LDA Design has been selected to spearhead plans for the regeneration of Newtongrange's town centre.

The team will carry out work to explore opportunities for beneficial changes to the central area, including around Newtongrange Railway station.

A 'masterplan' will be drawn up to promote thriving, vibrant neighbourhoods and bring longterm social and economic benefits to the local community. It is anticipated this work will be complete by the end of this year, with implementation to take place over a number of years.

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The Borders Railway Blueprint partnership has approved a major funding contribution towards this and three other 'masterplan' locations along the railway corridor.

A spokesman for the council said: "We're delighted to announce LDA as the successful bidder.  LDA has a sterling reputation for delivering excellent regeneration projects through genuine engagement with local communities.

"It's great to have them on board so we can move forwards with plans to see Newtongrange town centre transformed for the benefit of local people. Local people will be consulted on all aspects of the redesign project to make sure the improvements benefit the community as a whole."

(LM)