Recent Developments: In response to the news that the proposed incinerator at the Hownsgill industrial estate had been effectively halted, Richard Holden, the Member of Parliament for North West Durham, conveyed his thoughts on the matter:

“Today’s decision to dismiss the appeal and deny permission for the Consett incinerator is the right one. I spoke up for my constituents against it in Parliament, gave evidence at the planning inquiry, and have consistently supported the strong local voices of residents led by Conservative Councillors Angela Sterling and Michelle Walton. It is fantastic to see hard work pay off.“

“For too long, the voice of Consett has been ignored by those in the corridors of power. From the tens of millions of pounds for the new community hospital to replace Shotley Bridge, to the investment in local jobs, this news the latest in a long line of evidence that this is no longer the case with Conservative Councillors, MPs and a Conservative Government fighting and delivering for local people.”