Welcome to the City of Durham Business Services
Durham comprises the splendour and magnificence of a World Heritage site, quiet medieval streets and historic events, with the excellent modern amenities that you would associate with a cosmopolitan city.
Couple with this a dedicated, innovative Council, whose main aim is to help you succeed by providing the widest possible range of assistance available and you'll see why Durham has the advantage when providing opportunities for new and existing business.
The Council encourages Durham City businesses, whatever their size, to actively seek new business opportunities. To help achieve this the Economic Development Unit works in partnership with a number of other organisations such as the County Durham Development Company, the North East Chamber of Commerce, Business Link, Durham Business Club and most significantly, the City of Durham and Chester le Street Enterprise Agency (CDC) to provide the best possible assistance.
Like a Duckling to Water Swimming Babies
Wednesday 23 July 2008
With the Olympics just around the corner Durham Leisure is doing its bit to make sure this region keeps providing top rate aquatic athletes for the future by starting them young.
City opposes post office closures
Wednesday 24thJuly 2008
At the City of Durham’s full Council meeting this evening (Tuesday 22nd July) councillors agreed a Notice of Motion to oppose the two post office closures in Durham.
Charities “doing it for themselves”
Friday 23rd July 2008
A host of charities will be taking part in the 2008 Durham Big Ride – raising money for their particular cause and getting fit at the same time.
Three Thousand and Counting!
Monday 21 July 2008
The race to be one of the first to swim in Durham’s new flagship leisure complex, Freeman’s Quay, is well and truly on. Already more than three thousand members of the public have cashed in on the swim for a shilling offer.
Making Waves with Swim for Shilling
Thursday 17th July 2008
Members of the public lined the pavement outside Durham’s flagship leisure complex, Freeman’s Quay, today as the revolutionary complex opened its doors for the first time.
Diary Dates for Freedom of the City events
Tuesday 15th July 2008
The dates for the extraordinary meetings of council have been agreed for the three special Freedom ceremonies over the next 8 months.
Industrial Action Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 July
Tuesday 15th July 2008
The three Cityinfo Centres in Durham district will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday this week due to the industrial action. The Info Centres at Claypath in the City Centre, Annand House in Meadowfield and The Linden Centre, Coxhoe will re-open on Friday 18 July.
Have your say on County Durham’s future
Wednesday 9th July 2008
The County Durham Partnership is consulting on County Durham’s new Sustainable Community Strategy (SCS). The SCS sets the long-term vision for the future of County Durham; it describes what we want the county to be like in 2023 and the types of things we will do to make this happen. The SCS is mainly focused the county’s residents, but also looks at how we can improve the county for people who come here to work, study, visit and invest.
Local Youngster to make Waves with Swim Stars
Wednesday 9th July 2008
An 8 year old boy is preparing for the biggest day in his life after winning the right to swim at the opening of Durham’s new multi million pounds leisure complex
Assessment of the night time economy
Wednesday 9th July 2008
At Cabinet this week (Wednesday 9 July) members will discuss the results of a study to investigate the cumulative impact of licensed premises in Durham that says there are significant opportunities to proactively manage and control Durham’s night time economy.
More taxis needed for Durham
Monday 7th July 2008
A report to the City’s Cabinet this week (Wednesday 9 July) is recommending councillors to agree to introduce five more hackney licences immediately to alleviate significant unmet demand in Durham.
Three special people to Durham to be honoured
Tuesday 1st July 2008
At Full Council on Monday 30 June there were 3 notices of motion recommending agreement to Sir Bobby Robson, Fenwick Lawson and Dr Bill Bryson all becoming an Honorary Freeman of the City.
Huge Expansion in Swimming Classes for New Pool
Saturday 28th June 2008
Swimming can help you face your fears, manage medical conditions or beat your dad in a race on holiday, that’s why the City of Durham is more than doubling the number of hours that will be devoted to learn to swim lessons when the new pool opens next month.
New leisure centre to open 18th July
Wednesday 25th June 2008
Freeman’s Quay is being delivered to the City of Durham on time and on budget. At its heart lies a state of the art 25m, 8 lane competition/leisure pool complete with floating floor to cater for all ages and abilities.
Common sense prevails on redevelopment of Byland Lodge
Wednesday 25th June 2008
The decision by the Government Office for the North East not to require a “call in” of the planning application for redeveloping Byland Lodge vindicates the decision by Development Control Committee that agreed 14 – 1 to accept the scheme.
2012 Olympic Gymnasts to Train at Durham Leisure centre
Friday 20th June 2008
Durham City will be a training ground for Olympic gymnasts preparing for the 2012 London Games. The news follows an assessment by members of the 2012 organising committee earlier this year. Now staff are waiting excitedly for the announcement on which country will base it’s gymnasts at the nationally acclaimed site.
Durham Leisure Backs Olympics Bid for City Teenager
Friday 20th June 2008
A 16 year old Water Polo fanatic is the first person to have earned free use of the brand new pool and state of the art Lifestyle Fitness facility at Freeman’s Quay.
Teams join forces to remove graffiti
Wednesday 18 June 2008
Over 20 volunteers from the energy efficiency organisation, Go Warm, gave their services for the day to help rid Durham of graffiti this Monday.
Shades Day support from the City Deputy Mayor
Wednesday 18th June 2008
The Deputy Mayor of Durham got his shades on this week all in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind Association's Shades Day.
Swim for a Shilling at Durham’s Multi Million Pounds State of the Art Pool
Tuesday 17th June 2008
The countdown is on. It’s only a month now until the public can see and enjoy the £12.3m Freeman’s Quay for themselves and, to celebrate the opening, everyone is invited to swim for a shilling! But don’t panic if you haven’t got a shilling all we’re asking is the modern equivalent of 5p!
The Team Fronting the Nations Newest Leisure Centre
Thrusday June 12th 2008
The new team to front Freeman’s Quay when it opens next month is now complete.
Experience a taste of Durham’s democratic history
Monday 2 June 2008
Over the next two weeks, members of the public are invited to take a FREE tour of the newly refurbished Town Hall with local guide David Butler. All those taking part will then have an opportunity to give their feedback which will help plan future tours.
