Scottish Borders Council

13/06/2026

Our Active Schools Summer of Sport days for primary 1- 7 children are back this, Summer!

Our summer holiday activity days offer a wide range of fun sport and physical activities including:

• Basketball, badminton, tennis, and netball
• Football, rugby, cricket, and hockey
• Soft archery, Just dance, capture the flag
• Athletics, team challenges and more

Taking place across the area in Duns, Earlston, Eyemouth, Jedburgh, Kelso, Peebles and Selkirk during July and August.

You can find more information on venues, dates and how to book your child’s place here:
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/booksummerofsport

13/06/2026

Due to essential maintenance all online forms on our website will be unavailable between the hours of 08:30–13:30 on Tuesday 16 June.

Customers will be unable to access or submit any forms during this time including internal forms such as complaints, we advise to either call back later or keep an eye on the website for forms coming back online. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

12/06/2026

Great news for our young people as the latest School Leavers Report reveals school leavers across the Scottish Borders are achieving record levels of positive destinations and continued improvements in attainment!

School leavers across the Scottish Borders have achieved record levels of positive destinations and continued improvements in attainment - according to the latest annual School Leavers Report.

12/06/2026

Summer School holidays are almost here!

There's a wide range of Summer of Sport activities, as well childcare and youth opportunities taking place each week, across the region.

You can find more information on all activities and days out at: www.scotborders.gov.uk/summerofsport

12/06/2026

Closing date for the and District Community Council election is Tuesday 23 June. If you’re a local resident interested in becoming a community councillor, find out more at: www.scotborders.gov.uk/ccelections

12/06/2026

If you haven’t got your ticket already, make sure you book your seat now for the world premiere of Water Colours–the newly commissioned song cycle inspired by the landscapes, history, people, and culture of the River Tweed.
📍 Old Parish Church, Kelso
🕒 3–4pm
🎟️To find out more, visit: www.scotborders.gov.uk/watercolours

12/06/2026

Due to national system updates out with our control, we remain unable to update NDR accounts or issue bills at present. Please see our webpage for more information and updates - https://ow.ly/P9hs50Z7ZBf

12/06/2026

If you’re caring for someone, having the right advice and information can make a real difference—helping you feel recognised, valued and part of a supportive community, as well as suggesting ways to support your own health and wellbeing.
👉 This , take a moment to find out more:
www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4961/health-and-social-care-partnership-supports-carers-week

12/06/2026

Pop in and chat with our Trading Standards Officers today at Café Recharge CIC, Galashiels, from 10am to 12 noon.

They’ll be on hand to share advice on how to spot and avoid scams, and explain how Trading Standards can support you in staying protected.

11/06/2026

Pop in and chat with our Trading Standards Officers tomorrow at Café Recharge CIC, Galashiels, from 10am to 12 noon.

They’ll be on hand to share advice on how to spot and avoid scams, and explain how Trading Standards can support you in staying protected.