Consumer, crime and safety news

A Newcastle private hire driver has been ordered to pay over £800 after he was found plying for hire in County Durham.

A man who was caught on camera fly-tipping in a popular dog walking location has appeared before magistrates.

Police and licensing officers have carried out a joint operation as part of ongoing work to ensure taxi safety.

County Durham residents are invited to have their say on measures put in place to tackle anti-social behaviour.

New measures to tackle anti-social behaviour and improve health and wellbeing are being introduced in a County Durham town.