Update to our works at Old Fordell Tunnel

Thank you for your patience and understanding whilst our pumping operations continue to control the underground water levels.

Community meeting

We have reviewed several options for a permanent pipeline solution and would like to share these with residents at a community event in May.

We would like to invite residents to attend a community meeting, where we will provide an update on our work and the permanent pipeline solution.

This is an opportunity to learn more about the options we have reviewed, ask questions and stay informed. We will also make this information available on our community website for those that are unable to attend the meeting.

Meeting details:

Date: 13 May 2026

Time: 5.30pm

Venue: The Miners Welfare Club, 8 Woodburn Road, Dalkeith, EH22 2AT

Works at our mine water treatment site

Week commencing 6 May for approximately for 2 weeks, work will commence to lay the foundations for the new building at our mine water treatment site. During this period, residents may notice an increase in construction deliveries to support the concrete pour and, where required for safety, extended working hours. We apologise for any disruption this may cause, if you do have concerns, please do reach out to our Community Liaison Officer.

You can find out more about our Dalkeith mine water treatment programme on our website.

Community Liaison Officer

This week our Community Liaison Officer, Sarah McDaid, has been out and about speaking with residents. Sarah is available to speak with residents and help with any questions or concerns they may have.

Sarah 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.