Dalkeith update: 5 June 2026
Update to our works at Old Fordell Tunnel
Thank you for your patience and understanding whilst our pumping operations continue. Water levels underground have now returned to the level they were at before the incident occurred. This is a result of the pumping operation we have undertaken, and we need to continue pumping to ensure that these levels do not rise again.
At the community meeting on 13 May, we shared our plans for a permanent pipeline. We are currently working closely with Midlothian Council to reach agreements to use the land for our preferred route, and preparations are being made to start the work.
We are aware that the pedestrian crossing on Newmills Road just below James Lean Avenue is currently out of action. We are sorry for this inconvenience and will arrange for a temporary crossing to be put in place until access can be arranged for Midlothian Council to carry out the necessary repairs.
Works at our Mine Water Treatment Site
Our contractors, Bentleys, have made great progress and have poured all the foundations for site buildings. Work continues with the placement of steel to the building basement walls, and further concrete deliveries will be required to pour these.
Community Liaison Officer
Our Community Liaison Officer, Sarah McDaid, has been out and about speaking with residents although she is now on leave and will not be available until next Wednesday.
On her return, Sarah will continue to be available to meet with residents and help with any questions or concerns they may have.
Sarah’s availability next week will be Wednesday and Thursday 9-2pm. Following on she will be available Monday 1-5pm, Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday 9-2pm.
You can make an appointment to meet Sarah in person by contacting her on: 07392318280 or email Sarah.McDaid@miningremediation.gov.uk. If you need assistance at other times, please contact our customer service team at customerservice@miningremediation.gov.uk or call 01623 637000.
Key Contacts
You can find further information about the current road closures on Midlothian Council’s website.
For questions about bin collections please contact Midlothian Council on 0131 561 5284 or by email at contactcentre@midlothian.gov.uk.
If you notice anything unusual, like water collecting where it shouldn’t, dips in the ground, or odd noises coming from underground, please call our 24-hour hazard line straight away on 0800 288 4242.
Key contacts
Please contact us if there is anything you wish to discuss. The reference number for this project is I-391638.
Customer Services Team
If you have any questions about our work please call our customer services team on 0345 762 6848 or 01623 637 000 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm or email us at customerservice@miningremediation.gov.uk.
To report an emergency, please contact: 0800 288 4242 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) For more information about the Mining Remediation Authority, please visit www.gov.uk/mining-remediation-authority.