Communities
The Communities section has been created to ensure that people have a say in how council services are developed and run by putting residents' views at the centre of the decision making process.
If you want to contact us please email connecting@darlington.gov.uk.
Community Partnerships
Darlington has 11 Community Partnerships based in different areas of the Borough. People who live or work in those areas come together to tackle local issues working with a range of partners.
Community Safety Partnership
Darlington Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership (CDRP) works to ensure that Darlington continues to be a safe place to live and work.
GOLD
GOLD (Growing Older, Living in Darlington) is an organisation for older people and their families and friends in the Darlington area. It is supported by Darlington Borough Council and Darlington Primary Care Trust.
Social Inclusion and Equality
The Council's approach to inclusion is about working to improve the life chances of people who are at risk of disadvantage and discrimination
Talking Together
Talking Together is an initiative which gives people the chance to speak directly to senior councillors, council officers, and the police and health service providers, about issues affecting them.
Voluntary and Community Sector
Voluntary and community groups in Darlington play a vital role in improving lives and regenerating areas.
Welfare Rights
Every year billions of pounds of welfare benefits and tax credits go unclaimed. You may be entitled to more money than you are currently receiving.