Affordable housing for Borders

A PROJECT which will provide dozens of affordable homes for rent in Galashiels and Innerleithen in the Borders has been launched.

The scheme is part of the National Housing Trust initiative to deliver up to 2,000 homes across Scotland.

The project will secure 51 new homes in Galashiels and Innerleithen.

NHT is led by the Scottish Government and Scottish Futures Trust and aims to increase choice and opportunities for those searching for a home.