Scottish Borders Council

The local authority in the Borders is told the adverse impact of the project outweighs its benefits.

Plans to convert an old mill had to be dropped after costs spiralled due to structural issues.

It follows an incident in which a refuse worker became tangled in a bungee rope attached to a wheelie bin.

Five facilities will continue to operate next year after Scottish Borders Council agreed a new plan.

Community groups using a Borders facility recommended for closure criticise the consultation process.

Live Borders - which is facing cuts to jobs and services - fills the post with a salary up to £99,000.

Sean Stratford and Leigh Hurley complained about a council installing only gender neutral toilets at a new primary school.

Scottish Borders Council promises "robust" talks over a report recommending dozens of sites close.