Fire service promise to keep Hawick station provision 'under review' Wednesday, 29 July, 2026 Fire chiefs have promised to keep the service in Hawick "under review" following a meeting at Hawick Fire Station with local MP John Lamont and MSP Rachael Hamilton. The meeting, held yesterday, was attended by Assistant Chief Fire Officer David Farries, alongside Chairman of Hawick Community Council, Cameron Knox, and Hon Provost Cllr, Clair Ramage. On Monday, John Lamont MP also met with the... Local News
Borders MSP praises volunteers at Hawick dementia cafe 24th February 2026 Borders MSP Rachael Hamilton has praised volunteers working with the local dementia cafe in Hawick after meeting members of the group last week. The MSP spoke... Local News
Local politicians praise 'inspiring' success of Hawick textile mill 10th February 2026 Local politicians have praised Hawick-based textile manufacturer, Hawico, for expanding its international growth following a visit to the group's textile mill... Local News
Local MSP visits A-listed Bernat Klein studio as refurbishment plans gather pace 6th January 2026 Local MSP Rachael Hamilton recently visited the studio that was once home to the celebrated textile designer Bernat Klein as refurbishment plans begin to get... Local News
Borders politicians meet NFUS and local farmers 4th November 2025 The local MP and MSP for the Borders recently met with the National Farmers Union Scotland (NFUS) to discuss the challenges facing the industry. John Lamont MP... Local News
Local MSP meets TransPennine Express to discuss service improvements 23rd September 2025 Local MSP Rachael Hamilton recently met with the TransPennine Express to discuss changes to their timetable and improvements to services. On Monday, the Borders... Local News
Rachael Hamilton MSP and Scottish Conservative leader meet with Campaign for Borders Rail 16th September 2025 Local MSP Rachael Hamilton and Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay met with the Campaign for Borders Rail on Tuesday to discuss ongoing railway... Local News
Local MSP backs coalition effort to save historic Borders building 29th July 2025 Local MSP Rachael Hamilton has backed a coalition of leading Scottish heritage and design organisations who have united to try and save a celebrated Borders... Local News
Borders MSP urges Scottish Government to host seagull summit in Eyemouth 18th June 2025 Borders MSP Rachael Hamilton has urged the Scottish Government to hold a summit in Eyemouth on what action can be taken to deter aggressive seagulls. The local... Local News
Borders Conservatives welcome shadow farming minister to the area 11th June 2025 Local Scottish Conservative politicians say they were “delighted” to welcome party colleague and shadow farming minister Robbie Moore MP to the Borders for a... Local News
