Budget consultation launched Borderers opinion
We have launched our Budget Consultation and are seeking feedback from residents in the Borders to help shape the budget, due to be set in February 2025.
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New project launched to clean up historic High Street properties in Hawick
A free gutter cleaning scheme has been launched in Hawick to help protect the High Street’s historic buildings.
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Bertie bags early Christmas gift with card design
Bertie Foster from Ayton Primary School has been selected as the winner of the Convener’s Christmas card competition this year
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New section of shared-use path opens over festive season
A new section of the River Tweed Trail will be temporarily available for walkers, wheelers and cyclists to make use of over the Christmas holiday period.
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High praise from the Accounts Commission
The latest Accounts Commission report highlights our sound track record of strong financial management, delivering planned savings and endorses our commitment to continuous improvement.
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Primary and secondary teacher education opportunity for graduates
Scottish Borders Council wants to hear from graduates living in the Borders who would be interested in gaining a qualification that would allow them to gain GTCS registration as a teacher.
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Refurbished Newcastleton play park opens with community event
An official opening event took place on Thursday 12 December to mark the opening of the completely refurbished Newcastleton play park.
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Strategic Plan for unpaid carers sets out new vision for living well in the Scottish Borders
The Health and Social Care Partnership’s strategic plan for unpaid carers, as approved by the Integration Joint Board earlier in the year, has now been published.
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Borders annual Clubsport Awards celebrate sports stars from across the region
The annual Clubsport Awards took place across the Borders last month, celebrating the regions sports stars and their achievements.
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New shared-use crossing - safer for walkers, wheelers and cyclists
A new shared crossing on the A72, Innerleithen Road, Peebles has been successfully completed and is now in use, making walking, wheeling and cycling in the area safer and more accessible for everyone
