Northumbrian Water is to carry out major works lasting up to 6 moths in Newton Hall, to improve capacity and reduce flood risk. As part of these works your Lib Dem councillors have been in discussions, and new play facilities are to be provided after the works have been completed, at Salisbury Road where a large holding tank is to be installed underground.

More details on Northern Echo site:  http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/11357062.Work_to_upgrade_sewer_network_due_to_begin_at_Newton_Hall__Durham_City/?ref=var_0