Politician Alister Jack has exchanged the intrigues and dramas of Westminster for the page-turning storylines on the book shelves of Wigtown.

More clarity is being sought from the Scottish Government on proposals to use the east pier at Stranraer as an overspill lorry park in the event of a no-deal Brexit.

The emergency plans featured in a statement made at Holyrood this week by Deputy First Minister John Swinney.

Urgent steps must be taken to ensure there is sufficient protection for buildings close to Stranraer’s derelict George Hotel.

That was the call this week from Scottish Secretary and local MP Alister Jack, who was contacted by constituents in the area.

Dumfries and Galloway MP Alister Jack has praised the organisers of last weekend's highly successful Stranraer Oyster Festival on 'a job well done.'

The Scottish Secretary and his wife Ann enjoyed the event, which attracted thousands of visitors to the town and wider area.

New visa rules allowing overseas students to work in the UK for two years after graduation should benefit Dumfries and Galloway campuses.

A funding boost for Scottish agriculture will bring extra support to rural Dumfries and Galloway.

An amazing charity fundraiser from Dumfries and Galloway has been honoured by outgoing UK Prime Minister Theresa May.

A multi-million pound investment package confirmed this week will be a vital shot in the arm for the region.

Long-term plans for a new £2 million visitor centre at Logan Botanic Gardens would be a shot in the arm for the region.

Green fingered volunteers behind award-winning railway station gardens received warm praise from an admirer when they notched up an open day first.