https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 12 May 2026 01:03:42 +0000 Tue, 12 May 2026 01:03:42 +0000 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4943/new-orchard-takes-root-at-earlston-primary-school Borders pupils showed their gardening skills planting fruit trees in the grounds of Earlston Primary school. Mon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4942/judicial-review-being-sought-on-ditcher-law-wind-farm-approval We have lodged an application for a judicial review of the Scottish Energy Consents Unit’s decision to approve the Ditcher Law wind farm planning application. Mon, 11 May 2026 09:11:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4941/make-a-difference-become-a-foster-carer This Foster Care Fortnight anyone interested in becoming a carer is encouraged to find out more about how they could make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people in care. Mon, 11 May 2026 08:54:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4940/calum-kerr-elected-as-msp-for-midlothian-south-tweeddale-and-lauderdale Calum Kerr of the Scottish National Party has been elected as the MSP for the Midlothian South, Tweeddale, and Lauderdale Constituency. Fri, 08 May 2026 17:46:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4939/rachael-hamilton-elected-as-msp-for-ettrick-roxburgh-and-berwickshire Rachael Hamilton of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party has been elected as the MSP for the Ettrick, Roxburgh, and Berwickshire Constituency. Fri, 08 May 2026 17:40:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4936/celebration-event-held-for-english-for-speakers-of-other-languages-learners English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) adult learners have been congratulated at a special Celebration of Learning event. Tue, 05 May 2026 08:44:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4935/first-drop-in-information-events-for-residents-and-businesses-along-2027-tour-de-france-route We are holding a series of initial drop-in information events for residents and businesses ahead of the 2027 Tour de France.  Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:24:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4934/new-and-improved-accessibility-measures-at-sp-election Scottish Borders voters are being reminded to prepare for the Scottish Parliament election on 7 May, with accessibility measures in place to ensure everyone can cast their vote independently. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:09:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4933/entries-open-for-2026-greener-gateway-community-awards Entries are now invited for the annual Greener Gateway Community Awards. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:49:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4932/improved-payment-options-for-customers-but-warning-of-some-disruption We are implementing a new system to improve payment options for customers, including secure email payment links and the expanded use of an automated payment phoneline. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:39:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4931/one-week-deadline-to-apply-for-a-postal-vote There is just one week left until the deadline to register for new postal vote applications if you wish to vote by post in the Scottish Parliament election on 7 May. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:31:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4930/peebles-contact-centre-and-library-move-dates-confirmed Key dates have now been confirmed for the temporary closure and relocation of various public services in advance of the refurbishment of the Chambers Institution in Peebles. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:02:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4929/construction-underway-on-eyemouth-pump-track On Thursday 3 April 2026, representatives from ourselves, Eyemouth Town Team, and Eyemouth Community Council came together to mark the official start of construction on a new pump track for the town. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4928/amber-weather-warning-for-wind-issued-covering-scottish-borders The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for wind which covers a large part of the Scottish Borders from 7pm on Saturday evening to 3am on Sunday morning. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:20:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4927/ridonkulous-video-competition-launches-for-pupils-in-and-around-hawick RIDONKULOUS active travel campaign has launched an exciting new video competition inviting all pupils across Hawick to showcase how they enjoy getting around for their everyday short journeys. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:57:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4926/candidates-announced-for-upcoming-scottish-parliament-election Following the close of nominations for the upcoming Scottish Parliament election on Wednesday 1 April, the candidates have been announced. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:55:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4925/westruther-primary-school-receives-positive-report-from-hmie The HMIE report on Westruther Primary School published on 31 March 2026 has recognised several key strengths in the school's work. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:13:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4924/council-approves-proposal-to-proceed-to-a-statutory-consultation-to-close-and-rezone-fountainhall-primary At a meeting of full council on Thursday 26 March 2026, it was agreed to proceed to a statutory consultation to permanently close and rezone the catchment area of Fountainhall Primary School and ELC. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:20:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4923/eyemouth-primary-school-engagement-continues-as-third-round-of-focus-group-meetings-take-place Since early February, small focus groups have met to share their views and priorities, as a new phase of engagement to help shape the future of Eyemouth Primary school continues. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:03:00 +0000 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4922/consultation-being-held-on-hawick-conservation-area-appraisal-and-management-plan A 12 week public consultation is being held on the draft Hawick Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:35:00 +0000