Councillor Christine Blatchford

Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 8 December 2025 9.30 am

The Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee were scheduled to discuss updates on counter-terrorism, domestic abuse and CCTV in County Durham. The committee was also due to review the minutes from their meeting held on 30 October 2025.

Pension Fund Committee - Friday 5 December 2025 10.00 am

The Pension Fund Committee meeting scheduled for 5 December 2025 was set to cover a range of financial and regulatory matters concerning the Durham County Council Pension Fund. Key discussions were expected to include the overall value and performance of the fund's investments, the annual report and accounts, and updates on regulatory changes affecting the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Management Board - Monday 1 December 2025 10.00 am

The Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Management Board (COSMB) of County Durham Council convened on 1 December 2025, to discuss a range of topics, including the Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme, the council tax base, and the Medium Term Financial Plan. The board was also scheduled to discuss the County Durham Partnership, the refresh of overview and scrutiny co-optees, and to review recent petitions received by the council.

Combined Fire Authority for County Durham and Darlington Audit and Finance Committee - Thursday 27 November 2025 10.00 am

The Combined Fire Authority for County Durham and Darlington Audit and Finance Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday 27 November 2025 was set to cover a range of financial and governance matters. Key discussions were expected to include the draft auditors' annual report, the audit strategy, and the internal audit charter. The committee was also scheduled to review financial outturns, budgets, and governance statements.

Audit Committee - Wednesday 26 November 2025 9.30 am

The Audit Committee of Durham County Council convened on 26 November 2025, at County Hall, Durham to discuss a range of reports covering governance, risk management, audit findings, and financial performance. Items on the agenda included presentations and reports from the Corporate Director of Resources, the Director of Legal and Democratic Services, and the external auditor. A key focus was the review and approval of the council's audited statement of accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025.