Council Sets out Dumfries and Galloway Priorities for National Infrastructure Plan Submission calls for fair investment in transport, housing, digital and energy infrastructure. Council and elections 26 March 2026
Dumfries and Galloway Councillors Designate Stranraer as Region’s “Oyster Town” Councillors agree official “Oyster Town” status to boost Stranraer’s profile. Council and elections 26 March 2026
Dumfries and Galloway Council Decides No Additional Bank Holiday for Council Employees on 15 June Dumfries and Galloway Council has decided not to grant an extra bank holiday to its employees on Monday 15 June 2026 for the World Cup. Council and elections 26 March 2026
Communities Encouraged to Join This Year’s #SpringCleanScotland Dumfries and Galloway Council is encouraging individuals, families, schools, community groups and businesses across the region to take part in this year’s #SpringCleanScotland, running from 13 March to 24 April 2026. Council and elections 11 March 2026
Balanced 2026/27 Budget Set with 8.5% Council Tax Rise to Safeguard Services Councillors approve a balanced budget aimed at protecting vital frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Council and elections 26 February 2026
