Emergency Contacts for the Christmas Period

Christmas can be a difficult time, and sometimes we all need a bit of extra support. Whilst my offices are closed until 6 January 2025, there is still help and advice available. Some important emergency contact are listed below for your reference: 

Emergency Services – 999
Non-Emergency (Police) – 101
Non-Emergency (NHS) – 111
Midlothian Council:

• Social Work – 0800 731 6969
• Housing Repairs – 0131 663 7211
• Homelessness – 0131 201 0450

​East Lothian Council:

• Social Work – 0800 731 6969
• Housing Repairs – 01875 612818
• Homelessness – 0800 196 1611

Gas Emergency - 0800 111 999
Scottish Water – 0800 0778 778
SEPA Floodline – 0345 988 1188
SP Energy Networks – 105
Crimestoppers – 0800 555 111
Childline – 0800 1111
Drugs and Alcohol Support (call Frank) – 0800 77 66 00
Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 027 1234
Breathing Space – 0800 83 85 87
Samaritans – 116 123
NHS 24 Mental Health HUB – 111
Shelter Scotland – 0808 800 4444