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DURHAM University students are causing more bother for people living in the city than at any time for years, a councillor has claimed.

Coun Jeffrey Young, who represents Crossgate and Framwelgate, made the comments at Durham City Council licensing committee meeting on Wednesday.

He said: "I cannot remember when it has been as bad as it has been this year for the noise and carry on in the early hours of the morning in residential areas."

The criticism came as residents spoke out about rubbish piled in the streets by students leaving for the summer.

William Hunter, who lives in The Avenue, said: "We get a lack of respect from students.

I feel the council should have prosecuted somebody for the mess. This year, it seems to be worse than ever."

The meeting debated an application from Durham University's University College for a 2am drinks licence, to include its student accommodation at Durham Castle.

Vivian Flowerday, operations manager for University College, said: "I think we are a very responsible licence holder. We do listen to what the city says and we have no intention of making life difficult for anyone.

"I'm well aware of the problems students cause to residents. We have a very good student bar staff coming in next year. I'm quite confident things will improve."

University College already had a 2am private club-style drinks licence, but applied for a pub-style licence.

The City of Durham Trust, some residents and several people linked to the university objected.

Dr A I Doyle, a member of University College for 56 years, told the meeting residents were concerned about increased noise.

"Some people are concerned about the off-licence allowing alcohol to be taken onto Palace Green.

"The application has alarmed members of the public,"

he said.

Ms Flowerday said the application did not cover Palace Green and was a "tidying up"

measure, concerning the college's commercial trading during student vacations.

Councillors granted the application.

Coun Maureen Smith, the committee chair, urged anyone who experiences problems to report them and the licence could be reviewed.

1:30pm Friday 4th July 2008

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