Expression of Interest for Crook North/Tow Law Pride In Place Neighbourhood Board (Community or Business Representative)
Following feedback received through our community engagement activities and reviewed by the Neighbourhood Board, approval has been granted to extend the Crook North/Tow Law Pride in Place boundary to include Crook Town Centre, Billy Row, Stanley Crook and Sunniside.
As a result the Crook North/Tow Law Neighbourhood Board is seeking to appoint Community or Business Representative from those new areas within the Pride in Place area to help shape future investment and support the delivery of local priorities.
We are now taking expressions of interest to become a community or business representative for the Board. Are you:
- A business owner, employer or employee based within the new areas of the boundary?
- Passionate about supporting local businesses and helping the area to thrive?
- Interested in shaping the future of Crook North/Tow Law and contributing to long-term positive change?
- Keen to play a role in influencing how Pride in Place funding is invested within the neighbourhood?
If so we would welcome an Expression of Interest from you.
How to Apply
Please complete the expression of interest form by 11.59pm on Sunday 4 October 2026.
Once your application has been received, we will contact you with further information about:
- How applications will be considered;
- The role and responsibilities of a Neighbourhood Board member; and
- The next steps in the selection process.
Need More Information?
If you have any questions before submitting your application, please contact us at:
crooknorthtowlawprideinplace@durham.gov.uk
Commitment Required
Please note that this voluntary role requires attendance at Neighbourhood Board meetings and occasional involvement in related activities or working groups.
During 2026, Board meetings are expected to take place every 4 to 6 weeks, typically on a Friday afternoon. Subject to Board agreement, meetings are anticipated to move to a quarterly schedule from 2027 onwards.

Applications to the Neighbourhood Board closed on 11.59pm on Sunday 4 October 2026.
Contact us at: crooknorthtowlawprideinplace@durham.gov.uk
Phases
Reviewing the applications
Thank you to everyone who has shown an interest in being part of the new Boards in Crook North/Tow Law, Peterlee East and Stanley South areas.
We are now reviewing all the applications and will be in touch with applicants directly. Once the Board Members have been selected, they will be published on the Pride In Place pages on the council's website at Economic development - Durham County Council

