Unitary authority in southeast Scotland which was previously a district within Lothian region (197596) and a county until 1974.
Area 677 sq km/261 sq mi
Towns Haddington (administrative headquarters), North Berwick, Dunbar
Physical area of contrasts, with coastal plains of cliffs, beaches and estuarine marines, broad river valley of the Tyne, volcanic outcrops (Bass Rock, Traprain Law) and gentle slopes of the Lammermuir Hills
Features Tantallon Castle (14th century); Muirfield golf course; Traprain Law fort
Industries whisky distilling, agricultural-based
Agriculture arable farming on plains
Population (2001) 90,100
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