Council news
Councillors to consider consultation on the naming of Falkirk’s new town hall venue
Four proposed names identified following major community engagement.
12 Mar 2026
March 2026
Councillors approve Council Tax rise and investment plans for the year ahead
The plans were agreed at a meeting of the Council on 5 March.
6 Mar 2026
£90,000 investment to help Grangemouth residents move into new careers
The investment comes from the Scottish Government’s Grangemouth Just Transition Fund.
6 Mar 2026
Help shape the future of The Braes Villages and Hallglen by applying to be Neighbourhood Board Chair
Play a part in setting long‑term priorities through the Pride in Place programme.
5 Mar 2026
Report shows young people across Falkirk are heading to their own positive destination.
High number of Falkirk school leavers are moving into work, college, university or training.
3 Mar 2026
February 2026
Significant number of local residents supported into apprenticeships as Falkirk Council marks Scottish Apprenticeship Week
Scottish Apprenticeship Week runs from 2 to 6 March.
24 Feb 2026
Councillors to discuss proposed Council Tax setting and potential investment plans next month
The discussion will take place on 5 March.
20 Feb 2026
Share your views on a possible visitor levy for the Falkirk Council area
An early engagement survey is now open to gather initial feedback before any decisions are made.
20 Feb 2026
Council to invest £1.5m to improve high streets, parks and community spaces
The investment will be provided by the UK Government’s new Pride in Place Impact Fund.
19 Feb 2026
‘Spreading the Joy in January’ at Larbert High
Pupils combine art and kind words to brighten up the community.
13 Feb 2026
Nature leads the way in £70,000 watercourse improvements
🌿Council uses nature-based methods to stabilise local burns and improve water flow.
12 Feb 2026
Executive to consider Digital Strategy 2026–2031
Proposals include a main online access point and more help for people who need it.
11 Feb 2026
Primary Enhanced Provision consultation – recommendation not to progress proposals.
Consultation feedback considered with existing support to remain in place.
9 Feb 2026
Young people across Falkirk show racism the red card
Pupils from Comely Park Primary School take part in anti-racism workshops.
4 Feb 2026
Proposal to carry out essential roof and pool work at Grangemouth Sports Complex
The bid will be considered by councillors as part of the Council’s 2026/27 budget-setting process in March 2026.
3 Feb 2026
January 2026
Local partners affirm commitment to fairness, equality and tolerance for all
A joint statement from partners on safety, respect and inclusion across the Falkirk area.
16 Jan 2026
Strategic Property Review drives community ownership across the local area
To date, 25 Community Asset Transfers have been approved and more than £2m invested in building improvements.
15 Jan 2026
Council housing rents to rise by 9% as Falkirk plans £240m investment in homes
Keeping rents affordable while investing to build and improve homes.
15 Jan 2026
Consultation launched on a standard approach to grass cutting in parks
Proposal to bring Callendar and Zetland Park maintenance in line with other parks.
12 Jan 2026
Falkirk Council proposal to invest £9.36m to tackle damp and mould in homes
The Council is set to continue its work tackling damp and mould in council homes through a new four-year contract with specialist firms.
9 Jan 2026