Cabinet and council meeting news

Woodland in County Durham to be increased in plan to tackle climate change

Published March 17, 2021 1.13pm

A North East council's Cabinet has heard today about the range of measures underway to expand County Durham's tree cover and contribute to tackling climate change.

Council reduces carbon emissions by 16 per cent in one year

Published March 11, 2021 1.32pm

A council's Cabinet will hear about the extensive work carried out in County Durham in the last year to combat climate change.

Free town centre parking after 2pm proposed to support coronavirus recovery

Published March 09, 2021 3.57pm

We are proposing to introduce free town centre parking after 2pm as part of a package of measures to support residents and businesses in the economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

Delight as new £34 million school campus moves a step closer

Published February 22, 2021 11.20am

Headteachers and the Bishop of Durham have welcomed an important step forward in plans to create a multimillion-pound campus for two North East schools.

Council sets out further commitments towards the environment

Published February 03, 2021 11.07am

A North East council's commitment to tackling climate change will be strengthened by its senior Cabinet members this month with a pledge to address all its environmental impacts alongside its low carbon activities.

Three councils join to provide large-scale adoption service

Published November 11, 2020 11.49am

A partnership between three local authorities to provide high-quality adoption and support services will be discussed this month by a council's Cabinet.

Cabinet to be asked to help residents continue to enjoy allotments

Published October 06, 2020 4.02pm

Councillors are being asked to approve the use of compulsory purchase powers to ensure residents can continue to enjoy tending to their allotments.

Council sets out plan to deliver 500 new homes and secure £70m investment

Published October 06, 2020 3.42pm

Plans for a council to become directly involved in the build of new affordable homes will be discussed this month by members of its Cabinet.

Selective licensing scheme approved for County Durham

Published September 17, 2020 10.40am

An initiative which aims to improve communities in County Durham by raising housing standards and management in the private renting sector has received backing by senior council members and two MPs.

Chief executive of leading council announces retirement

Published September 15, 2020 4.31pm

Terry Collins, chief executive of Durham County Council, has today (15 September) announced his intention to retire after a successful 43-year career in local government.

Proposals to improve housing in County Durham

Published September 08, 2020 3.34pm

A scheme which aims to drive up standards in the private housing sector and improve communities across County Durham is being considered by senior council members.