Local politicians have criticised the SNP Government for the closure of the tourist information centre in Jedburgh.
SNP agency Visit Scotland announced on Wednesday they would close all 25 visitor information centres across Scotland, including the Jedburgh location.
Local MP John Lamont said the decision was "deeply unhelpful" to efforts by the local community to increase tourism and give visitors a better experience of the Borders.
Rachael Hamilton MSP called the move a "bitter blow" that would hurt the local economy.
Local councillor Scott Hamilton described it as "very disappointing".
Scottish Borders MP, John Lamont, said: "This is bad news for Jedburgh and deeply unhelpful to efforts to increase tourism, especially repeat visitors, to the Borders.
"The SNP must explain to local businesses what impact this will have on the experience that visitors receive. Humza Yousaf's government should really step in to prevent this closure going ahead."
Scottish Borders MSP, Rachael Hamilton, said: "This is a bitter blow for local businesses and towns that are working hard to attract more tourists.
"It's unacceptable for the SNP Government to stand by and let the local economy suffer when tourism is such a vital sector in the Borders. I am particularly frustrated that this snap decision has been made with almost no local consultation.”
Scottish Borders Council Executive Member for Tourism, Scott Hamilton, said: "This is very disappointing, particularly since it may impact local jobs and the building is in good condition.
“There is still a need for visitor interaction to support local tourism."
Notes
The decision was announced by Visit Scotland on Wednesday morning: https://www.visitscotland.org/news/2024/changes-to-visitor-provision