Councillors Richard Ormerod, David Freeman, Carole Lattin, Rob Hanson & Helen Weston

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Town Council for Durham a step closer

by Elvet & Gilesgate Lib Dems on 21 June, 2017

Many residents will be happy to know that the County Council today agreed to the formation of a City of Durham Parish Council next year.

Councillors David Freeman and Richard Ormerod both spoke in favour, and unlike five years ago, nobody opposed it.

Councillor David Freeman said:

“It is great news that the council is now backing local people with setting up a new town council for Durham City centre.  It is five years since the council shamefully voted against the previous attempt when a majority of city centre residents responding to the consultation supported it.  The local Lib Dems have long campaigned for a local council and were pleased even more people supported the idea in last year’s referendum.  Since the abolition of Durham City Council we have missed the benefits a more local council can provide.  It will be another voice speaking up for our fantastic city.”

Councillor Richard Ormerod added:

“This is great news, our city will at last have the voice it deserves.”

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