Date: 19/04/2018

A draft report into the prospect of extending the Borders Railway has recommended that the idea is given further consideration. It is among a string of options the study believes should be explored to improve transport in the region. Transport Minister Humza Yousaf described the report as an 'important milestone' for the area. He said the options identified would be taken forward for more detailed appraisal by a future review.

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Railway extension option remains open

BBC News

A study of transport needs in the Borders advises further consideration of taking the line beyond Tweedbank.

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A train from Edinburgh arriving at Tweedbank platform 1 on 29 September 2016 alongside a unit stabled in platform 2.
Location: Tweedbank
Company: Edinburgh and Hawick Railway (North British Railway)
29/09/2016 Bruce McCartney

The connecting Border Weavers bus stops at the new bus shelter at Tweedbank station in October 2015. The station is just off to the right. [See image 53035].
Location: Tweedbank
Company: Edinburgh and Hawick Railway (North British Railway)
25/10/2015 John Yellowlees

Haymarket BRCW Type 2 D5306 takes a northbound freight away from Hawick on 6 March 1969.
Location: Hawick North Signal Box
Company: Edinburgh and Hawick Railway (North British Railway)
06/03/1969 Dougie Squance (Courtesy Bruce McCartney)