In January 2010, we agreed to seek the views of residents, carers and staff on proposals to close of some county council-owned residential homes. Have your say on the strategic review of residential care homes.

The draft Joint Commissioning Strategy for Older People 2010/13 is currently available for comments as part of a 12 week consultation period.

We are producing a new planning design guide which will set out standards on creating more attractive and sustainable buildings. Enter our photography competition and have your say!

We are holding a series of consultation events around the county to get members of the public to get involved with our Equality Scheme.

Wedged between Teesdale and Weardale, Hamsterley Forest offers woodland of outstanding natural beauty. Raise money for MacMillan Cancer Support with a walk in Hamsterley Forest on 25 April.

From S to M in the SME Growth Cycle. Technology companies can expand rapidly – this seminar on 16 March will give you a framework to be able to sustain your business. Contact events@uknetpark.net or 01740 625 180.

Through rain, sun, wind and snow! Find out about the weather in County Durham in our daily weather report.