Annual budget (2027/28) and Medium Term Financial Plan (2027/28-2030/31) consultation
We are asking residents, businesses, partners and community organisations for views on our budget for 2027/28 and our four-year financial plan to 2030/31. Like many councils, we are facing rising costs and growing demand for services. This page explains the current financial position, the main areas we are consulting on, and how you can have your say.
More detailed information is available in the Cabinet report Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Next steps
We will review all feedback received before final budget proposals are considered. The feedback will inform a report to Cabinet in January 2027, ahead of final budget proposals being considered by Cabinet and Full Council in February 2027.
Phases
Budget proposals for 2027/28 and MTFP 2027/28-2030/31 - Have your say
Fill in our online survey. (A copy of the questions can be downloaded below to help you prepare your answers should you need it).
Attend one of our online sessions where you can hear more about the proposals and ask questions (see events details below).
Paper copies of the information and survey are available from any County Durham library.
If you want the information in an alternate format, please email: letstalkcountydurham@durham.gov.uk
The deadline for feedback is Sunday 15 November 2026.
Follow the project at the top of the page if you'd like to be kept updated with progress.
Upcoming and ongoing events in this phase
- 21Oct
Keeping you informed about our budget proposals
- 05Nov
Keeping you informed about our budget proposals
- 12Nov
Keeping you informed about our budget proposals
Events
Upcoming and ongoing events
Event date: October 21st, 2026 from 17:00 to 17:30.
9 registrants
Event date: November 5th, 2026 from 11:00 to 11:30.
3 registrants
Event date: November 12th, 2026 from 18:00 to 18:30.
3 registrants
Past events
Event date: October 6th, 2026 from 13:00 to 13:30.
13 registrants