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Borders demonstrates community-led approaches to tackling poverty
Scottish Borders Community Led Local Development legacy document launched by Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity
As part of a programme highlighting innovative, community-led approaches to tackling poverty and supporting young people, Jim Fairlie, Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity visited the Scottish Borders to look at the work of the Scottish Borders Local Action Group (LAG) and the Borders Youth Local Action Group (YLAG).
The Minister was delighted to join locals and other Borderers at the Philiphaugh Community Centre in Bannerfield to launch the CLLD 2024-25 Legacy document, detailing how Scottish Government funding was spent locally by the LAG. This group made of up of volunteers, individuals and people from third, private and public sector organisations, has been in existence for over 20 years and has distributed over £12 million pounds to Borderers.
After being treated to a breakfast of local food cooked by local Bannerfield residents, he watched a video and listened to the YLAG, a dynamic team of young people aged 14 to 26 who are responsible for distributing funds to youth-led projects across the region. The video showcased YLAG’s priorities—mental health and wellbeing, support for underrepresented groups, skills development, business and enterprise, and tackling rural poverty—and highlighted the positive impact of youth-led grant making in the Borders.
Minister Fairlie praised the commitment and creativity of local partners, stating:
“It’s inspiring to see how community-led action, especially by young people, is making a real difference in the Scottish Borders. The work of the LAG, YLAG, and their partners is a model for empowering communities and supporting the next generation. I’m delighted to officially launch the Scottish Borders Legacy 2024-25 document that details the projects funded by the LAG and the YLAG.”
The Chair of the LAG Hans Waltl stated that:
“We’re delighted to publish a document detailing the great projects funded by the LAG and YLAG. The groups who we fund do so much excellent work in improving life for Borderers.
Whether its community and voluntary groups caring for their local area or businesses looking to improve not just their own business but the lives of others, all contribute to the rich tapestry that makes up Borders life.
We look forward to publishing a document next year detailing the fabulous projects we look forward to funding in 2025-26.”
You can access the Legacy Document here
Any questions please contact CLLDgrants@scotborders.gov.uk
