Teviot and Liddesdale - Integratis service/property change proposals
Detailed below are the property change proposals in Teviot and Liddesdale put forward by the independent consultants following their review.
We will not be making any decisions regarding service or property changes at this time, recognising that there is much to consider and further work is required. Community and stakeholder consultation is also essential prior to any recommendations being made for Full Council to consider.
Please note that in some instances the consultants have identified multiple options for services/facilities which need to be read independently and not in conjunction with other proposals in that location.
In preparing for community and stakeholder engagement initial issues and considerations arising from the consultant’s property-related proposals have been captured by officers. These are not intended to be a complete or comprehensive list of issues and considerations, and through engagement with communities and stakeholders we anticipate many further options, considerations and issues will be raised.
This input will help to develop and shape final property and service recommendations, which are expected to be brought to Full Council for decisions in autumn.
Hawick
| Service/Property | Proposals within Integratis report | Initial issues and considerations arising from consultants' proposals to start discussions with communities |
|---|---|---|
| Teviotdale Leisure Centre | Consultants' Proposal: Retain and implement a phased redevelopment strategy |
Further consideration is needed in relation to the redevelopment opportunity, including capital investment required and return on that investment. Retention of some indoor bowling facilities needs to be considered as part of any redevelopment of the existing facility which would allow inclusion of additional services/facilities which maximise usage and generate additional income. Opportunities to co-locate other services/facilities from within the town should also be considered. Hawick has a registered Local Place Plan following the work of the Town Team and direct engagement will take place to explore options further. |
| Hawick Library | Consultants' Proposal: Consolidate with Teviotdale Leisure Centre ensuring digital and mobile library enhancements |
Other opportunities to co-locate this facility into other community facilities in the town should be considered. Parts of the building are currently used by other community groups and relocation of these would need to be taken into account. Hawick has a registered Local Place Plan following the work of the Town Team and direct engagement will take place to explore options further. |
| Hawick Town Hall | Consultants' Proposal: Retain and review programming and pricing models while considering community asset transfer |
This proposal relates specifically to the hall element of the building. Consideration needs to be given to opportunities to maximise usage and income. Hawick has a registered Local Place Plan following the work of the Town Team and direct engagement will take place to explore options further |
| Borders Textile Towerhouse | Consultants' Proposal: Close and proceed with consolidation while preserving key exhibitions and collections; consider consolidation into Heart of Hawick |
Significant additional work is required in relation to this proposition, including consideration of the impact on the collection and whether there are any genuine opportunities for disposal of the property through Community Asset Transfer or sale. Hawick has a registered Local Place Plan following the work of the Town Team and direct engagement will take place to explore options further. |
| Heritage Hub | Consultants' Proposal: Merge all archive functions at St Mary’s Mill in Selkirk and repurpose the building for business use; secure necessary capital investment |
Significant additional work is required in relation to this proposition. The Scotland's People service operates from the facility. The archive service was specifically moved to the Heritage Hub. Opportunities to maximise usage and income need to be considered. Hawick has a registered Local Place Plan following the work of the Town Team and direct engagement will take place to explore options further. |
| Heart of Hawick | Consultants' Proposal: Integrate Textile Tower House while repurposing existing office space. |
Consideration needs to be given to opportunities to co-locate other services/facilities into this venue. The impact on existing business space needs to be considered. Hawick has a registered Local Place Plan following the work of the Town Team and direct engagement will take place to explore options further. |
| Wilton Primary Swimming Pool | Consultants' Proposal: Proceed with closure while ensuring a seamless transition of swimming provision to Teviotdale Leisure Centre |
This facility is used by service users with specific needs and no proposal can be considered until suitable alternative provision are available. Options to make better use of this facility at other times should be considered in the first instance. At this time there is no intention to consider any changes and therefore no consultation will take place on this facility. |
Newcastleton
| Service/Property | Proposals within Integratis report | Initial issues and considerations arising from consultants' proposals to start discussions with communities |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastleton No. 8 Club | Consultants' Proposal: Proceed with closure or Community Asset Transfer, ensuring a community-led transition |
There is the potential for community interest in a Community Asset Transfer. A new model of community centre management could also be explored. Links to school and plant room and also yard access need to be investigated further. |