Mid term reflection

Dumfries and Galloway Council is recognising major achievements and the impact that these have had on communities at the halfway point of its Council Plan 2023–2028. A mid-term impact report reveals progress across all four themes of the plan: economy, connectivity, education and health It highlights how the council has delivered inclusive growth, improved public services and empowered communities. Since 2023, the council has unlocked more than £50 million in external funding, supported over 1200 people into employment and transferred 43 assets to community ownership. More than 4200 km of roads are maintained, and 91 per cent of households have access to superfast broadband. In education, 94.6 per cent of school leavers entered positive destinations, and 88 per cent achieved National 4 awards in literacy and numeracy. More than 2.49 million hours of care-at-home support have been delivered, and 4223 people reported improved wellbeing through lifelong learning. Councillor Katie Hagmann, convener of Dumfries and Galloway Council, pictured, said: “We’ve made real progress in delivering our Council Plan. These achievements show what’s possible when we work together with our communities. “Our investment in jobs, infrastructure and wellbeing is making a real difference to people’s lives. From clean streets to inclusive schools, we’re striving to ensure Dumfries and Galloway supports and delivers for everybody. "It is important that we use this mid-term review to shape the next phase of delivery. We want to ensure we continue to drive forward the ambitions of our Council Plan by 2028.”