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County Durham Transport Funding Slashed From £73m to £23m

Durham Council faces major cuts to transport funding, receiving only £23m after being promised £73m. County Durham Transport Funding Slashed From £73m to £23m Durham Council will get less money than expected. They were promised £72.8 million by the prior government. Now, they will only receive £23 million in total. Council leaders waited for news…

Durham County Council Approves Council Tax Increase After Close Vote

Council tax in County Durham will rise after a narrow vote, as leaders cite financial pressures and differing political views. Durham County Council Approves Council Tax Increase After Close Vote Durham Council’s budget passed yesterday. Some councillors opposed it; fifty-nine councillors voted yes, while fifty-seven voted no. Leaders say finances will be tough, and they…