Councillor John Shuttleworth

County Council - Wednesday 18 February 2026 10.00 am

The Durham County Council meeting on Wednesday 18 February 2026 focused heavily on the council's financial future, with significant decisions made regarding the budget, council tax, and the medium-term financial plan. The council also debated and voted on a motion concerning the re-industrialisation of County Durham and addressed concerns about healthcare provision at Shotley Bridge Hospital.

Area Planning Committee (Central and East) - Tuesday 10 February 2026 1.00 pm

The Area Planning Committee (Central and East) meeting scheduled for Tuesday 10 February 2026 was set to discuss several planning applications for new housing developments and changes of use. The committee was scheduled to consider applications for up to 20 new dwellings in Bowburn, 22 new dwellings in Thornley, the change of use of an agricultural barn to a residential dwelling in Trimdon Station, and the change of use of agricultural land to dog walking fields in Hesleden. Additionally, a variation of a condition for a listed building in Durham was to be discussed.

Chief Officer Appointments Committee - Tuesday 13 January 2026 9.30 am

The Chief Officer Appointments Committee of County Durham Council was scheduled to hold a meeting on Tuesday 13 January 2026. The primary item on the agenda was the formal interviews for the Post of Corporate Director of Children and Young People's Services.

Chief Officer Appointments Committee - Monday 15 December 2025 1.30 pm

The Chief Officer Appointments Committee of Durham County Council is scheduled to meet on Monday 15 December 2025. The main item on the agenda is to discuss the recruitment shortlist for the Corporate Director of Children and Young People's Services. The committee will also review the minutes of their previous meeting.

County Council - Wednesday 10 December 2025 10.00 am

Durham County Council is scheduled to meet to discuss a range of issues, including the Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme, treasury management, and public health. Councillors will also consider motions on waste incineration, poverty among the terminally ill, and support for local farmers.