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Ex-mayor Jamie Driscoll to launch new political organisation to create ‘progressive alliance’

Ex-mayor Jamie Driscoll is launching a new movement aimed at creating a “progressive alliance” of political candidates. The former North of Tyne mayor, who quit...

North East mayor pushes for free school meals to tackle child poverty

Every child in the North East could receive free school meals throughout primary school under plans to combat poverty levels. North East mayor Kim McGuinness...

Councillor emphasises importance of woman of colour as leader with new leader of Newcastle Council to be chosen next week

Nick Kemp’s successor as Newcastle City Council leader is expected to be chosen next week. The long-serving Byker councillor quit as leader of the city’s...

North East mayor urges Labour to move on from ‘Westminster bubble’ rows

The North East mayor has urged Labour to deliver a message of hope in order to move away from the “Westminster bubble” rows that...

Nick Kemp’s full statement released as he resigns amid bullying claim

Nick Kemp said he “strenuously” denies a bullying allegation against him and accused some fellow Labour councillors of acting “against the interests” of the...

Newcastle City Council leader Nick Kemp resigns after bullying accusation

Newcastle City Council leader Nick Kemp has resigned in the wake of a bullying complaint against him. The Labour councillor will step down with immediate...

North East sets out to reduce ‘immoral’ child poverty rates

The North East has set out an ambition to lead the nation in bringing down “immoral” child poverty rates blighting the lives of thousands...

Newcastle council cabinet member quits after bullying complaint against leader

A cabinet member has resigned and bosses are facing calls for an independent investigation at Newcastle City Council, after an allegation of bullying against...

North East mayor ‘unapologetically ambitious’ amid questions over £8.7bn transport wishlist

An £8.7 billion wishlist to give the North East a “world class” transport system has won the approval of the region’s leaders, despite questions...

North East plans £70m cash injection to cover major gap in investment for growing businesses

North East leaders have backed plans to inject £70 million into innovative businesses across the region. Mayor Kim McGuinness and council leaders across Northumberland, Tyne...

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