Councillor Christine Blatchford

Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 8 December 2025 9.30 am

The Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee are scheduled to discuss updates on counter-terrorism measures, domestic abuse and sexual violence strategies, and the use of CCTV in County Durham. The meeting will include presentations and reports from council officers and partner organisations. The committee will be invited to note the information provided.

Pension Fund Committee - Friday 5 December 2025 10.00 am

The Pension Fund Committee is scheduled to meet on Friday, 5 December 2025, to discuss the overall value and performance of the pension fund, review the annual report and accounts, and consider regulatory updates and policy statements. The meeting will also cover consultations on scheme improvements and a review of pension fund risks. Some items will be discussed in a closed session due to the confidential nature of the information.

Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Management Board - Monday 1 December 2025 10.00 am

The Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Management Board of Durham County Council is scheduled to meet on Monday 1 December 2025 to discuss a range of issues, including changes to the local council tax reduction scheme, the council tax base, and the medium-term financial plan.

Combined Fire Authority for County Durham and Darlington Audit and Finance Committee - Thursday 27 November 2025 10.00 am

The Combined Fire Authority for County Durham and Darlington Audit and Finance Committee are scheduled to meet to discuss the auditor's annual report and strategy, the internal audit charter and progress, governance statements, financial forecasts, and budget plans. The meeting will be held at the County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters.

Audit Committee - Wednesday 26 November 2025 9.30 am

The Audit Committee of Durham County Council convened on 26 November 2025, at County Hall, Durham to discuss a range of reports covering governance, risk management, audit findings, and financial performance. Items on the agenda included presentations and reports from the Corporate Director of Resources, the Director of Legal and Democratic Services, and the external auditor. A key focus was the review and approval of the council's audited statement of accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025.