It seeks to collect public opinion from residents of the surrounding areas and users of the existing routes as to what potential improvements could be made and what community-led initiatives could be explored.

The consultation is part of the wider Tweedbank expansion project which is the subject of Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) and a Design Guide published in 2021. These documents seek to encourage active travel through route designs, safe pedestrian and cycle links and clear, legible wayfinding.

Those wishing to participate have until Friday 10 May, and can access the consultation here.

Public drop-in sessions are scheduled for later this month at Langlee Community Centre (Monday 29 April, 10am-2pm and Tweedbank Community Centre (Tuesday 30 April, 5-8pm) where local residents can find out more about the consultation and hear directly from Council officers.

Councillor Jenny Linehan, executive member for Environment & Transport at Scottish Borders Council, said: “We are committed as a council to providing opportunities for communities to be more sustainable. By looking at improving the current active travel network in the local Tweedbank area, we can encourage residents to make walking, wheeling or cycling their go-to choice for shorter journeys.

“There are many benefits to choosing active travel, including improved mental and physical health as well as reduced air pollution. We are keen to understand your experiences and views relating to the existing network and how it could be improved.”