Community Conversations 2026

Overview

Community Conversations 2026/27

Talk today, shape tomorrow

Community conversations offer people the opportunity to speak with Councillors  and Senior Officers from the Council, to help understand what really matters to you and your community. 

Why take part in conversations?

• Taking part in community conversations is an opportunity to have your voice heard. 
• Conversations help us to understand what really matters to you and your community.

In August 2026, a series of events will take place as we plan for the 2027/28 Council Plan and associated budget.  If you are unable to attend one of the planned events, but would still like to have your say, you can do so by completing this short survey.  The survey will run from Friday 24 July until 31 August.  

Upcoming Events

Public events in halls

Events are open to the public and consist of an introductory presentation by Directors followed by facilitated round-table discussions.

• Thursday 6 August 2026 - Volunteer Hall Galashiels, Eildon,  6-8pm
• Tuesday 11 August 2026 - Volunteer Hall Duns, Berwickshire,  6-8pm
• Thursday 13 August 2026 - Lesser Hall, Hawick Town Hall, Teviot & Liddesdale, 6-8pm
• Tuesday 25 August 2026 - Peebles Burgh Hall, Tweeddale, 6-8pm
• Thursday 27 August 2026 - Jedburgh Town Hall, Cheviot, 6-8pm

Drop in conversations

Our community engagement team will be available to speak to at a range of settings.  

• Friday 24 and Saturday 25 July - Border Union Show, 9am-5pm
• Saturday 1 August - Selkirk Farmer's Market, 9.30am-1pm
• Wednesday 5 August - Morrisons Hawick, 12-2.30pm
• Saturday 15 August - Peebles Farmer's Market, 9am-3pm
• Saturday 22 August -  Kelso Farmer's Market, 9.30am-1.30pm
• Saturday 29 August - Scottish Borders Pride Event, Galashiels,12-5pm