News
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Gradual lifting of lockdown restrictions in Phase 2
Further changes to lockdown restrictions in Scotland have been announced today (Thursday, 18 June) by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. Read more -
Face coverings mandatory on public transport from 22nd June
New approach put in place as Scotland moves to Phase 2 of recovery Read more -
Enhanced protection for animals and wildlife announced
Increased animal cruelty penalties and new legal protections for service animals are to be introduced. Read more -
£230 million 'Return to Work' package announced
A £230 million Return to Work package has been unveiled to help stimulate Scotland’s economy following the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read more -
Falkland's first digital farmer's market goes live
Falkland’s first digital farmers’ market, giving the community access to local produce at the click of a button, will open its order books on Friday... Read more -
£62 million fund announced for energy sector
A multi-million pound fund has been set up to help the energy sector recover from the dual economic impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the oil and... Read more -
Industry Experts Volunteer To Help D&G Businesses Plan For Restart
Dumfries & Galloway’s food and drink brand, Savour the Flavours, is launching a series of industry knowledge sharing meetings to help local... Read more -
Interactive maps show breakdown of COVID-19 emergency community support funding
A new collection of digital maps is to display the funding being given to support communities across Scotland affected by coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more -
Tyne Esk LEADER Projects respond to the COVID-19 crisis
A number of Tyne Esk LEADER projects have successfully adapted to the 'new normal' brought about by COVID-19. Read more -
More support for small businesses
Small businesses which share properties but do not pay business rates are now eligible to apply for grants to help with the impact of COVID-19. Read more