We’re launching a new consultation today (May 7) about proposals to offer face-to-face customer services at more locations across County Durham.

Find out more and have your say: ow.ly/GuWZ50RvunS

Pedestrians and cyclists will soon be able to take advantage of a new footbridge, which will be installed across the A19 at the A182 junction near Jade Business Park. Work starts this month. Read more: tinyurl.com/26a9t7rb

Litter kills animals.

If your out and about enjoying the Bank Holiday this weekend, please dispose of your rubbish correctly when spending time outdoors. ♻️

Did you know around 14% of all tobacco smoked in the North East is illegal?
❌ cheap foreign brands with no legal market in the UK
❌ smuggled genuine tobacco
❌ fakes
Report anything suspicious at keep-it-out.co.uk or calling 0300 999 0000 anonymously. Keep It Out

Love #CountyDurham events? Volunteer to be a festival maker at events like Seaham Food Festival, Bish Food Festival and @DurhamBrass!

Find out more: ow.ly/GQXj50Rmalr

#CountyDurham has some amazing walking routes! 🚶

If you're enjoying the public rights of way network over the bank holiday weekend, please follow the countryside code - particularly on paths that run through farms or gardens.

Did you know that composting at home for one year can save global warming gases equivalent to all the CO2 your kettle produces annually?

Find out how you can start composting this International Compost Awareness Week (5 to 11 May) at durham.gov.uk/composting #ICAW2024

We’re proposing to reduce opening hours at our existing Customer Access Points to allow us to provide face-to-face customer services at more locations, reducing the distance some residents have to travel.

Find out more and have your say: ow.ly/Rg4O50Rvule

During the course of the Whorlton Bridge project, the whole suspension and deck structure will be transferred to our secure workshop, where it will be refurbished and stored until it is re-erected on site.

Visit our webpage to keep up with progress. ow.ly/brZy50RtmrJ

A £13.5m scheme to improve the A19/A182 junction near Jade Business Park has reached an important stage, with road closures planned for May and June to allow a new pedestrian and cyclist footbridge to be installed. Find out more: tinyurl.com/26a9t7rb

Did you know that composting at home for one year can save global warming gases equivalent to all the CO2 your kettle produces annually?

Find out how you can start composting during International Compost Awareness Week (5 to 11 May) at ow.ly/ZmEE50RtlW8 #ICAW2024

Studying for your undergraduate, masters or even foundation degree? Don’t forget to apply for your exemption from council tax.

To apply, sign in or register for an online council tax account or complete our student council tax discount form: ow.ly/FZuS50Rtq5g

Are you having a clear out this Bank Holiday weekend?

Don't forget to check our website for opening times of your local Household Waste Recycling Centre, emergency closures and more info: durham.gov.uk/hwrc

Have you signed up to the #BikeMonthChallenge with Love to Ride?

📅 Taking place between 1-31 May
📲 Download the Love to Ride app
🚲 Enjoy a bike ride
🎁 Win prizes
❤️ Encourage others to take part!

Find out more 👉 loom.ly/TutvEIs

Don't miss the upcoming NEW drop-in events to find out more about Spennymoor Long Term Town Plan 👇

🗓️ Tuesday 7 May, 3pm – 7.30pm at Spennymoor Leisure Centre
🗓️ Saturday 25 May, 11am - 4pm at Spennymoor Vibrancy event in Spennymoor Market Place

We’re seeking views on proposals to offer face-to-face customer services at more locations.

By reducing opening hours at existing Customer Access Points and creating new ones in other places, we can provide customer service where its most needed. ow.ly/QPJy50Rvujb

North East Mayor Election Results 2024

Kim McGuinness has been elected the North East Combined Authority Mayor

Counting has begun in Durham for the North East Mayoral election.