How to take part
You can contribute via:
online survey on the Budget Consultation webpage, which will be made live on 17 October 2025
Community Conversations in every ward (12 in-person events)
targeted focus groups (e.g., equality groups, people experiencing poverty)
paper copies in libraries and Customer Service Centres, with digital assistance available
Dumfries and Galloway Council are carrying out a public consultation on potential budget savings and income-generation options for 2026/27 and future years.
The consultation will run from Friday 17 October to Sunday 23 November 2025. People will be able to review the proposals and provide feedback through an online survey.
For more information and to take part after 17th October see the Council webpage here: https://www.dumfriesandgalloway.gov.uk/budgetconsultation