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Get Into Summer - free swim, inflatable, flume, diving and family sessions announced across the Borders
Today 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
Libraries 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
Our 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
Andrew 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
A 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
Our 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
We 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
The 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
Elected 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
An 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