Councillor Richard Bell

County Council - Wednesday 10 December 2025 10.00 am

Durham County Council is scheduled to meet to discuss a range of topics, including a petition to reduce the speed limit in Neville's Cross from 40mph to 30mph, a mid-year review of treasury management, and the Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2026/27. Councillors will also consider motions on waste incineration, poverty, and support for local farmers.

County Council - Wednesday 10 December 2025 12.00 pm

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

The Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee are scheduled to discuss updates on counter-terrorism measures, domestic abuse and sexual violence strategies, and the use of CCTV in County Durham. The meeting will include presentations and reports from council officers and partner organisations. The committee will be invited to note the information provided.

Pension Fund Committee - Friday 5 December 2025 10.00 am

The Pension Fund Committee is scheduled to meet on Friday, 5 December 2025, to discuss the overall value and performance of the pension fund, review the annual report and accounts, and consider regulatory updates and policy statements. The meeting will also cover consultations on scheme improvements and a review of pension fund risks. Some items will be discussed in a closed session due to the confidential nature of the information.

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

The Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Management Board of Durham County Council is scheduled to meet on Monday 1 December 2025 to discuss a range of issues, including changes to the local council tax reduction scheme, the council tax base, and the medium-term financial plan.