Views sought on flood risk management plans
Published: Friday, 30th July 2021Residents, businesses and community groups are encouraged to give their views on how flood risk can be managed across the Scottish Borders as part of a joint consultation with SEPA,
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‘Brave’ kitten saved from skip adopted by member of staff
Published: Wednesday, 28th July 2021A kitten that was rescued from a waste processing plant by one of our employees has been reunited with its rescuer after being adopted into the family home.
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Amber weather warning issued for thunderstorms
Published: Tuesday, 27th July 2021The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for thunderstorms which covers the central and eastern Scottish Borders.
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Public reminded of the dangers of open water
Published: Tuesday, 27th July 2021We are reminding the public of the dangers of open water swimming following a number of recent high-profile incidents across Scotland
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What Matters Hubs to re-open on a based basis
Published: Monday, 26th July 2021Plans have been confirmed for re-opening What Matters Hubs drop-in sessions on a phased basis over the next few months in line with government guidance
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Route for Scottish Borders stage of Tour of Britain revealed
Published: Tuesday, 20th July 2021The route for the penultimate stage of the 2021 Tour of Britain professional cycle race, which starts in Hawick, has been revealed today.
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Residents invited to join Eildon Community Fund Assessment Panel
Published: Friday, 16th July 2021The Eildon Area Partnership is keen to hear from local residents who would like to become members of a community led panel responsible for assessing applications to the Eildon Community Fund.
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Residents invited to join Tweeddale Community Fund Assessment Panel
Published: Friday, 16th July 2021The Tweeddale Area Partnership is keen to hear from residents who would like to become members of a community led panel responsible for assessing applications to the Tweeddale Community Fund.
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Consultation opens on proposed Tour O’ the Borders closed road cycling event
Published: Wednesday, 14th July 2021We've launched a public consultation on the proposed running of the Tour O’ the Borders closed road cycling event, being planned for Sunday 5 September
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Peebles community urged to have their say on plans to replace High School
Published: Tuesday, 13th July 2021As part of an ongoing consultation on plans to replace Peebles High School, members of the public are being encouraged to give their feedback on the proposals
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Survey works for Galashiels Academy
Published: Monday, 12th July 2021A series of survey works are to be undertaken this summer in preparation for the new Galashiels Community Campus.
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Call for nominations for Coldstream and District Community Council
Published: Friday, 9th July 2021Nominations are being sought for the Coldstream and District Community Council by-election.
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Further consultation on Galashiels Community Campus goes live
Published: Thursday, 8th July 2021A further consultation on more detailed plans for Galashiels Community Campus is now available to view online
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Council holds consultation on proposed changes to Christmas holiday dates
Published: Tuesday, 6th July 2021We are holding a consultation to seek views of parents, pupils, staff and anyone else with an interest in some suggested changes to the Christmas holiday dates for 2021-22 and 2022-23.
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Cheviot Community Fund opens to support local projects
Published: Monday, 5th July 2021The Cheviot Community Fund for 2021-22 is now open with £54,888.50 available for local community projects
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Residents invited to join Cheviot Community Fund Assessment Panel
Published: Monday, 5th July 2021The Cheviot Area Partnership is keen to hear from residents who would like to become members of a community led panel responsible for assessing applications to the Cheviot Community Fund
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UK Government Minister hears of progress across the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal
Published: Friday, 2nd July 2021The UK Government Minister for growth deals in Scotland, Iain Stewart MP, has visited Carlisle to meet representatives of the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal
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Thank you to our staff, our partners and Borders communities
Published: Friday, 2nd July 2021Convener of Scottish Borders Council, Councillor David Parker, has issued a thank you to the staff of the Council, partners and Borders residents for their support and efforts to tackle COVID-19
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Get Into Summer - free swim, inflatable, flume, diving and family sessions announced across the Borders
Published: Wednesday, 30th June 2021Today it was announced that all child, family and fun swim sessions from 5 July until 16 August will be adopted into the Get Into Summer programme, and be free for all users
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Phased reopening of Borders libraries to begin in July
Published: Monday, 28th June 2021Libraries across the Scottish Borders will open their doors once again in July as part of an accelerated reopening plan
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Council to hold online session for people interested in becoming a foster carer
Published: Monday, 28th June 2021Our Fostering team is holding an online information session to give people the chance to find out more about becoming a foster carer
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Independent inquiry details confirmed
Published: Friday, 25th June 2021Andrew Webster QC will lead an independent inquiry previously announced by the Chief Executive of Scottish Borders Council into the Council’s handling of concerns raised about a convicted teacher
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Ground investigation works to begin for Peebles Community Campus
Published: Friday, 25th June 2021A series of ground investigation works are to commence in preparation for the new Peebles Community Campus building
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Council invests in new mental health and wellbeing services for everyone
Published: Thursday, 24th June 2021Our mental health provision for young people, their families and Borders residents in general has been enhanced with the launch of two new mental health and wellbeing support services.
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Wildflower areas to help promote biodiversity across Scottish Borders
Published: Wednesday, 23rd June 2021We are seeking the public’s help in promoting and protecting areas of wildflowers across the region
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Flying the flag for Armed Forces Day
Published: Monday, 21st June 2021The Armed Forces Day flag is being flown at Council headquarters in Newtown St Boswells this week.
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Congratulations to Peebles High pupils on winning national debating competition
Published: Monday, 21st June 2021Elected members have congratulated Peebles High pupils, Thomas Dunmur and Laura Eggleton on being crowned overall winners of the Donald Dewar Memorial Debate Tournament for 2020-21
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Activities for all as Get into Summer programme of events launched across the Borders
Published: Thursday, 17th June 2021An unprecedented variety of activities for children and young people across the Borders is being offered up this summer through the launch of the Get into Summer programme of events
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‘Don’t be complacent’ warn NHS Borders and Scottish Borders Council
Published: Wednesday, 16th June 2021As COVID-19 cases rise, people in the Scottish Borders are being urged to be extra vigilant to help stop the spread of the virus
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Communities to shape future of frontline services
Published: Monday, 14th June 2021Communities across the Scottish Borders are to be asked to work with us and Live Borders to redesign key frontline services for the future
