport.co.uk
LIVINGSTON RAMBLERS GROUP - Walk with us every week on Thursdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Variety of walks to suit all abilities from challenging to gentle. All are welcome. For full walk details see: Ramblers webpage. www. ramblers.org.uk/scotland and on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ livingstonramblers. Contact us: info@livingstonramblers.org.uk or via Facebook messenger on Livingston Ramblers Group.
FUN LITTLE EDUCATIONPlaygroup available for children from 2 years old. Beech House Quarrywood Court, Livingston, EH54 6AX. Monday to Friday 9.30 - 14.30. For information contact Paulina on 07729 969989 or funlittleeducation@ gmail.com. All welcome.
LIVINGSTON SPEAKERS - If you've ever felt scared about public speaking, get anxious when giving presentations or avoid speaking up at meetings....then Livingston Speakers can help. We offer a safe, supportive environment where you can practice and get valuable feedback from the other members...and it doesn't matter if you make a mistake or freeze on the spot. We meet at Crofthead Farm Community Centre or online on Zoom please contact helen.toastmaster@ gmail.com or call 07733 100595 for more information.
LIVINGSTON UKULELE CLUBMeet every Tuesday 7.00pm-9.00pm in the church hall, St Andrew's Church, Deans, 4a Glen Road, Livingston. From beginners to experienced players all are welcome. We charge £2 per evening to cover the cost of the hall. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Website: livingstonukuleleclub. wordpress.com
Facebook: 'Livingston Ukulele Club' ART CLUB AT DEANS - Every Tuesday, 7.00-9.00pm, Deans Community centre (opp the Co-op). Come and join our friendly bunch. Bring your own projects or learn new skills. We give
guidance/tuition in drawing, acrylics and watercolours plus specialist techniques like silk painting. Check out our gallery in the centre or visit our FB page 'Deans Community Art Club'. Contact Jim Tripney 07748 517452.
29TH WEST LOTHIAN SCOUT
GROUP - We are looking for new members. Beavers 6-8 years Thursday 6.30-7.30pm, Cubs 8-10 years Monday 6.30-8.00pm, Scouts 10-14 years Wednesday 7.00-9.00pm all at Toronto Primary School Community Hall. For more information please contact Group Scout Leader David Nicol on 07876 776012 or david29wl@gmail.com
MURIESTON COMMUNITY
GARDEN - Become a volunteer for a new community garden next to Livingston South Railway Station. Help transform rough ground into a beautiful, tranquil garden for all to enjoy. See details at www. murieston-cg.org.uk, follow Facebook page "Murieston Community Garden", or join private Facebook group "Murieston Community Garden Volunteers". Details will also be posted on the noticeboard at Livingston South Station. Help needed for building, gardening and administration. All welcome, no gardening experience required.
COMMUNITY PLAYGROUPS - For children age 2-5 years. Armadale, Bathgate, Crofthead Farm, Fauldhouse, Uphall and West Calder. Morning sessions 9.15-11.30am, £10.00 per session. Full Day sessions 9.15am-2.00pm, £22.00 per session. Funded Places available. W: www.communityplaygroups.org T: 07904 623176
PROBUS CLUB - A local association for retired and semi-retired men to meet for fellowship and friendship. Meetings are held at the Hilcroft Hotel each Wednesday morning at 9.30 and usually conclude around 12 noon. An extensive programme of speakers is planned throughout the year and periodic lunches, dinners and outings are planned. Interested? Contact Rod Dow (Probus Secretary) on 01506 462772 or come along any Wednesday morning for a coffee and a warm welcome.
TABLE TENNIS CLUB - Thurs night 7.00pm - 9.00pm at Livingston Village Primary School. For more information contact Graeme 07368 921472
LIVINGSTON STATION PARENT AND TODDLERS GROUP - All parents/carers and toddlers are welcome to attend. We meet every Tuesday and Thursday morning during school term from 10am to
11.30am, Deans Community Hall. Cost is £1.50. Includes messy play. A snack is provided. For information contact Facebook “Parent and Toddler Livingston Station Deans” or Stace Mclauchlan on 07760 853310
WEST LOTHIAN U3A - Retired or semi-retired and looking for a new way to spend your free time? Why not try u3a? u3a is a UK wide movement for retired or semi-retired people who wish to make new friends, continue learning in an informal setting, and keep active. Most groups meet at Uphall Community Centre. No formal qualifications are required and nongiven. For more information see: W: u3asites.org.uk/westlothian/home E: memsecwlu3a@gmail.com T: 01506 844274
CLUB - Do you need some help with your laptop, tablet or smart phone? We can provide friendly practical advice on using and getting the most from the technology. Come along as often Waterstone's Cafe in The Centre from 10.00 - 12.00am every Tuesday. Contact Chris Cosgrove for information on 07778 704860.
LIVINGSTON SUBBUTEO CLUB
- Intending to restart the Livingston Subbuteo Club and looking for ex members or new starts who might be interested. Contact Malc on 07815 699186 - maddandad94@gmail.com
MUSIC 4 U - Musical activities, fellowship and fun for people with dementia and their carers throughout West Lothian. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month in Carmondean Community Complex (parish church section) from 2 - 3.30 pm. It begins with afternoon tea then musical activities delivered by people with dementia expertise and musical ability, all volunteers. There's no cost. Great fun for everybody! More information from Nancy Burgoyne on 01506 419904 or email burgoynenancy49@gmail.com
CHOOSE YOU YOGA STUDIO & WELLNESS HUB - Carmondean, Livingston.
- Support and social activities for Carers, Young Carers and Disabled Adults. All our carers groups are offered blended – both in person and face to face, as are our social groups: weekly Coffee Morning; monthly Mental Health Support Group, Evening Support Group & Bereaved Carer Support Group as well as groups for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers. Regular Social Groups for Adults with disabilities. Power of Attorney Clinic (face to face) & Benefits Advice (phone or face to face). For information: T.: 01506 448000
E: office@carers-westlothian.com
W: www.carers-westlothian.com
GENERATION ARTS - Creative activities for adults across West Lothian to increase arts engagement in a non competitive, expressive and inclusive way. Promoting independence, confidence and good mental and physical health through dance, music and song, visual arts, creative writing and cinema. Contact: generationarts.info@gmail.com or phone 07521 358239
MACMILLAN CANCER
INFORMATION & SUPPORT - A free, confidential service providing a ‘listening ear’, emotional and practical support, help to access benefits/financial advice and other local services. Expert information for anyone affected by cancer – yourself, a relative, friend or carer. Face to face appointments at Partnership Centres in Bathgate, Livingston North, Broxburn, Fauldhouse and Blackburn. Phone and email support also available. Please call 01506 283053 or email: MacmillanWestLothian@westlothian. gov.uk
WEST LOTHIAN 50 PLUS
NETWORK - Social activities for the over fifties. Run largely by volunteers we offer a wide range of interest groups to help you stay fit and healthy in both mind and body, whilst socialising with others. Something for everyone, but, more importantly, the chance to meet up and join in with old friends or make new friends along the way. Annual joining fee £36. Follow our Facebook page, visit www.westlothian50plusnetwork. co.uk or call 01506 635510
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