May 2005 - Scottish Borders Council

Headlines for May 2005

Refurbished sailing centre opens - Tuesday, May 31 2005
The Whiteadder Sailing Centre near Cranshaws was formally opened on Friday (May 27) by Euan Robson, Deputy Minister for Education & Young People and MSP for Roxburgh and Berwickshire.
Residents praised for recycling skills - Monday, May 30 2005
Residents in Roxburgh are being congratulated on their recycling skills. The processing company has said that early loads from the lilac and clear recycling bags are of very high quality.
Wilton Primary praised for good relationships - Monday, May 30 2005
Wilton Primary was judged to have helped all pupils and parents feel fully included in the life of the school when it was inspected in February 2005 by Her Majesty's Inspectors of Education (HMIe).
Selkirk Ladies lead new Hockey 7s - Friday, May 27 2005
Scottish Borders Council’s Sports Development Unit last week launched the Community 7s hockey league at Tweedbank Outdoor Sports Complex, near Galashiels, and Berwickshire High School, Duns.
New Ways to Win in 2005 - Thursday, May 26 2005
The prestigious Scottish Borders New Ways Awards 2005 were launched today (May 26) to recognise and reward excellence in the community.
Second annual Hawick Highland Games - Thursday, May 26 2005
The second annual Hawick Highland Games will be held on Saturday 4th June starting at 11.00a.m. in the town’s Volunteer Park.
Boost for school clothing allowance - Wednesday, May 25 2005
Scottish Borders Council is increasing its family allowance for school clothing & footwear from £40 per child to £45 per child from August 2005.
New site agreed for High School - Wednesday, May 25 2005
Scottish Borders Council yesterday (May 24) agreed in principle to build a new Berwickshire High School on a new site, on the opposite side of the road to the existing school in Duns.
Scottish Borders among top 10 Lottery Winners - Wednesday, May 25 2005
The Scottish Borders was one of the top 10 regional lottery winners in 2004, with 136 projects totalling £2.6 million.
Small Schools Policy includes extra £500,000 - Wednesday, May 25 2005
Scottish Borders Council's Education Executive yesterday (May 24) approved a policy for small schools in the region.
New policy to tackle school bullies - Wednesday, May 25 2005
Borders schools are to introduce fresh guidelines to reduce bullying. The move follows approval of a new anti-bullying policy by Scottish Borders Council's Education Executive yesterday (May 24).
Council IT team wins healthcare award - Monday, May 23 2005
Scottish Borders Council's IT unit has won second place for Best Use of IT in Integrating Healthcare and Social Care at the 2005 Healthcare IT Effectiveness Awards.
Selling to the Council - Friday, May 20 2005
On Tuesday 21 June, the Corporate Purchasing Unit of Scottish Borders Council is organising an event for suppliers.
3High Schools Project Moves a Step closer - Friday, May 20 2005
Overwhelming and emphatic support from the Council
Scottish Biodiversity Week 21-29 May - Wednesday, May 18 2005
Various events are being held in the next week to help people find out more about our natural heritage. Join us to celebrate the wonderful wildlife on our doorstep.
Survey reveals Borders backyard wildlife - Tuesday, May 17 2005
A year's survey of wildlife in Scottish Borders gardens has revealed an intriguing picture of bats, birds and butterflies.
Young musicians needed for Borders' instrumental groups - Tuesday, May 17 2005
Scottish Borders Council is inviting local young musicians to join the region's instrumental music groups for rehearsals starting in October.
Notice of Poll: Election of Councillor for Kilnknowe and Clovenfords - Tuesday, May 17 2005
Polling will take place between the hours of 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Thursday, 9 June 2005 for the election of a Councillor for the above mentioned ward there remaining more than one validly nominated candidate.
Free book bags for childminders - Monday, May 16 2005
A lively group of toddlers, childminders and parents gathered at Scotia Kids nursery in Galashiels on Thursday (May 12) for the launch of two enterprising initiatives to introduce young children to books and reading.
Scottish Borders to collect record Council Tax - Monday, May 16 2005
Scottish Borders Council is set to outstrip its high-ranking position for Council Tax collection this year, according to new figures revealed to its Executive on Tuesday, 10 May.
Riders at Common Ridings must protect themselves - Thursday, May 12 2005
Participants in future Common Ridings and festivals are to be advised to ensure that they have adequate personal injury and legal liability insurance to cover them in the event of any accident in which they might be involved.
By-election for Kilnknowe & Clovenfords - Wednesday, May 11 2005
Nominations close at 4pm on Tuesday, 17 May for candidates for the proposed by-election for the Scottish Borders Council ward of Kilnknowe & Clovenfords.
Borders Planning Officers pass muster - Wednesday, May 11 2005
Representatives attending a recent seminar on planning in Peebles paid tribute to the close working relationship they enjoy with the Council's Development Control Service
Cycling Festival rolls into Duns - Wednesday, May 11 2005
The annual Scottish Borders Cycling Festival (June 11 and 12) provides a great opportunity to explore some of Britain's most spectacular scenery while enjoying a unique celebration of the region's history and culture.
Ecumenical service at Melrose Abbey - Wednesday, May 11 2005
On Sunday, 5 June, Melrose Abbey is to be the venue for an ecumenical service to mark the 60th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
First Borders Book Festival Fringe - Monday, May 9 2005
Scottish Borders Council's Arts Development section, with the assistance of The Eildon Tree magazine, and supported by the Borders Writers' Forum, have announced the first ever Borders Book Festival Fringe.
Support the Melrose Pipe Band Championships - Monday, May 9 2005
Toes will tap to the skirl of pipes and twirl of tartan in Melrose on August 20 when around 2,500 visitors are expected to attend the 2005 Pipe Band Championships and Highland Dance Contest.
Election Results for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk - Friday, May 6 2005
Statement from Returning Officer, David Hume, Chief Executive, Scottish Borders Council
Foster Care Fortnight 2005 - Friday, May 6 2005
Wanted - Permanent foster families for young people across the Borders
In Praise of Wood - Wednesday, May 4 2005
An exhibition of the work of Tim Stead, furniture maker and sculptor of international standing, is being held at the Chambers Institute in Peebles until Saturday 4 June.
Hawick farmer banned from keeping livestock - Wednesday, May 4 2005
Livestock farmer Ross Severs of Doorpool Farm, near Bonchester Bridge, was disqualified for life from keeping cattle, sheep, pigs or game birds when he appeared at Jedburgh Sheriff Court on Friday 29 April. As well as being banned from keeping animals he was also fined £700 for his two most recent offences.
New school policy on alcohol and drugs - Wednesday, May 4 2005
A new multi-agency approach and clear procedures to tackling drug and alcohol abuse among Borders secondary school children has been launched by Scottish Borders Council.
Tenders go out for Heart of Hawick - Wednesday, May 4 2005
Tender documents for the prestigious Heart of Hawick project went out today. The documents, which were hand delivered to an undisclosed number of interested, UK-based organisations, include a specification of works, a bill of quantities, preliminaries, drawings and details of health & safety requirements.
Hawick Recycling Centre opens - Wednesday, May 4 2005
Hawick residents will have a new place to recycle their waste materials from Monday 9 May, 2005.
Recycling caravan to visit Jedburgh - Wednesday, May 4 2005
Jedburgh householders will have the chance to learn more about Scottish Borders Council's kerbside recycling scheme on Tuesday 10 May from 11am to 2pm when the recycling information caravan will be stationed in the Canongate.
Harestanes’ play park to close for upgrading - Wednesday, May 4 2005
One of the region’s best-loved visitor attractions is to see major access improvements to the children’s play park, its single most popular feature.
New court opens in Peebles - Tuesday, May 3 2005
Tomorrow (Weds 4 May) will see the first sitting of the Sheriff Court in Peebles at its new premises in the Council’s Rosetta Road Council Offices.
Launch of proposed Scottish Borders Chamber of Social Enterprise - Tuesday, May 3 2005
Launch and inaugural meeting of the proposed Scottish Borders Chamber of Social Enterprise at 6pm on Wednesday 11 May 2005 at Tweed Horizons