News News and updates from Dumfries and Galloway Council

Dumfries and Galloway Council is delighted to announce the opening of the new inclusive play park in Garrie's Park in Gatehouse of Fleet – the fourth inclusive play park project launched this year – supported by the Scottish Government Play Park Renewal Fund. This milestone marks another step forward in creating accessible, welcoming spaces for children and families across our region.

Dumfries and Galloway Council has introduce a temporary 20mph speed limit in Locharbriggs and Heathhall from today, 19 December 2025, supporting national efforts to improve road safety and encourage active travel. The scheme, approved by the council's Communities Committee in 2021 and shaped by public feedback, will contribute to the development of a Scotland-wide 20mph strategy.

Construction is now underway on nine multi-modal transport hubs in Dumfries and Galloway, which will bring new active and sustainable transport options to communities across the region. 

After a comprehensive recruitment process, councillors at today’s Employment and Appeals Sub-Committee have appointed two senior officers to permanent positions on the council’s leadership team.

Community groups, charities, social enterprises and public sector bodies are invited to submit Expressions of Interest for the 2026–2027 People and Place Fund, supporting projects that encourage active and sustainable travel for everyday journeys.