AN independent cinema chain is looking at opening in Durham - despite the likely closure of the city's picture house.
Consultants for a London company that specialises in screening arthouse films have expressed an interest in the city.
The Robins Cinema, in North Road, has said it will close when a multiplex opens as part of the £21m Walkergate development by Durham City Council and Amec.
However, John Jennings, the city council's director of environmental services, said: "Myself and colleagues have had a meeting with a London independent chain of cinemas who are considering Durham for a location.''
Meanwhile, Walkergate developer Amec is in talks with a potential operator for the development's multiplex cinema.
Warner Village pulled out of negotiations three months ago and a un-named rival has been selected and is in contractural negotiations.
Mr Jennings said: "We are in exactly the same position. There was always a number of operators that Amec was talking to.'
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