Mike Thomson

United Kingdom

BBC World Affairs Correspondent, presenter and author. Views expressed are mine & not the BBC’s. RTs do not indicate endorsement

Articles

Galashiels businesswomen lead the way at landmark Borders event

1 week ago | bordertelegraph.com | Mike Thomson

Egg, the fast-growing platform for women in business, brought its signature energy to the region for the very first time. The Women on Top event, hosted in partnership with Claire Drynan of Spark Dot Grow, welcomed more than 50 women for a morning of honest conversation and practical advice. The gathering, held at the five-star venue near Kelso, focused on the realities of running and growing a business, particularly in rural and regional areas.
Businesses save the day as Borders school trip goes ahead despite disruption

1 week ago | bordertelegraph.com | Mike Thomson

Held in north Wales, the five-day residential offered S1 pupils the chance to take part in a diverse range of outdoor activities such as climbing, abseiling, gorge walking and canoeing-many for the first time. But the future of the trip had been thrown into doubt after the school’s original transport provider cancelled at short notice, resulting in an unexpected rise of £2,200 in coach hire costs.
Project comes full circle as £90k biking trail 'therapy hub' to open in Borders

1 week ago | bordertelegraph.com | Mike Thomson

Developing Mountain Biking in Scotland (DMBinS) and California-based organisation Outride have partnered on the project. The hub will be available from this autumn, initially focusing on those supporting people aged 55 and over. More: ‘Rare red pollen alert’ out for Borders as NHS shares tips to minimise exposure This model is already being delivered in a number of locations across Scotland, with international centres also available in Norway and Switzerland.
Warden installed as service kickstarts Beltane Festival week

1 week ago | bordertelegraph.com | Mike Thomson

Sunday’s parade - including Principals elect, the Beltane Committee and members of the public - set off from the High Street at around 5.45pm, arriving at Old Cross Kirk for 6pm. The crowd watched on as Reverend Aftab Gohar was installed as the Warden of the Cross Kirk. Rev. Gohar, who moved to Peebles in December 2021 and was also the Warden in 2022, then took the reins and conducted the Inaugural Service.
Sports bring joy as Beltane celebrations continue at Whitestone Park

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

23 1/1 WHITESTONE Park was filled with youngsters eager to take part in the Children’s Sports on Tuesday (June 17). The races, originally introduced in 1931, are a popular part of Peebles’ Beltane Festival. Children and Principals alike had a great time, with parents also getting involved in the action.
Biggar Gala Week draws to a close as results pour in

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

11 1/1 BIGGAR Gala Week has come to an end and the full results are in from the festivities.
Community thanked as Biggar Gala Week draws to a close

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

It has been an action-packed few days in the town. The glove and scooter races took place on Thursday, with budding artists also helping to decorate the pavements. It was time for the ancestors walk on Friday, while shops also got involved in the celebrations through window displays. The Procession and crowning of Fleming Queen Rebecca Roberts was planned for the morning of Gala Day. Unfortunately, the parade had to be cut short due to torrential rain.
‘Rare red pollen alert’ out for Borders as NHS shares tips to minimise exposure

1 week ago | bordertelegraph.com | Mike Thomson

The Met Office said it was expecting a very high grass pollen count in the region today (Friday, June 20). That is also expected to be the case tomorrow, with low levels predicted for Sunday. More: Man posted homophobic remark about housing officer Following the forecast, NHS Borders has issued a list of ‘top tips’ to minimise pollen exposure and ease the severity of symptoms. The region’s health board advises staying indoors when possible.
Man charged in connection with offence after Borders crash involving car and lorry

1 week ago | bordertelegraph.com | Mike Thomson

The collision, which involved a car and a lorry, took place on the A68 near Gattonside shortly after 5pm on Tuesday (June 17). A 48-year-old man was charged in connection with a road traffic offence, according to Police Scotland. Two men, aged 48 and 71, were taken to Borders General Hospital for treatment. Police Constable Andy Ross said: “Our enquiries into the circumstances of this crash remain ongoing. “I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash to get in touch with us.
Hundreds of children lace up boots for Three Brides races

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

23 1/1 THE Three Bridges Races returned to Peebles this week. Young athletes headed to Tweed Green to take part in the popular event. Around 200 children laced up their running shoes for the races. Organisers said they were delighted with the event, adding that the whole community had pulled together.

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