Borders Talking Newspapers

Borders Talking Newspapers Serving the Scottish Borders One part-time member of staff is assisted by many volunteers, who edit stories from the newspapers, read or record them.

For over 22 years Borders Talking Newspaper has been delivering weekly recordings of local newspapers to listeners who are unable to read because of visual impairment. The production provides opportunities for volunteers to learn new skills, whilst at the same time helping bring the local news to the many enthusiastic listeners. The latest technology used in the production of the recorded version

s of the newspapers means continued fund-raising to ensure that we are able to continue to bring much pleasure to our listeners. Borders Talking Newspapers is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation, no SC020192. To find out how you can help contact us through Facebook or through our web site.

09/07/2026

Well, the big news in The Hawick Paper today is that it is Closing Down on July 30th. No one has been found to take over the paper which has been for sale!
This message has been relayed by Ron Smith who is currently leading the Talking Hawick Paper.

13/04/2026

How can the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessment be improved?

Now is our chance to tell the UK Government.

It will soon be reviewing the assessment, led by the Minister for Social Security and Disability, Sir Stephen Timms and we'd like to hear from you.

[Image description: How did you find the assessment process for Personal Independence Payment?]

13/04/2026

Have you booked your place at our fabulous day out at Duns Castle on Monday 4 May. Just 3 weeks today!!
🎫https://tikt.link/dpf26Family

And don't forget you can sing with Katie's Music Sessions in Duns Park at 11am and 1pm on Sunday 3 May!
🎫http://tikt.link/dpf26Katie

Both are FREE, but donations are welcome.
Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland

The Little Theatre on Tour Borders Youth Theatre BYT Katie's Music Sessions DunsPlayFest26 - Bringing Brand New Theatre To The Borders

21/01/2026

Borders Talking Newspapers!

See the video explaining what we do on our website blog at: www.btn.org.uk

After getting all the finances in order and working so efficiently for more than 4 years, our Treasurer, Fiona, decided to hand over the reins last year. A replacement was found but, unfortunately, she died very suddenly soon after. Fiona very generously agreed to take temporary control of the finances - but so far we have been unable to recruit a successor.
Are you, or can you think of anyone you know who might be, interested in offering vital support in running Borders Talking Newspapers? Fiona says the bookkeeping averages around 3 to 4 hours a month, with additional short periods for seasonal/annual reports etc, and will be happy to have an informal chat to anyone who thinks they could do the job.
If you can help in any way, please contact Wendy on 01361 889211 or email: [email protected]. Many thanks.

Address

25 Market Square
Duns
TD113BY

Telephone

+441361889211

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