£670k Council fund established to further support Borders businesses
Published: Friday, 22nd January 2021Over £670k of additional support is being made available to Borders businesses suffering from the short-term financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Nominations open for Leaderdale and Melrose by-election
Published: Thursday, 21st January 2021The notice of the by-election in the Leaderdale and Melrose ward has been published today, with nominations for candidates open until 4pm on Monday 8 February.
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Referrals open for CEDAR domestic abuse support programme
Published: Thursday, 21st January 2021Referrals are currently being accepted for CEDAR, an innovative multi-agency initiative for children, young people and mothers who may be experiencing difficulties as a consequence of domestic abuse.
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Amber weather warning for snow issued for Scottish Borders
Published: Wednesday, 20th January 2021The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow which covers a large part of the Scottish Borders and runs from 6pm this evening (Wednesday) until 8am on Thursday.
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Lockdown restrictions extended
Published: Tuesday, 19th January 2021The First Minister has confirmed that lockdown restrictions will stay in place in the Scottish Borders, and across most of the country, until at least mid-February.
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Storm Christoph bringing rain and snow to the Scottish Borders
Published: Tuesday, 19th January 2021Weather warnings for rain and snow have been issued by the Met Office for the Scottish Borders, covering right through until 12noon on Thursday.
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Last chance for Borderers to take part in Council budget consultation
Published: Tuesday, 19th January 2021Borderers are being encouraged to take part in the consultation for this year’s budget before the closing date later this month.
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Efforts of young people, parents and staff acknowledged at end of first week of home learning
Published: Friday, 15th January 2021At the end of the first week of home learning in the latest lockdown the efforts of young people to maintain their learning and that of parents and school staff to support them has been acknowledged.
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Further COVID-19 measures to be introduced
Published: Wednesday, 13th January 2021The Scottish Government is introducing further measures from Saturday 16 January to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and limit non-essential contact.
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Weather warning for snow upgraded to amber
Published: Wednesday, 13th January 2021The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow, which covers the west and central Scottish Borders and runs from 3pm today (Wednesday) until 10am Thursday.
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'Catalyst for regeneration' - work on Great Tapestry of Scotland Visitor Centre progresses well
Published: Wednesday, 13th January 2021The Great Tapestry of Scotland Visitor Centre in Galashiels remains on course to open its doors this year.
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Borderers urged to be prepared for challenging conditions as snow and ice warning issued
Published: Tuesday, 12th January 2021A yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued for this Wednesday and Thursday covering almost the whole of the Scottish Borders.
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School and nursery enrolment to take place online between 18-22 January 2021
Published: Thursday, 7th January 2021Enrolment week will take place from 18-22 January 2021 for children due to start school or early learning and childcare from August 2021.
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More snow and ice forecast for Scottish Borders
Published: Wednesday, 6th January 2021The Met Office has issued another yellow weather warning for snow and ice for the Scottish Borders, which runs until 11.59pm on Thursday night.
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Continued challenging conditions as further ice warning issued
Published: Tuesday, 5th January 2021Following several days of challenging conditions, the Met Office has issued a further weather warning for ice for the Scottish Borders, valid from 4pm today (Tuesday) until 11am on Wednesday.
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Scottish Borders set for new COVID-19 lockdown
Published: Monday, 4th January 2021The First Minister has announced a new lockdown for mainland Scotland from Tuesday 5 January.
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Stick to the FACTS to suppress virus as Level 4 plans outlined
Published: Wednesday, 23rd December 2020We have announced our plans to support Borderers during the Level 4 restrictions which will come into effect from one minute past midnight on Boxing Day.
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Joint statement from NHS Borders and SBC on First Minister's announcement
Published: Sunday, 20th December 2020NHS Borders and ourselves have issued a joint statement following the First Minister's announcement on changes to Christmas restrictions and the introduction of Level 4 restrictions from Boxing Day.
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Tighter COVID-19 restrictions announced by First Minister
Published: Sunday, 20th December 2020Level 4 restrictions are to be introduced from Boxing Day
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Harvey's colourful Christmas tree design chosen as Council card for 2020
Published: Friday, 18th December 2020Our official Christmas card for 2020 will feature a design from Yetholm Primary School pupil Harvey Sanderson.
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Covid-19 Vaccination Programme underway in Borders Care Homes
Published: Thursday, 17th December 2020The Covid-19 vaccination programme is now underway in Borders’ Care Homes.
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Service changes for Christmas and New Year
Published: Wednesday, 16th December 2020Members of the public are encouraged to check our website for changes to services over the festive period.
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New Chief Executive announced
Published: Monday, 14th December 2020We can confirm the appointment of our new Chief Executive, Netta Meadows.
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Inspiring young people recognised for their community efforts
Published: Monday, 14th December 2020The Scottish Borders #2020InspireAwards are celebrating the achievements and voluntary contributions of 194 young people from across the region.
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Health and social care workers to be supported with transport over festive period
Published: Friday, 11th December 2020We are stepping in to support health and social care workers over the festive period following confirmation that public transport operators are to run much reduced services.
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Event organisers encouraged to check guidance and get advice when making plans
Published: Friday, 11th December 2020We continue to encourage community groups and event organisers to seek out advice and support as Scottish Government coronavirus restrictions continue to affect various planned and traditional events.
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Proposed review of Council service delivery to be discussed
Published: Friday, 11th December 2020Councillors will be asked next week to agree to a detailed review of how services are delivered, focused on how we can meet the needs of local people in the most effective and sustainable way.
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Clock counting down for EU nationals to apply to stay in Scottish Borders after Brexit
Published: Friday, 11th December 2020More than 2,500 EU nationals living in the Scottish Borders have successfully applied through the EU Settlement Scheme to stay following Brexit, however 1,500 are yet to submit their applications.
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Update to be provided on school plans
Published: Thursday, 10th December 2020Updates on the future plans for Galashiels Academy, Peebles High School and Eyemouth Primary School will be provided to a meeting next Thursday.
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Scottish Borders to move to Level 1
Published: Tuesday, 8th December 2020The First Minister has announced that the Scottish Borders will move from Level 2 to Level 1 of the multi-tier system from 6pm on Friday 11 December.
