Falkirk Election 2022: Regeneration of town centre key in battle to win Falkirk South

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Candidates fighting for votes in the Falkirk South ward ahead of May’s Falkirk Council election are campaigning around issues that include regenerating the town centre and better facilities for other parts of the ward.

Falkirk South (Ward 7) covers the whole of Falkirk town centre as well as Hallglen, Tamfourhill, Bantaskine, Summerford, Rosebank, Lionthorn and Callendar Park.There are six candidates vying for votes in the ward ahead of the council elections on May 5, hoping to claim one of three seats and represent the ward for the next five years. Read more: All the candidates across Falkirk District Dominating the headlines have been the arguments around regeneration of Falkirk's town centre and how best to replace Falkirk's municipal buildings which are currently being demolished.But there are other local issues that may resonate with voters such as claims of drug dealing and anti-social behaviour in Falkirk's high flats, once reserved for the elderly.There is also a desire to see better facilities in places such as Tamfourhill, Bantaskine and Hallglen - with strong community groups now pushing for action.

Changes to grass cutting have also sparked debate while bin collections and road repairs are always top of many people's priorities.Who won in 2017?Falkirk Live brings you the latest headlines from Falkirk and beyond.But did you know all the ways you can stay informed with us?We share live news and exclusive scoops every day so make sure you're following us so we can keep you informed on all things Falkirk!The backgroundThere are two incumbent councillors seeking re-election, although the SNP's Lorna Binnie is the only one who was elected in 2017.