County Durham in the news as Seaham fatality details surface and local crime/health funding issues trend. A historic North East county, Durham sits on the North Sea coast with heritage towns like Seaham and Darlington.
The V&A’s David Bowie archive goes on a national tour, starting in Dundee this November. More than 100 artefacts—including Ziggy Stardust costumes, Berlin-era keys, and a Hans Korniloff-designed piece—will travel to Dundee, Blackpool, County Durham, Hull and Bristol, following the launch of the Bowie Centre at the Storehouse.
The UK government has announced a new strategy to cut knife crime by 50% over ten years, focusing on hotspot mapping, increased police patrols, and youth support programs. The initiative includes £26 million for police operations and new youth centres in high-crime areas, aiming to address root causes and improve safety.