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I’d like to wish you a very Merry Christmas, however you celebrate it, I hope the day brings you nothing but joy and happiness. As we gather together with our families, let’s also remember those who are alone or in need, and take time to spare a thought for those who are no longer with…

On 17 November 2025, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood laid out one of the most comprehensive asylum reforms in decades in a policy paper entitled “Restoring Order and Control”. The stated goal: to tighten the UK’s asylum system, reduce illegal migration, and make removals more efficient. Key Changes Rhetoric & Rationale Criticism & Risks Analysis: What It Means Politically

The poorest residents in County Durham are set to lose full council tax support due to the latest proposed cutbacks from Durham County Council. In 2013, the Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme (LCTRS) was introduced to offer eligible working-age residents discounts on their council tax bills. The scheme currently supports 31,200 claimants, up to 84%…

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning. We will remember them.

On this Remembrance Sunday, we come together as a town to honour the bravery and sacrifice of all who served, continue to serve, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us. We will remember them.

There will be an election for a vacancy in Spennymoor Town Council’s Spennymoor Ward on Thursday 27th November 2025. Local residents who are not yet registered to vote can do so online: https://gov.uk/register-to-vote or by contacting Durham County Council’s Electoral Registration Officer; Email: electoralservices@durham.gov.uk Phone: 03000 261 212 Applications to vote by post can be…

The Reform UK led planning committee at Durham County Council has just approved the application by Barratts to build 299 new houses on land adjacent to Burton Beck Farm. 112 residents and the Town Council raised objections to this application, which was previously refused in Macrch 2025, highlighting serious worries about the impact this development…

I’d just like to say a huge thank you to everyone who voted for me in this election. I am truly grateful for the trust you’ve placed in me. Thank you to my family, friends, and everyone who helped with my campaign – your support, time, and belief made all the difference. I couldn’t have…

With the local elections rapidly approaching, here are some key dates and information form Durham County Council. Key facts Important Dates Event Date (deadline) Register to vote Friday 11 April 2025 Apply to vote by post or vote by proxy by post, or make changes to existing ones By 5.00pm, Tuesday 14 April 2025 Apply to vote by proxy (not emergency proxies)…

This Week is Children’s Mental Health Week – Let’s Make Every Voice Heard! February 3rd – 9th marks Children’s Mental Health Week 2025, a vital time to highlight the importance of children’s well-being. This years theme is ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’, which is about encouraging children and young people across the UK to embrace self-awareness…