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October 2025

Cabinet Secretary visits Borders mum benefiting from world-first energy innovation

Housing Secretary Màiri McAllan has visited the latest South of Scotland tenant to benefit from the world’s first domestic energy storage system to use a novel battery chemistry and technology never used in homes before. Ms McAllan visited the home of Jan Davies, a single mother and SBHA tenant, in Skirling, Scottish Borders. She was […]

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First phase of Howdenburn homes – now available to bid on!

We are thrilled to confirm that the first phase of homes at our new development at Howdenburn in Jedburgh is now available to bid on! These homes are all on the new Howdenburn Drive and Capon Drive, and are made up of: 5 x 2 storey houses with 2 double beds (suitable for 4 people). […]

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SBHA welcomes new Director of Development

We are delighted to announce the appointment of David Chalmers as SBHA’s new Director of Development, joining early January 2026. David joins us at an exciting time in the organisation’s journey, with a new-build programme now firmly established and ambitious plans underway to deliver more affordable, high-quality homes across the Scottish Borders. David brings a […]

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SBHA Inspiring Young People

SKILLSQUEST 2025 SBHA’s HR Business Partner Carole and Tenant & Community Engagement Facilitator Louise were delighted to return to SKILLSQUEST this year to deliver Communication Skills workshops for S2-S3 secondary school students across the Scottish Borders. The event, organised by Developing the Young Workforce – Borders, took place earlier this week at Lilliardsedge Holiday Park. […]

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