Councillor Tim Robson

Special, Statutory Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 25 September 2025 9.30 am

The Statutory Licensing Sub-Committee convened to consider an application for a summary licence review of CroBar at 14 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle. The review was initiated following a certificate issued by a senior police officer, asserting the premises' association with serious crime. Councillors T Robson, J Blakey, L Brown and M Burnard were scheduled to attend the meeting.

Police and Crime Panel - Tuesday 23 September 2025 1.00 pm

The Durham Police and Crime Panel met to discuss the Police and Crime Commissioner's annual report, the latest performance figures, and the force's workforce strategy. They were also scheduled to discuss the appointment of an independent co-opted member to the panel, and to review the panel's work programme.

Statutory Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday 17 September 2025 1.00 pm

The Statutory Licensing Sub-Committee met to consider an application for a new premises licence for 5a North Road, Durham. The sub-committee heard objections from Durham Constabulary, Environmental Health, City of Durham Parish Council, Crossgate Community Partnership, and local residents, before adjourning to discuss the application in private. The decision of the sub-committee will be made public in due course.

Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 10 September 2025 9.30 am

The Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the latest performance data for the council, and to evaluate the impact of Operation Trailblazer, a project designed to tackle anti-social behaviour. The committee noted the Quarter Four Performance Management Report, which highlighted both positive achievements and areas needing improvement, and reviewed the findings of the Operation Trailblazer evaluation, which will inform future strategies for tackling anti-social behaviour.

Special, Statutory Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday 10 September 2025 1.00 pm

The Statutory Licensing Sub-Committee of County Durham Council met to consider an application to review the club premises certificate for the Barnard Castle Workingmen's Club and Institute (also referred to as Barnard Castle WMC). The application for review was made by Durham Constabulary, and a representation was also received from Mr Martyn Radcliffe. The sub-committee was scheduled to discuss the licensing objectives and consider what steps, if any, were appropriate to promote them.