Dumfries and Galloway

Novantae 4, Independent Group 3 (also includes the Liberal Democrat councillor), Dumfries and Galloway Independent Group 3, Democratic Alliance 2, non-aligned 1. South west of Scotland, predominantly rural/agricultural; includes port town of Stranraer and Scotland's book town at Wigtown.

Stranraer and the Rhins has a byelection on 20 November (held by Democratic Alliance). Four councillors moved from Conservative to Novantae in June 2025. Three councillors moved from Conservative to Dumfries and Galloway Independent Group in May 2025.

Next local elections
2027

Election cycle
Full

Local authority type
Scotland

Address
English Street, Dumfries DG1 2DD

Phone
01387 260000

Website
http://www.dumgal.gov.uk/

Council Tax (Band D)
£1454.98