Craig Hoy MSP has announced the launch of a search for a Local Hero who has made a positive difference to the lives of others in the South Scotland region. Tuesday, 14 May, 2024 From today, Craig is working to identify a constituent who will receive recognition for the important work they do to help others in their local community as a Local Hero. Launching his campaign Craig said: “I know many people in the south of Scotland give their time and energy selflessly to their local community, to make a positive contribution to the lives of others - often without recognition.”... Local News
John Lamont MP launches Boost the Borders plan 19th February 2024 John Lamont MP has launched a new plan setting out his key priorities for the future of the Scottish Borders. He said the policy paper was a "blueprint to... Local News
Borders MSP and MP write to Humza Yousaf over escalating local NHS crisis 13th February 2024 The Borders MSP and MP have urged Humza Yousaf to provide more funding to prevent cuts to local health services. Recently, NHS Borders said they would need to... Local News
Hawick rugby champions attend Downing Street reception 6th February 2024 Representatives of the title-winning Hawick Rugby Club team were recently honoured at a prestigious Downing Street ceremony. John Lamont MP nominated members of... Local News
Borders College say Scottish Government Budget to have 'significant negative impact' 6th February 2024 John Lamont MP has said he supports more funding for student places at the Borders College after concerns were raised that the latest Scottish Government budget... Local News
Health services to suffer from NHS Borders financial crisis 5th February 2024 Local politicians have said the financial crisis engulfing NHS Borders is "extremely concerning" and it is "distressing" to learn that health services will... Local News
Selkirk and Kelso pupils attend Downing Street for special event 30th January 2024 Pupils from Selkirk High School and Kelso High School attended a special Robert Burns themed event at Downing Street last week. Two dozen students from the... Local News
UK Government invests nearly £20,000 to upgrade Lauderdale football pitch 30th January 2024 John Lamont MP has welcomed news that the UK Government will provide £18,387 to upgrade the grass pitch at Lauderdale Youth Football Club. The “brilliant”... Local News
John Bathgate selected as candidate for Jedburgh and District Council By-Election 11th December 2023 Local resident John Bathgate has been selected as the Scottish Conservative and Unionist candidate in the Jedburgh and District by-election on Thursday 22... Local News
Rachael Hamilton Re-elected as MSP for Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire 20th May 2021 Following the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 6 May, Rachael Hamilton was re-elected as MSP for Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire. Mrs Hamilton was... Local News
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