The 2026 Qualifications Scotland (QS) results present a mixed picture, with strong attainment in S4 and some encouraging improvements in S5 attainment.
A new report highlights continued progress in supporting children, young people and families across Dumfries and Galloway, while acknowledging ongoing pressures on services.
Council’s final revenue outturn for 2025/26 shows careful overall budget management across services, with action agreed to support financial resilience going forward.
Final outturn for 2025/26 confirms £74 million of capital investment, with committed funding carried forward to keep agreed projects moving in the year ahead.
Significant progress has been made on major infrastructure and regeneration projects across Dumfries and Galloway, as councillors reviewed the latest update on the council’s Capital Investment Programme.
