Led by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful, #SpringCleanScotland is the country’s annual nationwide effort to tackle litter by supporting friendly, sociable and active clean‑up events. Tens of thousands of volunteers take part each year, helping restore and protect local places while building pride in communities.
Dumfries and Galloway has a strong record of leading the way nationally. In recent years, our region has registered more clean‑ups per head of population than any other Scottish local authority, and our regions volunteers have previously received the #SpringCleanScotland Quaich in recognition of their outstanding efforts. Local schools have also played a key role, with pupils contributing enthusiastically to the Litter League and collective litter‑pick challenges.
Councillor Andy Ferguson, Chair of Economy and Infrastructure Committee, said:
“Dumfries and Galloway Council is proud to continue our strong support for Keep Scotland Beautiful and its #SpringCleanScotland campaign. Our backing reflects our long‑standing commitment to protecting and enhancing the environment we all share. Year after year, communities and volunteers across our region step up with remarkable energy and pride, showing what can be achieved when we work together to tackle litter and care for our local places.
“By joining forces with Keep Scotland Beautiful once again, and by supporting the focus and momentum that the #SpringCleanScotland campaign brings, we’re helping ensure Dumfries and Galloway remains a region we can all take pride in – now and for future generations.”
The council continues to provide a wide range of practical support for groups organising clean‑ups, providing litter bags and collecting filled bags of rubbish after events.
Over the years, the council has distributed hundreds of free litter‑picking kits to community groups, schools, volunteer networks and individuals to help them take part. These kits remain central to supporting local action again this spring.
We encourage anyone who already has litter pickers from previous campaigns to continue using them. If groups or individuals no longer need their equipment, they can return it to any council Customer Service Centre so that it can be loaned to others.
Schools and youth groups across Dumfries and Galloway have been invited once again to join the #SpringCleanScotland Collective Litter Pick. Participation helps young people contribute to nationwide citizen science, develop environmental awareness and build pride in their local surroundings.
Anyone wishing to organise a clean‑up can register here.
Registrations are open to individuals, families, community groups, schools and organisations.
Councillor Tony Berretti, Vice-Chair of Economy and Infrastructure Committee, added:
“I’d encourage individuals, families, schools and community groups across Dumfries and Galloway to get involved in this year’s Spring Clean Scotland campaign. Every local action – no matter the size – helps protect the places we care about. By joining in, we can all play a part in keeping our towns, villages, and beautiful natural areas clean, welcoming and something we can take real pride in.”