Councillor Lesley Mavin

Children and Young People's Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Friday 6 March 2026 10.00 am

The Children and Young People's Overview and Scrutiny Committee of County Durham Council met on Friday 6 March 2026 to discuss school attendance and education outcomes. The meeting's report pack outlined scheduled discussions on the current state of school attendance across the county, including national and local data, policies, and collaborative efforts. Additionally, the committee was set to review the performance of schools in County Durham through Ofsted inspections and examine educational attainment data across various key stages.

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.

Charter Trustees for the City of Durham - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 11.30 am

The Charter Trustees for the City of Durham were scheduled to discuss arrangements for Honorary Aldermen and review the council's risk assessment. The meeting also included a report on the 2026/27 budget and council tax precept proposals.

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.

Children and Young People's Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 6 January 2026 10.00 am

The Children and Young People's Overview and Scrutiny Committee of County Durham Council was scheduled to discuss several key areas impacting children and families. These included updates on the Best Start in Life agenda, the 0-25 Family Health Service, and the progress of the Family Hubs programme. The committee was also set to review the financial outturn for Children and Young People's Services and the overall performance of the council.