Local authorities in the South of Scotland and North East England have been selected as part of the Government's £36 million scheme.

Borderlands to receive 5G connectivity boost with £3.8 million funding plug

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Plans are afoot to convert a mill in Innerleithen into an innovation centre.

New home for mountain biking in the Scottish Borders a step closer

The bid was put forward by five councils in our region but has not made the longlist published today.

Borderlands City of Culture bid fails

Our region is officially in the race to become the UK's next City of Culture. A record 20 bids have been submitted for the title, which takes effect in 2025.

Cumbria, D&G and Borders in Borderlands UK City of Culture bid

The £452 million Deal is a regional investment programme jointly supported by the UK and Scottish governments and local partners.

Minister visits Carlisle to check progress on Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal

The Growth Deal has been signed and aims to create jobs, attract more tourists and improve digital and transport connections.

£452 million Borderlands regional growth deal signed 

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The £452 million deal will help fund projects like the Carlisle Station Gateways, Carlisle Citadels, Digital Borderlands and more green energy growth.

Borderlands: How the Growth Deal could impact Cumbria

Plans include a new Mountain Biking Centre in the Borders, the development of the Chapelcross powerplant, an extension to Stranraer Marina, and more.

Borderlands: How the Growth Deal could impact southern Scotland

The public are invited to have their say on 'ambitious' new plans to transform Carlisle Citadel Railway Station and the surrounding area.

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