Witton le Wear Parish Council

19/08/2025

Witton Word Release 125 August 2025
Please follow link below.

21/06/2025

June 2025 release of Witton Word now out.

09/06/2025

📸 If anyone has any photos they have taken recently around the village and would like to see them in print in our new look Witton Word, please email them to Laura today for inclusion in the new issue at [email protected]
Hope to see some wonderful images 📸

Many thanks

21/05/2025

Witton le Wear Parish Council

Following our AGM on 12th May the following Councillors have been re-elected.

Hannah Murray-Leslie Chair
Caroline Cook
Lynn Docherty
Melanie Campbell

Laura Langstaff-Wood and Lynda Bentley were both co-opted as
Parish Councillors.

The following Councillors have decided to stand down and the Parish
Council wishes to thank them for their many years of service:

Olive Wilson
Paul Parsons
Sarah Morehead

We have 2 vacancies for Parish Councillors.

Please contact the Parish Clerk for more information.

Michael McLaren – Parish Clerk
[email protected]

29/04/2025

WITTON-LE-WEAR PARISH COUNCIL

Community Centre
School Street
Witton le Wear
DL14 0AS

24nd April 2025

Dear Councillor
ORDINARY MEETING

Notice is hereby given of a meeting of Witton Le Wear Parish Council at Witton le Wear Community Centre, on Monday 12th May 2025 commencing at 6:30 pm for the purpose of transacting the following business.

Yours faithfully,

Michael McLaren, Parish Clerk

AGENDA

1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Apologies
3. Declaration of interest
4. Minutes of the meeting held on 10th March 2025
5. Electronic Decisions since last meeting
6. Actions from previous minutes

7. Representation by Residents*
8. Working Groups
9. Microgrants
10. A68 Traffic
11. Parish Plan
12. Witton Word

13. Correspondence Report

• Village Transport – email from resident
• Litter picking

14. Strimming / clearing paths

15. Electronic Decisions Log
16. Financial Report
17. Planning matters
18. Facebook
19. Members Reports

The Parish Councils are open to the public but if you would like to raise matters of interest, please would you contact the Parish Council Clerk via email at [email protected] in advance of the meeting.

Next Ordinary meeting of the Parish Council: - 14th July 2025 6.15pm

WITTON LE WEAR PARISH COUNCIL

Community Centre
School Street
Witton le Wear
DL14 0AS

24-04-2025

Dear Councillor

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

You are hereby summoned to attend the Annual General Meeting of Witton Le Wear Parish Council at the Community Centre, Witton Le Wear on Monday, 12th May 2025 at 6:15 p.m. for the purpose of transacting the following business.

Yours faithfully,

Michael McLaren – Parish Clerk

AGENDA

1. Election of Chairperson

2. Declaration of Acceptance of Office of Chairperson

3. Apologies for absence

4. Election of Vice Chairperson

5. Appointment of Responsible Financial Officer

6. Cheque signatories & online banking

7. Standing Orders

8. Financial Regulations

9. Asset Register (annual review)

10. Risk Assessment (annual review)

11. Unaudited accounts for the year ended 31st March 2025

12. Dates and times for future meetings

09/04/2025

24/03/2025

Ever thought about becoming a Parish Councillor? This could be your opportunity! Find out more about the elections on May 1st and how you can get involved at

Key dates and information in the run up to and during the County Council and Parish Council elections.

01/12/2024

Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer, Witton le Wear Parish Council
Commencing January 2025
Witton le Wear Parish Council is seeking a proactive and organised individual to fill the position of Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. This vital role supports the efficient functioning of the Parish Council in serving a rural community of approximately 500 residents within the Durham County Council area.
Key Responsibilities:
• Acting as the principal advisor to the Parish Council on its functions and ensuring compliance with statutory duties.
• Preparing agendas, attending council meetings, and producing accurate minutes.
• Managing the Council's finances, including budgeting, monitoring expenditure, and preparing annual accounts.
• Overseeing the administration of Parish Council activities and maintaining accurate records.
• Liaising with local authorities, contractors, and the community to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Supporting the Parish Council in identifying and addressing local priorities.

Essential Skills and Attributes:
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in financial management and record-keeping.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Familiarity with local government procedures and responsibilities (training can be provided).
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Details and Remuneration:
• Hours: 17 hrs pcm
• Salary: £13.50 per hour
• Location: Home-based with occasional attendance in Witton le Wear Community Centre.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being of a thriving rural community. Prior experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential, as training will be available for the right candidate.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected]
For more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Hannah Murray-Leslie (Chair) at [email protected]

07/07/2024

Hi all, we very much look forward to seeing you at our Parish Council meeting tomorrow (8th July) ay 6.15pm at Witton Le Wear Community Centre.

Please see the agenda below:
AGENDA

1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Apologies
3. Declaration of interest
4. Minutes of the meeting held on 13th May 2024
5. Electronic Decisions since last meeting: -
Community Association Grant Funding
CDALC Communications
6. Matters arising from previous minutes: -
• Witton Word
• Emergency Response Working Group
• Public Footpaths
• Memorial for Queen Elizabeth II
7. Small Grants Programme
8. DCC Consultations report
9. Representation by Residents*
9. Financial Statement and report – AGAR submission to approve
10. Risk Assessment Updates
11. Planning matters – applications to be considered by the Parish Council
12. Parish Plan
13. Correspondence Report- wooden sign near railway, rural village services
14. Members Reports
15. Chairman’s Report
17. Dates for next PC meeting

*Opportunity for the public to raise matters of interest. Would residents please advise the Parish Council via email at [email protected] in advance of the meeting.

19/03/2024

NOTICE OF VACANCY
IN THE OFFICE OF
COUNCILLOR
WITTON LE WEAR
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that due to the resignation of Philip Cowan, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor
for the Parish Council.
If by Monday, 8 April, 2024 (14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an election to
fill said vacancy is made to:
The Returning Officer
Electoral Services
PO Box 721
DURHAM
DH1 9RG
Tel: 03000 261212
Email: [email protected]
by TEN electors for the said Parish (Ward), an election will be held to fill the said vacancy,
otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.
If an election is called, a poll will take place not later than Wednesday, 12 June 2024
Dated Friday, 15 March, 2024
Jenny Tremewan
Clerk to the Parish
Witton Le Wear Parish

10/02/2024

Residents might notice some of the benches in the village disappearing over the next few weeks, but don't worry - we're getting them all spruced up and they should be back with us soon. Similarly, where bases need replacing or renovating, we'll be doing that too. We'll keep you updated...

13/01/2024

NOTICE OF VACANCY
IN THE OFFICE OF
COUNCILLOR

WITTON LE WEAR

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that due to the resignation of Sarah Brabban, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor
for the Parish Council.
If by Thursday, 1 February, 2024 (14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an
election to fill said vacancy is made to:
The Returning Officer
Electoral Services
PO Box 721
DURHAM
DH1 9RG

Tel: 03000 261212
Email: [email protected]
by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise
the vacancy will be filled by co-option.
If an election is called, a poll will take place not later than Monday, 8 April 2024
Dated Friday, 12 January, 2024

Jenny Tremewan
Clerk to the Parish
Witton Le Wear Parish Council