AS an alderman and local councillor, I must say how proud I am of the Durham Federation’s outstanding GCSE results and the excellent Ofsted reports, at both Ushaw Moor and Sacriston.

These results just show how much the two colleges have achieved in the short time since they were formed.

Surely these two colleges must be the most improved in England?

Durham Community Business College has recently opened a new Sixth Form Centre. This fabulous development is a real credit to our improving village.

May I take this opportunity to congratulate Chief Executive, Anne Lakey, her excellent teaching staff, students, governors and parents for their hard work and commitment to make this happen.

I wish them all every success in the future.

Phil Stoddart, Ushaw Moor.