Councillors are set to review progress on Dumfries and Galloway Council's £70.7 million capital investment programme when the Economy and Infrastructure Committee meets on Tuesday 3 November.

A Quarter 2 report, covering 1 July to 30 September 2026, indicates that total capital spend in the 2026/27 financial year is projected to align with the council's updated £70.7 million capital budget.

The programme spans substantial investment in schools, roads and transport, regeneration initiatives and environmental projects across the region.

Highlights from the quarter include the opening of the new Dumfries High School, construction commencing on the Whitesands Flood Protection Scheme, nine new zero-emission buses entering regional service, and ongoing work towards the new Dumfries Zero Waste Park.

Members will also be asked to consider in-year adjustments across individual property, public realm and transport schemes. Proposals include transferring £460,000 from the Active Travel budget to support core paths works, and moving £75,000 from the public spaces and infrastructure budget to resurface outdoor multi-use sports courts.

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Chair of the council's Economy and Infrastructure Committee, Cllr Andy Ferguson, said: "Our capital programme represents significant investment in communities right across Dumfries and Galloway, and it is encouraging to see major projects continuing to move forward.

"From new and improved schools to flood protection, public transport and investment in our wider infrastructure, these projects have a very real impact on people's everyday lives.

"The proposed £460,000 for core paths is another important part of that investment, recognising the value of our local path network to communities across Dumfries and Galloway. The committee will carefully consider the latest position and the adjustments proposed as we continue to make sure investment is directed effectively."

Vice-Chair of the committee, Cllr Tony Berretti, said: "Delivering a capital investment programme of this scale requires careful financial management alongside a continued focus on ensuring project delivery. There is positive progress across much of the programme, while the report is also clear about those projects where challenges remain.

"It is important that we continue to scrutinise progress closely and make the adjustments required to get the best possible value from the investment being made across the region."