A mid-term impact report, to be presented to Full Council on 2 October, shows the impact of the council’s work and progress across all four themes of the plan: economy, connectivity, education and health.
The report highlights how the council – working closely with partners – has delivered inclusive growth, improved public services and empowered communities.
Since 2023, the council has unlocked more than £50 million in external funding, supported over 1200 people into employment and transferred 43 assets to community ownership.
These projects have helped revitalise towns and villages, boost local pride and create new opportunities.
The council’s investment in roads, digital infrastructure and sustainable transport has improved connectivity across the region. More than 4200 km of roads are maintained, and 91% of households have access to superfast broadband.
In education, 94.6% of school leavers entered positive destinations, and 88% achieved National 4 awards in literacy and numeracy.
The redevelopment of Dumfries High School and the creation of inclusive play parks are improving learning environments for children and young people.
Health and wellbeing have also seen major improvements. More than 2.49 million hours of care-at-home support have been delivered, and 4223 people reported improved wellbeing through lifelong learning.
Key mid-term achievements include:
- Major investment and jobs: Over £50 million of external funding unlocked, and more than 1200 people supported into employment.
- Community empowerment: 43 community assets transferred, unlocking £27 million in investment.
- Environmental action: 9720 volunteers joined clean-ups, making Dumfries and Galloway Scotland’s top-performing area for civic pride.
- Youth and culture: Youth Beatz attracted 40,000 attendees and delivered £983,000 in local economic benefit.
- Caring for residents: 2.49 million hours of care-at-home support delivered, helping people live independently.
Councillor Katie Hagmann, Convener of Dumfries and Galloway Council, said:
“We’ve made real progress in delivering our Council Plan. These achievements show what’s possible when we work together with our communities.
“Our investment in jobs, infrastructure and wellbeing is making a real difference to people’s lives. From clean streets to inclusive schools, we’re striving to ensure Dumfries and Galloway supports and delivers for everybody.
“I’m proud of what we’ve achieved so far. It is important that we use this mid-term review to shape the next phase of delivery. We want to ensure we continue to drive forward the ambitions of our Council Plan by 2028.”
The mid-term review will help councillors set priorities for the remaining years of the plan. It will guide future decisions and ensure the council continues to deliver for communities across the region.
- Dumfries and Galloway Council Plan 2023–2028 – available at Council Plan 2023 to 2028 | Dumfries and Galloway Council
- Mid-Term Council Plan Impact Report (2025) – included in the agenda papers for Full Council on 2 October 2025 at Agenda for Dumfries and Galloway Council on Thursday, 2nd October, 2025, 10.30 am | Dumfries and Galloway Council