A PARISH councillor has opened a new nursery on the outskirts of Darlington.

Doris Jones, a Darlington Borough councillor for Middleton St George and the village's parish council chairwoman, was guest of honour at the opening ceremony at West View Day Nursery, in the village.

Hazel Tarakji, owner and manager of the nursery, said children had enjoyed the day.

Mrs Jones unveiled a plaque marking the occasion and parents of pupils enjoyed a buffet.

There are 38 full-time spaces at the school.