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Families across Dumfries and Galloway are being invited to donate, swap or take pre-loved Halloween costumes as council libraries launch Scare, Share and Wear.

Dumfries and Galloway Council has been approved as a Fostering Friendly employer by The Fostering Network, following the approval and introduction of a new policy providing practical support for employees who foster or provide kinship care.

Stranraer’s West Pier has been closed to the public while condition assessments are carried out.

Major projects including flood protection, schools, transport improvements and regeneration schemes continue to move forward.

People with an interest in alcohol and licensing issues in Dumfries and Galloway are being invited to apply to join the Dumfries and Galloway Local Licensing Forum.