Council news
Councillors to discuss proposed Council Tax setting and potential investment plans next month
The discussion will take place on 5 March.
20 Feb 2026
February 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
Land at Falkirk Stadium identified as potential home for any new Leisure and Wellbeing Hub
Members of the Executive will be asked to consider development of a full business case for the site.
8 Jan 2026
Members asked to approve updated Climate Emergency Plan
Councillors asked to approve updated Climate Emergency Action Plan
8 Jan 2026
December 2025
Major upgrade set to improve safety on Grangemouth-Bo’ness corridor
The £600k project will create a safer route for people walking, wheeling and cycling.
16 Dec 2025
Have your say: Private Housing Estates Maintenance Review
The survey runs on Participate+ until 18 January 2026.
15 Dec 2025
Denny pupils chosen for prestigious Youth Ocean Event
Pupils chosen to attend Paris conference.
10 Dec 2025
Westquarter Primary School and Nursery commended at latest inspection
The report was released by Education Scotland on 9 December 2025.
9 Dec 2025
Three more community sports facilities to be transferred to local groups
These mark the latest phase of the Council’s Community Asset Transfers.
4 Dec 2025
Falkirk Council gardener wins national Employee of the Year award
Council gardener wins national recognition for his work
3 Dec 2025
November 2025
Council agrees next stage of collaborative development work with Clackmannanshire Council
Work will begin to develop detailed business cases.
27 Nov 2025