About this episode

This episode provides essential information for West Lothian voters ahead of the Holyrood elections.

West Lothian voters, get ready for the Holyrood elections this Thursday! No ID needed, polls open at seven a.m. and close at ten p.m. Three constituencies: Bathgate, Almond Valley, and East Falkirk with Linlithgow. Counts in Livingston and Falkirk for Linlithgow. Postal voters can drop off completed packs at stations or other spots in your area. Two ballots: lilac for local MSP, peach for regions party list. No photos inside, emergency proxies apply up to five p.m. Stay informed on results rolling in soon. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3255844ad035e00b

Topics covered

• West Lothian elections
• voting guide
• polling information
• ballot details
• postal voting
• election results

Keywords

• West Lothian
• Holyrood elections
• voting
• polls
• ballots
• postal voting
• election results

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Mentioned in this episode

Products: lilac ballot, peach ballot

Places: West Lothian, Bathgate, Almond Valley, East Falkirk, Linlithgow, Livingston, Falkirk

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