Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Published: Friday, 9th April 2021Scottish Borders Council has arranged for its flags to fly at half-mast on all Council buildings as a mark of respect to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, following the announcement of his death.
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One week left to register to vote ahead of Scottish Parliament election
Published: Monday, 12th April 2021There is just one week left to register to vote so you can have your say in the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 6 May.
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Next phase of Hawick Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme announced
Published: Thursday, 8th April 2021The next phase of the £1.57m Hawick Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) has been announced this week, with a new round of grant funding opening
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Virtual What Matters Hubs to be trialled in Teviot and Liddesdale
Published: Thursday, 8th April 2021A series of virtual What Matters Hubs for Teviot and Liddesdale residents will be available for 12 weeks from Thursday 22 April 2021.
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Return of all pupils to school confirmed
Published: Tuesday, 6th April 2021The First Minister has confirmed the full-time return of all school pupils after the Easter break, with the exception of children who are shielding.
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Consultation launched for Eyemouth Primary School
Published: Tuesday, 6th April 2021An informal community consultation on plans to replace Eyemouth Primary School has been launched today
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Candidates announced for upcoming Scottish Parliament election
Published: Wednesday, 31st March 2021Following the close of nominations for the upcoming Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 6 May, the candidates can be announced.
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Council launches second phase of consultation on draft Anti-Poverty Strategy
Published: Tuesday, 30th March 2021We have launched the second phase of our consultation on the draft Anti-Poverty Strategy.
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One week left to apply for postal vote for Scottish Parliament election on 6 May
Published: Tuesday, 30th March 2021There is just one week left until the deadline for postal vote applications if you wish to vote by post in the Scottish Parliament election
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Galashiels Campus consultation boards installed at Transport Interchange
Published: Tuesday, 30th March 2021Exhibition boards outlining the various proposals for the new Galashiels Community Campus have been erected at Galashiels Transport Interchange
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Council launches region’s first Community Food Growing Strategy
Published: Thursday, 25th March 2021A five-year Community Food Growing Strategy which aims to support and facilitate community food growing in the Scottish Borders, driven by the needs of communities, has been launched
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Eyemouth community invited to get involved in developing local health and wellbeing plan
Published: Wednesday, 24th March 2021We are looking to hear from community groups and local residents in Eyemouth who would like to be involved in a new and innovative approach to developing a health and wellbeing plan for the area
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Day of Reflection one year on from first COVID-19 lockdown
Published: Tuesday, 23rd March 2021A year ago the UK went into the first national lockdown
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Council keen to hear from dedicated and committed social workers
Published: Monday, 22nd March 2021We have a number of vacancies in our social work department and are keen to hear from dedicated and committed professionals ready for the next stage in their career
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Young people make Promise to the Planet to help the climate emergency
Published: Monday, 22nd March 2021As part of Global Day for Climate Action 2021 on 19 March, the Scottish Borders’ Youth Ambassadors for Sustainability launched their #OurPromiseToThePlanet campaign for the coming year
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Preliminary road traffic data made public ahead of 20mph trial consultation
Published: Monday, 22nd March 2021Ahead of a public consultation on the 20mph trial later this spring, initial road traffic data showing the effects the trial has had on average speeds has been made available
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Full funding for roads, communities, digital developments and COVID-19 recovery agreed in budget
Published: Friday, 19th March 2021Our five year revenue budget and 10-year capital plan was decided by Councillors today
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Galashiels Community Campus consultation launched
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021An informal community consultation on plans for a new secondary school in Galashiels has been launched today
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Boost for Borders as multi-million pound Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal signed
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021The Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal has been signed today, confirming millions of pounds of investment into the Scottish Borders.
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Ground-breaking Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal has been signed
Published: Thursday, 18th March 2021The Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal was formally signed today bringing in up to £452million of fresh investment to the Borderlands area.
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Parents and carers eligible for means tested free school meals to receive £100 payment
Published: Wednesday, 17th March 2021Parents who meet the criteria for means tested free school meals are urged to make sure they are registered so they can receive the Spring Support Payment benefit of £100
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Scottish Borders to host Tour of Britain in September
Published: Wednesday, 17th March 2021The Tour of Britain, the country’s biggest professional cycle race and largest free to spectate event, will return to the Scottish Borders again this year
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Council launches consultation on draft Anti-Poverty Strategy
Published: Tuesday, 16th March 2021The first phase of the consultation on our draft Anti-Poverty Strategy has been launched and will run from 16 March to 16 May 2021
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Electoral registration and postal vote application deadlines highlighted for voters
Published: Monday, 15th March 2021Those eligible to vote in the upcoming Scottish Parliament election on 6 May are being reminded of the deadlines for registering to vote and for applying for a postal vote
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Draft financial plans published ahead of budget-setting meeting
Published: Friday, 12th March 2021We will set our budget for 2021-22 next week
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Jenny Linehan elected to represent Leaderdale and Melrose
Published: Friday, 12th March 2021Scottish Conservative and Unionist candidate Jenny Linehan has been elected as a Councillor for the Leaderdale and Melrose Ward following a by-election yesterday.
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Extended summer opening hours for community recycling centres
Published: Thursday, 11th March 2021New summer opening hours for community recycling centres in the Scottish Borders will be introduced from 29 March 2021
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Joint news release from NHS Borders and Scottish Borders Council
Published: Wednesday, 10th March 2021The First Minister has announced the easing of some outdoor COVID-19 restrictions
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Public opinion sought on proposed trial of one-way system on Chiefswood Road in Melrose
Published: Friday, 5th March 2021Borderers are being asked to provide their opinion on a proposed trial of a one-way system on Chiefswood Road in Melrose which aims to encourage more walking and cycling and active travel in general
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Public opinion sought on trial of reduced speed limit on backroads between Peebles and Peel
Published: Friday, 5th March 2021Borderers are being asked their opinion of a recent trial which saw a temporarily reduced speed limit from 60mph to 40mph for vehicles along backroads between Peebles and Peel
