The City Mail

Financial pressures ‘cast a significant shadow’ over Durham council

Financial pressures ‘cast a significant shadow’ over Durham council

Politicians in charge at the Reform-led Durham County Council have warned the ongoing financial challenges facing the local authority β€œcontinue to cast a significant shadow” over its budget for next year and beyond.Β  In the latest estimates revealed in November, council officers anticipate that Β£72.8 million worth of savings is required over the next four…

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Reform members to avoid Durham parish meetings after road safety row

Reform members to avoid Durham parish meetings after road safety row

New safety measures have been approved in Pelton, County Durham, amid speeding concerns from residents.Β  Improved signage, new 20mph school zones and gateway improvements will be introduced but previous plans for speed bumps have been shelved after the current councillors said they were not wanted.Β  However, the area’s Reform representatives have been accused of failing…

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