The Budget Consultation launched today, 20 October and is looking for feedback from residents in the Borders to help shape the budget, due to be set in February 2026
Have your say
The consultation explains how decisions are made, how money is spent, and how residents in the Borders can contribute to the decision-making process. Participants taking part in the consultation will be asked to respond on a variety of our budget and community priorities.
Residents who have attended the council’s engagement events ‘Community Conversations’, which have been taking place across the region have already shared their thoughts on what the priorities are for their communities. Our community engagement officers will be in supermarkets across the region until the end of October continuing to meet residents and listening to what matters most to them.
Councillor Euan Jardine, Leader of the Council
“As we plan the budget for the next year, it’s vitally important that we hear as many different voices as possible from within our communities.
“Meeting our engagement officers in supermarkets or responding to the budget survey is a simple way for residents to share their views and help shape the future of the Borders. Your feedback can make a real difference as we prepare the Council Plan and budget for 2026/27.
"We invite all residents to share what’s most important to them during this consultation. The broader the range of feedback we receive, the better we can ensure our decisions truly reflect the needs and priorities of our communities."
Councillor Leagh Douglas, Executive Member for Finance, IT and Corporate Performance
“We know that every decision we make about the Council’s budget has a real impact on people’s lives. That’s why we’re asking Borderers to share their views and priorities with us.
“By working together and listening to your feedback, we can make informed choices that reflect the needs of our communities and ensure we continue to deliver essential services across the region.”
Further information
All 2025 Community Conversations events are listed online; you can also follow our social media channels to stay informed.
Find further information about our financial plan and budget.
The Budget consultation can be completed online via Citizen Space from Monday 20 October through to Sunday 30 November 2025.