00:00Plans to cut neighbourhood wardens in County Durham to save money have prompted warnings
00:06about community safety. Durham County Council says reducing numbers next year could help save
00:12ÂŁ3.4 million. Wardens deal with littering, dog fouling, fly tipping and graffiti. The Police
00:18Iron Crime Commissioner and parish councillors fear cuts could undermine confidence. The Reform
00:24UK led council says inflation and demand are driving pressures with Deputy Leader Darren
00:29Grimes saying savings plans have been reduced and wardens remain valued. The proposals sit
00:35within budget plans including a council tax rise which remains subject to consultation
00:40with residents and local representatives.
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