The Auckland Project has announced the appointment of five new trustees.

The charity, based in Bishop Auckland and focused on regeneration through art, faith, and heritage, said the appointments will strengthen its mission and bring fresh expertise to its board.

The new trustees are Jennifer Scott, Judith Layfield, Nick Downshire, Bob Neville, and Victoria Bell. They join existing trustees under the leadership of chair Bishop Nicholas Holtam.

Jane Ruffer, chief executive of The Auckland Project, said: "We welcome Jennifer, Judith, Nick, Bob and Victoria to the board.

"Their expertise will strengthen our mission to transform Bishop Auckland into a leading destination for art, culture and heritage.

"The Auckland Project is a long-term regeneration initiative rooted in the belief that cu

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