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County Durham names new High Sheriff

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County Durham names new High Sheriff
Pictured, from left to right, are Helen Dexter, under-sheriff; Michael Poole, outgoing sheriff; Julie Pikesley, magistrate; Councillor Gary Hutchinson, mayor of Durham; Dr Arnab Basu, newly installed high sheriff; Sue Snowden, Lord Lieutenant of County Durham; and Judge Nathan Adams

The County Palatine of Durham has appointed Dr Arnab Basu MBE as High Sheriff for the 2026/27 civic year.


Dr Basu brings decades of experience across business, innovation and community leadership, having co-founded Kromek Group and led the company as chief executive.


He has also held a number of civic roles, including serving as a deputy lieutenant of County Durham and supporting regional initiatives in economic development, health and culture.


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