Welcome to Ouston Parish Council
What We Do
Ouston is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Durham. A Parish Council’s responsibilities vary greatly area-by-area, so here on our Council Information page you’ll find out more about what is relevant to us, and how we go about delivering services to the community. Ouston Parish Council’s Policies and Procedures are also available by on this website. We hope you enjoy your visit to this website and that you find it useful. If you have any comments please contact us. Please bookmark or add this website to your favourites to help you revisit it more easily.
Contact Info
- clerk@oustonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Iris Crescent,
Ouston,
Chester Le Street,
Durham,
DH2 1RJ
Forthcoming Meetings
News
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17 September 2024 - Newsletter
Ouston Parish Council Annual Newsletter 2024
Ouston Parish Council's Annual Newsletter 2024
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2 September 2024 - Newsletter
Keep In The Know – Durham Constabulary
Keep in the Know Find out what's really happening in your area - receive regular crime updates, information on road closures and learn about what your local neighbourhood policing team is doing.
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19 February 2024 - Council Business
North East councils pilot national recruitment campaign
North East local authorities are at the forefront of a new campaign to encourage people to make a difference where they live with a career in local government.
Events
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29 November 2025 - 14:00 to 16:00
OPC & OCA Annual Christmas Lights Event 2025
Our annual Christmas tree lights switch on is provisionally scheduled for Saturday 29th November at 4pm. It will take place at the Ouston Community Centre tree to coincide with the OCA Christmas event which will take place 2-4pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
Quick Links
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Transparency
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts, data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Report an Issue (Durham County Council)
Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.
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Useful Contacts
Find a list of useful contacts such Durham County Council Services, County Councillors and non emergency numbers.
People
Cllr Alan Wake
Chairperson
Cllr Annemarie Bell
Vice Chairperson
Cllr Glenn Batey
Councillor
Cllr Margaret Duncan
Councillor
Area Information
Stats
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Population Estimate
2793
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Unitary Authority
Durham
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Region
North-East
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Country
England
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Postcode District
DH2, DH3
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Dialling Code
0191
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Police Force
Durham Police Force
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Fire Authority
County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service
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Health Area
NHS County Durham CCG