Councillor Nicola Lyons

Cabinet - Wednesday 19 November 2025 10.00 am

Here is a summary of the items scheduled for discussion at the County Durham Council Cabinet meeting on 19 November 2025.

Charter Trustees for the City of Durham - Wednesday 22 October 2025 11.30 am

The Charter Trustees for the City of Durham were scheduled to meet on Wednesday 22 October 2025 to discuss an amendment to standing orders and a forecast of revenue outturn for 2025/26. The meeting was also scheduled to confirm the minutes of meetings held on 11 June, 30 June and 16 July 2025.

County Council - Wednesday 22 October 2025 10.00 am

Durham County Council convened on 22 October 2025, addressing key issues such as an amendment to the member code of conduct regarding freedom of expression, the adoption of the Middridge neighbourhood plan, and the County Durham Youth Justice Service's plan for 2025-26.

Cabinet - Wednesday 15 October 2025 9.30 am

The Durham County Council Cabinet met to discuss a range of issues, including the approval of a new council plan, public health initiatives, support for children in care, and strategies for revitalising high streets. Councillors agreed to publish the Director of Public Health Annual Report 2025, and approved the new Durham Family Strategy 2025-2029, renaming the Corporate Parenting Panel to the Durham Family Panel. Additionally, the cabinet agreed to consult on designating areas in Bishop Auckland and Stanley for High Street Rental Auctions.

All Together for Spennymoor - Friday 10 October 2025 1.00 pm

The All Together for Spennymoor board convened to discuss the Plan for Neighbourhoods (PfN) programme, review the previous meeting's minutes, and receive updates from the chair. A key focus was the content, submission, and discussion of the PfN 10-year vision.