The costs of the plans to protect a flood-prone part of Dumfries have nearly doubled.

The cost of the scheme on the Whitesands has risen sharply since the last estimate in 2023 of £37.5m.

There are currently eight flood warnings across the region, meaning that flooding is expected, as Storm Bram hits the UK. | ...

Dumfries and Galloway Council will consider the future of the Whitesands Project – combining a major flood protection scheme ...

Drivers have been urged to take extra care on Monday.

Flood alerts remain in place across Scotland following a spell of heavy rain from the west on Monday. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has eight alerts in place that cover much of the ...