The number of newly qualified teachers finding permanent jobs in Dumfries and Galloway has more than halved in just four years.
06.10.2021 - 19:57 / dailyrecord.co.uk
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Frustrated councillors are demanding a speedy introduction of more 20mph zones in villages and around schools in Dumfries and Galloway.
It was agreed almost a decade ago by Dumfries and Galloway Council to implement a 20mph policy in built-up areas and outside school buildings.
However, there are still 22 schools in the region without this traffic safety measure, and communities have been repeatedly calling for
The number of newly qualified teachers finding permanent jobs in Dumfries and Galloway has more than halved in just four years.
A small village in Dumfries and Galloway is doubling down on efforts to ensure drivers don’t break speed limits in the area.
Scottish Secretary Alister Jack has this week welcomed a review of MPs’ security following the killing of Sir David Amess.
Cyclist Alan Young raced past his original target to raise more than £2,000 for charity by taking up the Etape Caledonia cycling challenge.
Councillors have called for a speedy rollout of faster internet services at all schools in Dumfries and Galloway to ensure pupils don’t lose out.
Nurses in Dumfries and Galloway are being balloted for strike action in a dispute over pay.
A recent episode of Good Morning Britain has received over 60 complaints to Ofcom as people perceived presenter Alastair Campbell was being "biased" against the government.
Nearly three people per day are seeking emergency homeless accommodation in Dumfries and Galloway.
Nurses in Dumfries and Galloway will be asked to consider strike action in a row over pay.
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He also praised the efforts of John McMinn Snr and the late Cpt Blackett of Kirkbean Community Council whose early fundraising paved the way for future grants.The sea defences project was funded through the council’s Regionwide Coastal Benefit Fund and Regionwide Community Fund.
Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletterA bid to convert an empty village pub into a house has been rejected after members of the community claimed they want to reopen it as a boozer.The Brig Inn at Brydekirk has been at the centre of a wrangle since it closed last year.The pub was bought Lockerbie doctor and mum-of-four Anita Herdeiro, who wants to transform the building into a family home.She submitted a planning application to Dumfries and Galloway
Get the latest parenting news sent straight to your inbox with our weekly newsletterAfghan refugees fleeing the Taliban have been promised shelter and support in Dumfries and Galloway after the council made a public pledge last week.Councillors from various political backgrounds put on a united front in offering a safe haven for families fleeing the crisis-torn country.Dee and Glenkens Councillor Dougie Campbell is a former director of the Scottish Refugee Council and mentor to refugees.At last
Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletterA holiday park in Dalbeattie was refused permission yesterday (Tuesday) to extend its site.Robin and Gail Aston, the owners of Coastal Kippford Holiday Park, sought permission from Dumfries and Galloway Council to set up 13 new static caravans at their visitor location.They submitted an application – which also included parking facilities and landscaping – to the council’s planning committee, however their plans