In this episode we speak to Mike and Colin from The Box, who are part of the Building Stronger Families team, based at McNay Street Children's Centre. The conversation reflected upon the service they offer and the evolution of The Box.Th...

In this episode of Darlington Xtra, we speak to Andy from the North-East Regional Organised Crime Unit and part of the National Fraud Protect Network.Officers from this network operate across the North-East and work with organisations to...

In this episode we speak with Adam from the Apprenticeship Team at Bishop Auckland College.Bishop Auckland College offer a range of apprenticeships. Their dedicated team can help guide you through your next steps. Whether you have questi...

Tony, Jo & Jo discuss the SEND inspection, strategy and action plan, as well as the plan for future engagement sessions.Further information can be found on the

In January, the DFE issued new guidance for School Governors on their duties with regards to special educational needs and equality in schools.Anne and Claire discuss the guidance and the implementation in Darlington.

During this episode we meet with Rebecca from Darlington College to discuss their supported internship programme, and speak with Andrew & Meadow who are current interns working for Amazon.For further information on Supported Internsh...

Healthwatch Darlington is your local independent health and social care champion. If you use GPs and hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, care homes or other support services, Healthwatch Darlington want to hear about your experiences. As an indepe...

As part of Children's Practice Week 2025 which is focusing on Domestic Abuse- Sharon, Deborah and Margaret discuss The Moving Forwards Project ran by Helen Miley.The programme uses workbooks to help workers understand and to offer meanin...

Kay and Charlotte discuss their job roles, and the responsibilities the Housing Contact Team have. The team are the first point of contact for customers, responding to around 5500 phone calls a month all of which have various queries the team r...

The Peer Mentoring Project supports children & young people in and around Darlington. Each of our peer mentors have their own care experiences and stories enabling them to support others, give advice and guidance and act as role models....

Charlotte & Martin discuss 'Virtual Memory Box' - a new project launched in Darlington to support life story work.

In this episode we meet Karen, Marie & Louise, who discuss the roles and responsibilities of the Provider and Day Services in Darlington that they manage.You can learn more about the different settings discussed in the podcast here -...

Louise discusses her research area- 'ADHD in Adults' and how she became involved in the Experts in Practice Project.

Olivia, Joanne, Andrea & Amanda discuss the importance of the 'Eyes on the Baby' training project to raise awareness on SUDI Prevention.  Training - 

Lindsey discusses why she wanted to become an Expert in Practice, and why she chose 'Autism in Older Adults' as her area to research.

In this episode Andrew & Natalie explain why they wanted to become an Expert in Practice, and discuss their research area Autism.

Anna discusses her research area for the Experts in Practice Project - Preparation for Adulthood.

In this episode we meet Clair, Jill & Sara who tell us what the team do and discuss their responsibilities.

Jax discusses her research area Self Medication & Substance Misuse and why she wanted to be an 'Expert in Practice'. 

During this episode we meet Linda & Danielle who discuss their research area 'Anti-racist Practice' as part of the Experts in Practice programme. 

In this episode we meet members of the OT & Sensory Team who discuss their roles and responsibilities. 

Jo, Sam and Anne discuss SEND support, practice & provision in Darlington.Further information can be found via the Local Offer - Darlington BC - SEND L...

Tony & Martin discuss Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Darlington, including the SEND strategy and future plans for the town.Further information can be found via Darlington Borough Council -

Adelle & Julie answer questions about rough sleepers in Darlington and where to seek support. 

In this episode, Scott & Julie raise awareness on why people beg in Darlington, and the public's perception of begging.