Lightning Reach for SBHA Tenants! We’re excited to share that we’ve partnered with Lightning Reach to pilot a free portal that helps people access financial grants from charities, councils, and other sources. We know that many of you, our Tenants and customers, are struggling with rising costs and may be eligible for support. The Lightning […]

Replacing your Radio Teleswitch electricity meter SBHA is here to support Tenants – please contact your energy provider now if you have a Radio Teleswitch Electricity Meter and book to get a Smart Meter installed. Phasing out of the service has already started from 30th June. We have written to all Tenants who have this […]

One for the last day of term… Earlier this month, SBHA’s Carole Pritchard (HR Business Partner) and Louise McNeilage (Tenant & Community Engagement Facilitator) were delighted to join Developing the Young Workforce – Borders at Galashiels Academy to deliver fun and interactive communication skills workshops for the new S3 pupils as part of their ‘Meta […]

It’s the Braw Lads’ Gathering this week in Galashiels Tenants at Hazeldean in Galashiels were delighted to welcome some very special guests yesterday — the Braw Lad – Cameron Brydon, Braw Lass – Hannah Scott and their Principals. A huge thank you to them for taking the time to stop by and have a chat, […]

SBTO Members attend the Tenants Information Service Member Gathering Earlier this month, TIS held its Member Gathering at Hanover Scotland Conference Centre in Edinburgh. This inspiring event brought together Tenants and housing professionals from across Scotland to share ideas, explore good practice, and discuss the sector’s biggest challenges — all with a shared commitment to […]

Croft Street Area Engagement Event – A huge Thank You to everyone who attended! Following successful Community Regeneration Partnership funding of *£3m to support major improvement works in the Croft Street area of Galashiels, we recently invited tenants and residents to a community consultation. The grant will help improve the area and enhance the community, […]

We’re delighted to announce that Scottish Borders Tenants Organisation (SBTO) was named Runner-Up ‘Group of the Year’ at the TPAS Scotland Good Practice Awards 2025! This fantastic recognition celebrates the dedication and impact of SBTO’s Tenant members, who work in partnership with Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA) to ensure that Tenant voices are heard to […]

Sunny Thursdays at Hazeldean, Galashiels Every Thursday, Neighbourhood Housing Officer Fiona Mallin and Neighbourhood Property Officer Greig Murray drop by to visit Tenants at Hazeldean in Galashiels. Today, Fiona captured some lovely snaps of the beautifully maintained garden area, lovingly looked after by Tenant Robbie Henry (photo: second from right). With the sun shining, it’s […]

New Communal Room Opening at West Port, Hawick Yesterday afternoon, West Port Tenants came together to celebrate the opening of their brand-new communal room with some light refreshments and great company. Neighbourhood Housing Officer Susan Falconer hosted the event, with special guest Margaret Ramage, a much-loved former SBHA colleague who previously worked at West Port, […]

YOUR VOICE – YOUR CHOICE! Thursday 12th June 2025 – Drop-in 3pm-7pm Galashiels Volunteer Hall, St John Street Galashiels, TD1 3JX Croft Street area of Galashiels tenants and residents – join us on the next stage of this exciting regeneration journey. Let us know your housing and neighbourhood improvement priorities. Have your say! – Meet […]