Council to consult on closing libraries and pools

A council has promised "robust" consultation over recommendations that it should close a string of sites – including swimming pools and libraries.

It comes after a report by Integratis Consulting looking at the future of the charitable trust which runs facilities in the Borders on the local authority's behalf.

It suggested more than 50 full-time posts would have to go and numerous leisure, cultural and community sites would need to shut to ensure the sustainability of Live Borders.

Scottish Borders Council (SBC) agreed to carry out widespread consultation before any final decisions were made.