People across the Borders have been encouraged to visit their community pharmacy for advice and support to treat minor illnesses

Scotland’s approach to implementing the ‘test, trace, isolate, support’ strategy, Test and Protect

The UK's proposed new immigration system could halve the number of people coming to Scotland, risking labour shortages in key sectors, an independent expert group has warned. New research undertaken by the Expert Advisory Group (EAG) on Migration and Population shows that 54.4% - more than half - of jobs in the Scottish Borders would be ineligible to be filled by a migrant from outside the UK under the UK Government’s proposals - shutting the door on our ability to overcome h

New figures show that 2,746 businesses in the Borders have already received support from the Scottish Government to support them through the coronavirus crisis, as the Scottish Government announces a new funding package will open soon for high growth companies. A total of £29.3million has been awarded to businesses in the Borders through a Scottish Government scheme designed to support small businesses and the retail, hospitality and leisure sector. Scotland’s Economy Secreta

South Scotland MSP, Paul Wheelhouse, has welcomed the First Minister's announcement that the Scottish Government is moving to Phase 3 of Scotland’s Coronavirus Route Map. First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon MSP, gave the green light on Thursday with a number of changes in Phase 3 being introduced in stages. The new rules came into place today (Friday 10th July), making face coverings mandatory in shops and retail premises. A full list of the changes and timescales is available at