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North East

North East critics claim ‘all we got was cuts’ from Labour budget

Labour has been accused of delivering little backing for the North East in Rachel Reeves’ first Budget as Chancellor. The big news for the region...
Economy

North East Waspi women warn ‘lessons not learned’ after Budget compensation snub

Waspi women in the North East fear that “lessons have not been learned” after they were excluded from Rachel Reeves’ Budget. A delegation of 30...
Economy

Budget 2024: North East mayor hails ‘biggest transfer of powers’ in a generation

The North East’s mayor has hailed the “biggest transfer of powers and resources” to the region in a generation, after a major funding change...
Gateshead

MP Liz Twist quits charity role amid pressure over winter fuel cut

A North East Labour MP has quit her role in a charity supporting older people, amid pressure over her backing for the Government’s cuts...
Tyne and Wear

Tyne Bridge’s new paint job revealed as first restored sections visible to public for first time

The first revamped sections of the Tyne Bridge are now visible to the public for the first time. Locals travelling over the famous crossing this...
Fire and Rescue Services

Fire service watchdog accused of ‘inaccuracies’ after Tyne and Wear inspection

A watchdog has been accused of “inaccuracies” and of failing to provide proof to back up its verdict on a North East fire service. Councillors...
Health

Newcastle hospitals set for Budget funding to cut waiting lists as Reeves pledges to end NHS ‘neglect’

Newcastle’s hospitals are expected to be given funding in this week’s Budget to help cut NHS waiting lists. The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation...
Economy

North East bus passengers’ fury as Keir Starmer confirms £2 fare cap to rise in 2025

Bus passengers across the North East face a jump in ticket prices, after confirmation that the Government will increase the £2 fare cap. Sir Keir...
Economy

Minister responds to North East child poverty crisis as campaigners plead for urgent action in budget

A minister has promised Labour has “a lot to come” in the fight against child poverty, as North East campaigners pleaded with the Government...
Health

Newcastle Labour MP says government would be ‘wise’ to drop outdoor smoking ban

Rumours that the government is set to drop plans to ban smoking outside pubs have been welcomed by a Newcastle MP. Proposals emerged earlier this...
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