A planning application has been submitted to Durham County Council seeking permission to change the use of a piece of land next to 41 Carrowmore Road, Chester-le-Street, from public open space to private garden use. Consideration is pending.

PACT MEETING: A Police and Community Together (Pact) meeting will be held at St Stephen’s Church, Hollyhill Gardens East, South Stanley, from 7pm to 8pm on Wednesday, November 14. A member of the neighbourhood policing team will be in attendance.

ADVERT CONSENT: Advertising consent is being sought for a sign at the Pickering Nook Garage, Pickering Nook, Burnopfield. An application has been submitted to Durham County Council. Consideration is pending.