🎓Last week Cllr Cathy Hunt, Cabinet member for children and young people’s services, visited two schools in Newton Aycliffe which we have been able to support through investment. Cllr Hunt attended the official opening of St. Francis Horndale C of E (Aided) Primary School, where pupils showed off their updated facilities following the amalgamation of St. Francis C of E Junior School and Horndale County Infant and Nursery School. She also visited Greenfield Academy, to see how construction of a

Did you know that the council tax you pay is not just for the services you use? Council tax helps to fund all services provided by the council. WATCH to find out more 🎥 www.durham.gov.uk/counciltax | Durham County Council

Durham City Council unanimously passed an ordinance submitted by Councilmember Chelsea Cook that aims to provide tenants in landlord-tenant disputes with more options to enforce habitability. The city attorney's office had suggested a change to the ordinance in response to a late concern by the Durham Housing Authority. Councilmember Cook strongly objected to the amendment and the change never received a vote. What is amazing about this moment is the initial push for this ordinance started from

📷Thank you to everyone who entered our Cycle September photography competition in the autumn edition of Durham County News. Here are just some of the amazing entries, which really showcase the beauty of County Durham. We will be announcing the four finalists soon and then it will be up to you to vote for your winner. 👀Watch this space! | Durham County Council