Scottish Borders Council1 day agoCouncil advised to oppose 'incongruous' Tweed Valley turbinesConcerns have also been raised about the impact on golden eagles in the area near Walkerburn.1 day ago2 days agoMountain bike centre construction to start within weeksA £15.5m funding package is approved for the project on the site of a former mill. 2 days ago6 days agoCouncil tax rise of 8.5% agreed in Scottish BordersCouncillors vote by 23 to eight - with one abstention - in favour of the administration's budget.6 days ago17 Feb 2026Court overturns Scottish government's wind farm approvalAppeal judges conclude there were "material errors" in a reporter's approach and quash the decision.17 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Ministers approve Borders wind farm despite council oppositionEight wind turbines up to 200m tall will be built in the Lammermuir Hills, near Oxton. 16 Feb 20269 Feb 2026Parcel firm removes village locker after council orderThe InPost locker in Denholm was considered out of keeping with a "prominent conservation area".9 Feb 20266 Feb 2026'They need to be challenged', says councillor standing up to homophobic abuseFay Sinclair was sent a barrage of abuse after she announced she had been appointed as Scottish Borders Council's equalities champion.6 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Upgrade approved for 'most magnificent barn in the Borders'Torwoodlee House sits on an estate which has been home to the Pringle family since the 1500s.3 Feb 20263 Feb 2026High school hopes to tackle 'weak' attainment ratingThe secondary school in Kelso is working to address issues raised by inspectors.3 Feb 2026...
