Council news
The promise: How children and families are helping shape support in Falkirk
Fiona Duncan visited Falkirk to learn how families, communities and services are working together to keep the promise.
14 Sep 2026
September 2026
Local Growth Fund: £9.8m investment programme moves into delivery across Forth Valley
Communities, businesses and residents across Forth Valley are set to benefit from a £9.8m economic boost after the UK Government approved the region’s Local Growth Fund Investment Plan.
3 Sep 2026
Carrongrange campus recommendations to go before councillors
Falkirk councillors asked to approve proposals for a new £30m additional support needs campus at Carrongrange
2 Sep 2026
Employers line up to support jobseekers at Grangemouth Town Hall careers event
Residents can explore jobs, apprenticeships, training and support at two free events in Grangemouth on 10 September.
1 Sep 2026
August 2026
Flood prevention work completed to help protect Braeside Place homes
£30k investment improves drainage to reduce risk of future flooding.
28 Aug 2026
Strong inspection report for Bainsford Primary School and nursery
Inspectors praise nurturing approach, strong leadership and ‘very good’ nursery provision.
26 Aug 2026
Important tree removal works to get underway at Callendar Park.
Around 300 affected trees will be removed after inspections identified an increasing safety risk to the public.
25 Aug 2026
Have your say on Falkirk’s Core Paths Plan
Consultation seeks views on proposals to add 159 existing routes to the area’s Core Paths network.
21 Aug 2026
Work begins to preserve Grangemouth Town Hall for the future
Behind-the-scenes maintenance work is under way to protect the historic building and prevent further deterioration.
21 Aug 2026
Three more Council buildings to transfer to community groups
The transfers were agreed at the meeting of the Executive on 20 August.
20 Aug 2026
Fabulous first for Falkirk Primary School
St Andrew's RC Primary school becomes the first primary school in Falkirk to receive an "excellent" inspection rating
18 Aug 2026
New guidance to help reduce the cost of the school day for local families
Schools to build on Fairer Falkirk work by tackling hidden costs and helping ensure every child can take part in school life.
13 Aug 2026
New Roman-themed playpark at Kinneil Estate
Falkirk Council delivers a £200,000 investment in an exciting new play space inspired by local history.
13 Aug 2026
Council secures funding to expand music opportunities for young people
Falkirk Council secures more than £300,000 in funding from Creative Scotland to boost music education across the area.
12 Aug 2026
Update on Maddiston Primary School Reinstatement Project
The construction project has been reviewed following further investigations.
10 Aug 2026
A lifetime inspiring a love of reading
Falkirk schools Principal Librarian Yvonne Manning retires after more than 40 years in education librarianship
7 Aug 2026
New 10-year strategy aims to support jobs, investment and growth
The proposed Economic Strategy aims to support local businesses, attract investment to the area and create more high-quality jobs, while working to share the benefits of economic growth across our communities.
7 Aug 2026
Record £123 million investment programme to support schools, roads, housing and communities across Falkirk
Update on the Council's highest capital investment in 16 years alongside additional £55 million investment in housing.
6 Aug 2026
Falkirk Pupils continue to build on success in latest Qualification Scotland results
Early analysis shows that attainment levels for Qualification Scotland results are showing significant improvement from 2025.
4 Aug 2026
July 2026
From sketches to street art: young people create mural for Falkirk town centre
Designed by local school pupils, the temporary mural celebrates Falkirk’s past, present and future through their eyes.
31 Jul 2026
Work begins on Falkirk Council’s largest new housing development
Former Denny High school site enters construction phase.
30 Jul 2026