Council news
Falkirk Council shortlisted for three Scottish Housing Awards
Affordable housing development, staff achievement and community partnership recognised in national awards.
10 Nov 2026
November 2026
Council issues formal notice on Grangemouth Flood Protection Scheme
Formal notification goes out regarding the Council's final decision in respect of the Grangemouth Flood Protection Scheme
4 Nov 2026
Clean Green Action Team starts work across Falkirk
The team brings extra staff, vehicles and equipment to improve local areas.
4 Nov 2026
Hippodrome flies the flag for Scotland as only Scottish finalist for BIFA Cinema of the Year
Public support has helped the Bo’ness cinema secure a place in the final five.
3 Nov 2026
Falkirk Council Chief Executive to retire
Chief Executive Kenneth Lawrie announces his retirement
3 Nov 2026
Staff and pupils praised at Whitecross following inspection
Inspectors highlight strong leadership, nurturing relationships and positive outcomes for children.
3 Nov 2026
October 2026
New Growth Grant Opens to Support Business Expansion Across Forth Valley
Grants are now available to local business across Forth Valley to support growth
28 Oct 2026
Councillors to consider 10-year Sport and Physical Activity Strategy
The strategy sets out a long-term approach to increasing participation and making sport and physical activity more accessible across the Falkirk Council area.
28 Oct 2026
Councillors asked to consider regeneration plan for Camelon and Tamfourhill
Members asked to approve plan to improve public spaces in Camelon and Tamfourhill
27 Oct 2026
Plans to improve accessibility across Falkirk schools to be considered
Members to consider three-year framework to improve access to learning, school buildings and communication.
27 Oct 2026
First look at new plans for Falkirk’s new Town Hall
Emerging designs for the new Town Hall will go on public display for the first time on 27 October to give residents the chance to help shape the proposals.
15 Oct 2026
Scotland’s first purpose-built cinema longlisted for BIFA Cinema of the Year 2026
The Hippodrome in Bo'ness joins just 14 other cinemas across the UK to be longlisted.
13 Oct 2026
Falkirk Council project shortlisted for national regeneration award
Slamannan project is one of just three shortlisted in its category at the 2026 SURF Awards.
12 Oct 2026
Roads investment delivers improvements across Falkirk network
Fewer defects reported as increased investment supports road improvements.
8 Oct 2026
Life-saving defibrillators to be available at every Falkirk school
More people across Falkirk will have access to life-saving equipment in an emergency as publicly accessible defibrillators are installed at every Falkirk Council primary and secondary school soon.
8 Oct 2026
Larbert High golfers secure school’s best-ever finish at international championship
Four pupils secure team and individual placings against schools from 17 countries.
7 Oct 2026
Millions secured for Falkirk households as anti-poverty work marks second year
The latest 'Building a Fairer Falkirk' update sets out progress made during 2025/26
2 Oct 2026
Young artists create lasting symbol of Falkirk–Jayyous friendship
Pupils from Larbert High School and Braes High School combined their artwork to create a unique scroll celebrating a long-standing connection between Falkirk and Jayyous.
1 Oct 2026
Community Choices funding opens for 2026/27
Applications are open from 1 October until 9 November.
1 Oct 2026
September 2026
Financial Strategy shows reduced budget gap for Falkirk Council
Financial Strategy shows reduced forecast gap, but £8.1 million still needs to be found next year.
30 Sep 2026
Report: Fewer children in temporary accommodation as affordable housing delivery increases across Falkirk area
Almost 50% fewer children are living in temporary accommodation while affordable housing delivery and housing standards continue to improve.
30 Sep 2026