Of 19 officers suspended, five face allegations of sexual misconduct and six of domestic abuse.

The safety checks follow a similar operation in Durham and Darlington in December last year.

Lloyd Codling is accused of inappropriate conduct with a female colleague.

There have been multiple suspected arson attacks in Newton Aycliffe over the past month.

There have been several suspected arson attacks in Newton Aycliffe in the past week.

Police believe the arson attack in Newton Aycliffe, which also destroyed two cars, was targeted.

The RSPB says that the satellite tag's lack of transmission "strongly suggests human interference".

People are invited to raise concerns or voice opinions at monthly informal meetings in a coffee shop.