STREET Pastors are celebrating a decade of service on the streets of Scotland.

And the group which covers the Borders is currently enjoying huge success – with a team hitting Galashiels every Saturday night to help late-night revellers.

The volunteers hand out everything from woolly hats to flip-flops to those who are a little worse for wear.

And more and more people are now giving up their evenings to make a difference in the community.

The latest helper to complete her basic training is Elizabeth Reid from Galashiels.

Local co-ordinator Duncan Cameron said: "As an active member of Hope church, Liz first joined the pastors as an observer last summer during the riding season and felt called to join the team based here in Galashiels. 

"As a member of staff in Asda, Liz is used to speaking to the many customers who frequent the store, and will no doubt meet some of them while on patrol as a Street Pastor."

At the end of last year Street Pastors were recognised by the Scottish Parliament in a debate, which was attended by the Borders team.

Duncan added: "Street Pastors Scotland put its Christian faith to good use in order to improve community relations and the safety of the night-time economy and wishes the movement and the street pastors all the best.

"The Borders Street Pastors is on the Streets of Galashiels every Saturday night and is also growing the team in Hawick. 

"This year the Street pastor movement celebrates 15 years of actively serving communities across the UK and around the globe. 

"Liz is one of the latest recruits to join the growing ranks of volunteers who listen, care and help and we wish her all the best."