Durham County Council has launched a new consultation and engagement platform called ‘Let’s Talk County Durham‘ on January 15, 2025. This platform aims to make it easier for residents to participate in decision-making processes that affect their communities.
Key features of the new platform include:
- Option for users to create accounts
- Ability to keep track of feedback and project progress
- More flexible ways to present information and proposals
- Improved reporting tools
- Various engagement methods such as quick polls, surveys, online discussions, and votes
Cllr Amanda Hopgood, Leader of Durham County Council, emphasized the importance of giving residents the opportunity to improve services and influence decisions. The platform is designed to place residents at the heart of decision-making processes.
Michael Laing, chair of the County Durham Together partnership, highlighted that the platform will empower individuals to shape the support and resources available to their communities.
The council will continue to provide printed materials at libraries and customer access points, as well as conduct face-to-face community work. Residents can access the new platform and create an account at
www.letstalkcountydurham.co.uk.
This initiative aligns with the council’s ongoing efforts to engage with the public, as evidenced by their current consultations on budget proposals (closing January 17, 2025) and the North East Local Transport Plan
