Group news

Bo'ness Forum meeting - 16 March 2006

THI (Townscape Heritage Initiative) manager, George Paterson gave an outline of the current position in the THI project.

The main focus of his presentation was the grant application process available to owners of buildings in the heritage area. He indicated that he was available to help applicants and that there had been a pack produced to support and outline the necessary criteria for any application.

Website launched

Monday 20 March. BmB website launched to provide focus for local business and to inform and keep local residents up-to-date with what's happening with local shops, retailers and businesses.

Watch for Shop Local offers and promotions!

Petition to the Scottish Parliament (presented to Petitions Committee, Scottish Parliament by Bo'ness means Business) with regard to the current water charges levied by Scottish Water.

Bo'ness means Business, local business group, believe that the current level of water charges are detrimental to the long term future of Bo'ness Town Centre and are placing an unfairly levied burden on businesses of all sizes and in particular small town centre retail outlets facing a historical long-term decline in local shopping patterns.