Councillor Elizabeth Pears

Durham Family Panel - Friday 20 February 2026 9.30 am

The Durham Family Panel was scheduled to receive updates on various aspects of children's services, including Ofsted reports, the activities of the Children in Care Council, and the work of the 'Voices' Care Leavers' Network. The meeting was also set to include presentations from young people involved in the 'Experts through Experience' group.

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.

Charter Trustees for the City of Durham - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 11.30 am

The Charter Trustees for the City of Durham were scheduled to discuss arrangements for Honorary Aldermen and review the council's risk assessment. The meeting also included a report on the 2026/27 budget and council tax precept proposals.

Durham Family Panel - Friday 16 January 2026 9.30 am

The Durham Family Panel meeting was scheduled to cover a range of important topics concerning children and young people in County Durham. Key discussions were expected to include updates on Ofsted inspections, the progress and achievements of children in care, and the support provided to care leavers, adopted children, and kinship carers. The panel was also set to review the Durham Safeguarding Children Partnership's annual report, detailing multi-agency efforts to protect children.

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.