Durham County Council12 hrs agoPlanning policy review calls after solar farm rowAn MP says amending national policy would come "too late" to stop the development.12 hrs ago2 days agoForest holiday lodges plan recommended for refusalAhead of a decision, Durham County Council's planners say the project would "harm" the landscape.2 days ago4 days agoCouncil slammed for new political assistant jobsThe Reform-led council says the roles will help it to run effectively but opponents are unhappy.4 days ago7 days agoRare coastal grassland restoration completedAlmost £1m is spent successfully restoring magnesian limestone grasslands in County Durham.7 days ago20 May 2026Work to replace cladding at bus station beginsThe council says the work at Durham's bus station could take several months.20 May 202618 May 2026Village 'betrayed' over solar farm approvalResidents of the Durham village bemoan a Planning Inspectorate decision to allow a huge solar farm.18 May 202617 May 2026Second home council tax doubling raises millionsLocal authorities with many second homes are boosting their income by charging double council tax. 17 May 202616 May 2026Suspended Reform councillors quit partyAndrew Harrison and Kenny Hope say they will continue in their councillor roles as independents.16 May 202615 May 2026Pride chiefs say council funding ban sends messageDurham Pride is preparing for its first event since the Reform-led council pulled its contribution.15 May 2026...
