Durham County Council has changed the Council Tax Reduction Scheme. From 1 April 2026, all working‑age residents will need to contribute towards their Council Tax.
We want to make sure you have the right advice and support. If you’re unsure how these changes might affect you, or what to do next, please contact Durham County Council on 03000 262 0000.
We are proud of how our community partners have supported tenants and residents during this difficult year. They have, and continue to achieve so much.
Helped over 840 children by distributing 4,900 packed lunches and activity packs over the school holidays
Provided food bank services every day throughout lockdown for anyone in need
Helped 2,160 vulnerable people by giving them fresh food bags.
Delivered 1,080 emergency food parcels.
Provided regular free activities for local children
Offered ‘garden buddies’ for 21 people isolating by sitting and talking in their own garden
Supplied meals to 150 families who were struggling financially.
Provided hot affordable nutritious meals for all ages through a takeaway service operating six days a week.
Helped over 60’s project by delivering an activity pack each week, ranging from flowers to photo frames, pottery to plants, chair-based exercises, crosswords and puzzles and recipes