Falkirk

Falkirk Council has agreed plans for a new modular community building to replace the ageing Camelon Education Centre, ensuring local activities and services continue to have a base in the heart of the community.

Work is set to begin later this year on the construction of 137 new Falkirk Council homes on the site of the former Denny High School, over two phases.

The Strategic Housing Investment Plan, which could see plans for nearly 1,000 new affordable homes put in motion, will be discussed at an executive meeting of Falkirk Council on 9 October.

A draft town centre masterplan that builds on Bo’ness’ prime location on the Forth, its rich cultural heritage and strong community is set to go before councillors on Thursday 9 October 2025. 

Cala Homes (West) has completed the purchase of land south of Crawfield Road, Bo’ness, to deliver a new neighbourhood in the popular town.

A former AG Barr Irn Bru factory in Camelon, on the Forth & Clyde Canal, is being transformed into Scotland’s Centre of Excellence for Canals and Traditional Skills by Scottish Canals and Historic Environment Scotland (HES).

Cruden Homes has submitted a planning application for a major residential development on Broad Street, Denny, in Falkirk.

Plans have been unveiled for a new AI data centre campus in Plean, which could deliver more than £2 billion of investment and create over 2,000 jobs. A Proposal of Application Notice (POAN) has been submitted by developer Apatura to both Stirling Council and Falkirk Council for the 43.1-hectar

Falkirk Council is inviting residents, businesses and community groups to review a draft long-term plan for how Grangemouth town centre could evolve over the next 20 years.

A distinctive feature of the Bo’ness skyline has been restored following the major renovation of the lantern cupola on top of the town’s B-listed town hall.  

Muir Timber Systems has successfully delivered the first timber kits to Carmichael Homes’ new housing development in Reddingmuirhead, Falkirk. 

Cala Homes (West) has secured planning permission from Falkirk Council to deliver a new neighbourhood in Bo’ness.

A comprehensive plan aimed at reshaping Grangemouth’s industrial landscape has been published today, laying the groundwork for major construction, infrastructure upgrades, and long-term investment in sustainable energy and manufacturing.

A report to Falkirk Council’s Executive later this month (19 June) will put forward a vision for Grangemouth for the next 20 years. 

Councillors are to consider the best procurement strategy to deliver multi-million-pound sport and leisure facilities in Bo’ness and Denny. They will also be asked to support the development of a detailed business case for major investment at Braes High School, which remains subject to future