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Falkirk Council creates new jobs to handle demand of people in care left waiting months for records

Falkirk Council has been struggling to keep up with statutory obligations to give access to people wanting their care records as result of the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry.

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One of Falkirk's longest serving councillor steps down after almost 40 years

David Alexander will not be seeking re-election in May.

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'Eyesore caravan' filled with wood in car park sparks fury from Grangemouth residents

Police have been called out to the vehicle with locals saying it's attracting youths and anti-social behaviour.

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New mental health services launched for young people across Falkirk

New mental health services are offering support to children and young people aged from five to 24 in Falkirk before they hit crisis point.

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Grangemouth shopkeeper caught selling cannabis cookies keeps licence

Falkirk Council board heard that the cookies had been tested in a police station by officers who found them and “they did test positive for cannabis.”

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Plans to build affordable housing near Falkirk town centre rejected again

There are worries about parking on busy roads that are very close to an entrance to Central Retail Park.

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Russia risk to Falkirk Council's pension fund is 'miniscule'

Falkirk Council's pensions committee was told they have no direct investments in Russian companies, but the turmoil created by the invasion could affect the fund.

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Dangerous Avon Gorge road still not upgraded as Falkirk council bid for funding

The narrow stretch of road which links Falkirk and West Lothian has seen deadly accidents and numerous crashes, and now both councils are working together to secure funding for a long-awaited upgrade.

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Smoking ban for Falkirk council staff on video calls and in their cars

Council employees will be banned from smoking during video calls - even if they are in their own homes - and in their own cars if they are being used for council business.

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Falkirk SNP councillor quits after being arrested and charged over assault allegation

Niall Coleman, who represents Bonnybridge and Larbert, is also the convener of Falkirk Council's licensing board.

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Falkirk bar worker who battered woman during row over wife's affair allowed to keep alcohol licence

Andrew Simpson pleaded guilty to the assault at Falkirk Sheriff Court last year, and Falkirk Council's licensing board heard the conviction was a cause for concern.

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'Life-changing' mentoring programme introduced to three Falkirk district schools

Award-winning charity MCR Pathways has teamed up with Falkirk Council to make it happen.

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Falkirk pubs want extra time to celebrate Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Falkirk council is to consider granting local bars later opening hours for the bank holidays to help people celebrate the Queen's historic jubilee.

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Council tax in Falkirk will rise by 4% from April

The increase was agreed today when Falkirk Council met to set the budget for the year ahead.

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Falkirk Children's Rights Service praised for 'empowering youngsters'

The service supports more than 28 people is supported by Falkirk Council.

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Parents fume after Grangemouth primary school is left without lollipop person

Instead, parents are being asked to speak to their kids about road safety before they set off for class.

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Budget day looms for Falkirk Council with significant cuts expected

The local authority has been told it needs to save £29m.

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Family of woman killed in A9 crash 'furious' at road improvement delay

EXCLUSIVE: The woman's granddaughter Lucy Higgins has accused Falkirk Council's Roads and Grounds manager of being careless and inconsiderate.

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Closures of Bo'ness leisure centre and library 'still likely'

Falkirk Council has confirmed that all of the Community Trust’s services will be reviewed and no decisions will be taken this year.

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Falkirk Councillors ditch 'gladiator style' arguments ahead of vital budget meeting

Chief executive, Kenneth Lawrie, made the plea as elected members wrangled over a recent damning report.

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Scots barmaid who stashed £24k of suspected drug cash has alcohol licence revoked over gang fears

Members of Falkirk Council’s licensing board heard that Lucy Jane Macauley, had been given a six-month restriction of liberty order.

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Tributes paid to 'gentleman' Pat McCafferty after Falkirk councillor's death

He passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2022 as as tributes from the town and beyond pour in for him.

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UK Government Minister visits partners of landmark Falkirk Growth Deal

The deal aims to transform the region's economy by investing in innovative, sustainable industries.

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Falkirk Council 'reasonable' to warn tenant who claimed to be victim of smears

The local authority issued multiple warnings against the resident following reports of anti-social behaviour.

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Leaked Falkirk Council report on cuts including four-day school week causes 'unnecessary concern and anxiety'

The leaked document suggests shortening the school week and closing Falkirk town hall.

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