Dumfries and Galloway Council is deeply saddened by the death of Councillor Archie Dryburgh MBE, a much-respected colleague who devoted many years of his life to public service and to the communities of Dumfries and Galloway.
Young people from across Dumfries and Galloway came together this week to share ideas, develop their leadership skills and help shape the future of sport and physical activity in their schools and communities.
Try something new, get back into fitness or enjoy a free swim. Leisure centres across Dumfries and Galloway are offering free activities for National Fitness Day on Wednesday 16 September.
Our council will provide a single payment of £25 per child to help cover the cost of meals while schools are closed from Monday 12 October 2026 to Friday 23 October 2026. This is available to all eligible families registered for Free School Meals on financial grounds. The payment covers 10 weekdays across the school holidays at a rate of £2.50 per day.
As part of Scottish Learning Disability Week, colleagues across Dumfries and Galloway Council are making pledges to help create a more inclusive community where everyone feels seen, heard and valued.
Community resilience groups from across Dumfries and Galloway are being recognised for their commitment to supporting local people and helping communities prepare for and respond to challenges.
For Lorna, a Support and Assessment Coordinator in our Complex Care Team (East), good social work begins with a simple principle: see the person before the label.
