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“We’re investing in a much-needed resource for Falkirk”
22/07/2025

“We’re investing in a much-needed resource for Falkirk”

Businessman Douglas Hannigan says that once people see the quality of the project they will see it as an asset for the town

"Brian has stood firm in his support for Grangemouth and Alloa"
17/07/2025

"Brian has stood firm in his support for Grangemouth and Alloa"

Falkirk East CLP has said that Brian Leishman 'belongs in the Labour Party'

"It is just not acceptable ... no-one knows when they will be coming back to finish the job."
17/07/2025

"It is just not acceptable ... no-one knows when they will be coming back to finish the job."

A Bonnybridge resident has hit out at the uneven pavements and multiple trip hazards that have yet to be fixed

"We cannot expect the members of the public to respect us if we can't respect one another.."
16/07/2025

"We cannot expect the members of the public to respect us if we can't respect one another.."

Councillors agreed that members should set an example through their conduct at meetings and online.

"This a short-sighted change that will save money now but could cost a lot in the longer term."
30/06/2025

"This a short-sighted change that will save money now but could cost a lot in the longer term."

Falkirk Council staff will no longer provide care to residents at Tygetshaugh, who say that despite assurances that care support will not change they are still worried.

"Being a young carer or young adult carer brings significant challenges."
27/06/2025

"Being a young carer or young adult carer brings significant challenges."

Members also agreed to support the annual Young Carers Action Day and sign a covenant pledging their support

"Could that budget have been better? Absolutely!"
27/06/2025

"Could that budget have been better? Absolutely!"

Councillor Laura Murtagh says it feels like the main political parties are saying 'It's ma ba' and you're no playing!'

Falkirk has above average incidents of domestic violence.
27/06/2025

Falkirk has above average incidents of domestic violence.

Members of all parties supported the motion to tackle the issue 'head on' and highlight the support available

The centre is facing a 'backlog of maintenance' of more than £500,000.
27/06/2025

The centre is facing a 'backlog of maintenance' of more than £500,000.

Councillors heard the move would protect the programme - which has nearly 1000 participants - and allow it to expand

"Removing voting rights from religious reps ... sends a damaging message: that the only voices worth listening to are el...
27/06/2025

"Removing voting rights from religious reps ... sends a damaging message: that the only voices worth listening to are elected or secular. This is narrow, not inclusive."

The council agreed that the three religious representatives could still take part in debates, but that the decision making powers should rest with elected members.

"We're at a stage now with an older clientele that attend the premises."
25/06/2025

"We're at a stage now with an older clientele that attend the premises."

Falkirk's licensing board heard there had been "no issues" for the past ten years

"The club's existing bar and catering facilities cannot engage with fans the way they want to."
25/06/2025

"The club's existing bar and catering facilities cannot engage with fans the way they want to."

The club say the marquee with food and drink will help make a better match day experience for Falkirk fans

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