Kevan met today with a group of constituents at his office in Sacriston to discuss access issues for people with guide dogs.

As a result of the meeting, Kevan will be seeking a meeting with Durham County Council to discuss the level of training provided to taxi drivers to ensure that blind and partially sighted people are able to use taxis.

Kevan will also be writing to the Government to raise issues about access to restaurants for people with Guide Dogs.