Councillor Stephen Gray

Cabinet - Wednesday 11 February 2026 10.00 am

County Council - Wednesday 28 January 2026 10.00 am

The Durham County Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 28 January 2026, with a number of key reports and motions on the agenda. Discussions are expected to cover the adoption of the Startforth Neighbourhood Plan, an updated Local Code of Corporate Governance, and a motion calling for the restoration of overnight urgent care services at Shotley Bridge Hospital.

Cabinet - Wednesday 21 January 2026 10.00 am

The Cabinet of County Durham Council was scheduled to consider a range of important financial and policy matters. Key discussions were planned around the Medium Term Financial Plan, an update on Adult Social Care, and a review of the Housing Allocations Policy. The meeting also included consideration of the Corporate Peer Challenge Final Report and future partnering arrangements for Newcastle International Airport.

Combined Fire Authority for County Durham and Darlington - Monday 19 January 2026 10.00 am

The Combined Fire Authority for County Durham and Darlington was scheduled to meet on Monday 19 January 2026 to discuss a range of operational, financial, and strategic matters. Key topics included the evaluation of the 2025 Bonfire Campaign, the State of Fire Report from His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), and updates from various committees and Member Champions.

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.