Councillor Tracie Smith

County Council Committee Member

County Council - Wednesday 15 July 2026 10.00 am

County Council Committee Member

Annual Meeting, County Council - Wednesday 20 May 2026 10.00 am

The County Council of County Durham convened for its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, electing a Chair and Vice-Chair, reviewing its constitution, and making key appointments to various council bodies and committees. Significant decisions included the approval of amendments to the Council's constitution, the appointment of chairs and vice-chairs for numerous committees, and the establishment of political assistant roles.

County Council Committee Member

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.

Highways Committee Committee Member

Highways Committee - Friday 19 December 2025 9.30 am

The Highways Committee is scheduled to convene to discuss a range of topics, with a primary focus on an application to modify the Definitive Map and Statement of Public Rights of Way concerning an alleged public footpath in West Rainton.

County Council Committee Member

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.