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October 2020

SBHA welcomes new Chair

Scottish Borders Housing Association has welcomed Robin Hill as the new Chair of the Board. Robin, a solicitor with over 30 years’ experience in the legal professions across a diverse range of environments, is stepping into the role at a particularly interesting and challenging time, as the Association adapts to the constraints around lockdown. Robin […]

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Our Autumn newsletter is available now!

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#KeepingYouSafe when we carry out repairs

Just a quick reminder. There are currently restrictions in place to tackle the spread of Covid, and you should not mix with another household, unless they are part of your extended household. If you’re having a repair carried out in your home by one of our Team, you must also adhere to social distancing rules. […]

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SBTO’s first online AGM!

  Scottish Borders Tenants Organisation held its AGM entirely online for the first time ever on the 20th October. The AGM was attended by SBTO members plus colleagues from the strategic leadership team. SBTO members were delighted that Robin Hill, Chair of SBHA, was able to join them and there was even a Mystery Guest – former […]

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Are you looking for a garage?

We’ve received a number of requests recently from people looking to rent a garage. You’ll find an application form here. Please complete and return forms to enquiries@sbha.org.uk    

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SBTO Gardening Competition – Congratulations to our winners!

Thank you to everyone who entered the SBTO Gardening Competition. As ever, you made the judges’ decision very difficult! The overall winner is Lorna Elliot from Newcastleton, who will receive the Eric Kelly Memorial Trophy and some handy gardening vouchers The judges loved this garden, with its beautiful flowers and fantastic selection of vegetables. They […]

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SBHA thanks Chair after five years’ service

Scottish Borders Housing Association has been transformed over the past five years and is well-placed to meet the challenges of the future, the outgoing Chair, Simon Mountford, told the Association’s Annual General Meeting. Simon was thanked for his leadership and dedication at the recent AGM, as his term as Chair came to a close after […]

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SBHA celebrates Living Wage Accreditation

We are delighted to announce that SBHA has become accredited as a Living Wage employer. Our Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Scottish Borders Housing Association, regardless of whether they are direct employees or third-party contracted staff, receive a minimum hourly wage of £9.30. This rate is higher than the statutory minimum for […]

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