Dumfries 'learning town' project decision put on hold

Councillors decided there were too many questions still to answer about the education project

Outline business plans are to be prepared for two multi-million pound options to reshape future school provision in Dumfries.

It comes after education councillors agreed to delay a final decision on the learning town project for six months.

There was cross-party concern that too many questions remained unanswered.

Gail MacGregor, who chairs the education committee, said it was clear that more detailed information was needed before a final judgement.

Option one would see all existing secondary schools retained and refurbished.

The second revised option involves the creation of a new "super school" for students in S4 and above, backed by a network of schools catering for pupils aged three to 15.

A decision on the proposals had been expected to be made later this month.

It has now been put on hold in order for councillors to "get enough detail" before agreeing a way forward.