Good Start!
This is the first exhibition in the Borders and possibly in Scotland to shine a light on our Common Good. We have sought to show the range of assets that are in the stewardship of Scottish Borders Council and draw attention to how they are being managed from one generation to the next. We hope it will be a catalyst to encourage others to find out more and to celebrate the legacy that is Our Common Good.
“Common Good property represents a potential source of wealth and investment for the public good of your community. Properly accounted for and properly managed, Scotland’s Common Good can be used to revitalise communities.”
Andy Wightman, Common Good – A Quick Guide, July 2009
Sustaining Interest
If you are interested in learning more about the Peebles Common Good Fund or have related stories to share, why not join our fast-growing Facebook group ‘Peebles Common Good Forum’? You’re also encouraged to take an active interest in the work of the Peebles Common Good Sub-Committee.- Contact any of your Tweeddale councillors
- Promote greater accessibility to Common Good information on the Scottish Borders Council’s website
- Attend the Peebles Common Good Sub-Committee meetings in person or online via MS Teams
- Make a habit of regularly reading the agendas and minutes of meetings. You can sign up for email alerts at https://scottishborders.moderngov.co.uk/
- Press for better, more meaningful public consultation in advance of asset disposals and other significant decisions being made
- Seek improvements in the documentation, recording, care and presentation of Common Good assets
- Ensure that the annual reports, when published, are accessible to all by offering your comments and views
- Help promote the annual public meetings to ensure they are well-publicised and make sure you attend them!
