Active project wins award

Midlothian Active Choices has been given the outstanding achievement in Sports, Leisure and Culture prize at the Association for Public Service Excellence awards.

The pilot project, run by NHS Lothian and Midlothian Council, was praised for its treatment of 300 individuals with mental health and obesity issues.

Morag Barrow of East and Midlothian CHP said: "It's a real honour to pick up this award and a testament to the achievements we've reached."