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Government inquiry into 227-acre Burnhope solar farm adjourned after council notification error

A proposal to build the solar farm by the applicant, Lightsource BP, to the north of Burnhope, near Lanchester, was approved by Durham County...

Durham

Durham councillor runs 100 miles in 24 hours to raise funds for new school playground

A County Durham councillor is running 100 miles in 24 hours to fundraise for a new school playground. Kyle Genner, Reform member for Bowburn and...

Durham

Durham councillor slams Arriva survey as “impossible choice” over key County Durham bus route

A regional bus operator has been accused of isolating residents through potential changes to a key County Durham bus route. Arriva is surveying the public...

Durham

Durham councillors back ‘Maya’s Law’ campaign to strengthen child protection after toddler’s death

Councillors have backed calls for a new law to protect children after the tragic death of a County Durham toddler. The Maya’s Law campaign has...

Durham

Durham councillors approve new freedom of expression protections despite warnings over offensive language

A bid to change free speech laws for councillors in County Durham has been approved. Reform UK’s proposal to strengthen freedom of expression protections in...

Durham

Framwellgate School in Durham will be rebuilt to replace the current outdated teaching facilities

The long-awaited redevelopment of a ‘tired’ school described as requiring significant improvements has been approved. Framwellgate School in Durham will be rebuilt to replace the...

Durham

Durham Council receives homelessness funding

A council has been awarded £6million to tackle homelessness and assist rough sleepers. Durham County Council will provide new accommodation and increase support for those...

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North East to get major high street funding boost

The North-East features heavily on the list of areas receiving funding as part of the governments Future High Streets Fund. The funding aims to transform...

North East

16,000 flu vaccines available for most Vulnerable in Durham

People with breathing conditions are being urged to take up their free flu vaccine offer to protect themselves and help reduce pressure on the...

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