THE Liberal Democrat leadership of Durham City Council is holding a "state of the city" debate tonight.

The event, in the Town Hall, Market Place, at 5.30pm, is open to the public and is part of a drive for greater openness at the council.

The council's leader, Councillor Sue Pitts, will lead a discussion on the current state of the council and plans for the future.

She said the event would "provide a useful forum for all who care about the future of Durham City district."