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Historic Falkirk mansion set to be sold after public consultation

Just 44 people responded to the consultation on the future of Kilns House, which has been empty since 2005, and it is now expected to go up for sale.

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East Lothian pension fund concern as Edinburgh gets vote on Falkirk merger

Despite Lothian Pensions Fund representing four local authorities it has been claimed only Edinburgh City Council members are able to vote on a propsed merger of their assets with Falkirk Council Pension Fund

Edinburgh Live

Avon Gorge could see road safety improvements in West Lothian from possible funding allocation

West Lothian Council could potentially receive a funding allocation of over £342,000 from Transport Scotland for casualty reduction projects.

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Family delight as son gets new accessible swing to play on and Falkirk Council promise more on way

A plea to a local councillor helped to deliver a special swing that means 11-year-old Rory can continue to have swing in the park

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Falkirk Council leader 'disappointed' in latest pay offer to council workers

Other council leaders say they need more cash from the Scottish Government before they can increase the offer to council staff as strikes loom

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Falkirk groups offered grants to help them clean up their communities

Council fund is open to groups and individuals who want to tackle litter and flytipping in their local areas.

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Falkirk Council apologise to passengers as bus services cut due to soaring costs

"The latest quotes offered by bus operators were significantly higher than the budget the Council has available to spend."

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Falkirk bins will go unemptied for eight days during strike action over 'pitiful' pay offer

Unite the Union is calling for the Scottish Government and COSLA to get 'back round the table' in a bid to avert the dispute

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Falkirk pupils celebrate exam success as results 'very positive'

Braes High School headteacher praises pupils for their 'bravery and resilience'

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Falkirk's 'chronic lack of funding' will 'devastate services', Swinney warned

The leader of the council's Labour group said the financial problems will inevitably mean more cuts she says - many of which will be devastating for communities.

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Falkirk Council staff will take part in Scotland-wide strike action

Unite the Union says two per cent offer was unacceptable in the face of the cost of living crisis, and warns unless a settlement is reached strikes could hit local schools and recycling centres.

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INEOS says new Grangemouth ground flares will cut noise and pollution

After years of complaints and warnings from SEPA, INEOS is seeking permission to install new ground flares

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Falkirk community plan new shop to help secure future of public hall once set for demolition

Bainsford Hall is now in the hands of a community trust who are looking to secure its long term future

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Independent Falkirk councillor demands answers on why scrutiny role is not paid extra

Councillor Brian McCabe has written to the leader of Falkirk Council and to COSLA to raise the issue

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Controversial Falkirk farmland housing plan will go to Scottish Government

Miller Homes is now appealing for permission to build 250 homes on greenbelt land near Stenhousemuir, despite 1,700 people signing a petition opposing the plans.

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Failing Falkirk bus services could be brought under council control

A shortage of bus drivers and falling passenger numbers have left those who rely on buses facing unacceptable delays and an unreliable service, says Councillor Claire Mackie-Brown

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Hundreds of young people in Falkirk take up offer of help with mental health

The team behind the new face-to-face and digital services say they are still keen to reach teenagers and those who have left school

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Fury as Falkirk residents left 'stranded' by road closure for second time

High Bonnybridge residents who rely on buses were left without public transport, to Councillor Billy Buchanan's anger

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Bid to restore ruined Falkirk mansion near landfill takes first steps

This could be the last chance to save the impressive B-listed building, Falkirk Council's planning department agrees

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Former Falkirk Provost calls for report on why new councillors were offered senior roles

But Falkirk's SNP group leader says her door was always open to Independents as she formed her new administration

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Falkirk Conservatives hit out as SNP councillor takes on major national role

The SNP's Shona Morrison has pledged to be 'Team Local Government' in her new role as the president of COSLA, but the appointment has been criticised locally.

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Falkirk finds £7 million savings amid cost of living rise warnings

The council will no longer have to use the £5 million of reserves it had expected to need to balance the books - but has been warned it could face more financial demands.

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Falkirk taxi fares rising to help trade cope with soaring cost of fuel

Councillors agreed the increase is necessary although there are fears it will drive customers away from using taxis

Edinburgh Live

Scots council promises £1 million in cost of living crisis support

Falkirk council have recently announced a series of plans to help low income families as the cost of living crisis continues to bite- including a hardship fund and free access to swimming

Daily Record

Falkirk district to get £6 million to replace EU funding and 'build pride'

A final bid will be made to the UK Government's shared prosperity fund to boost employability and support local businesses

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