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Fury continues to mount as government funding delay imperils Tyne Bridge restoration

Fury continues to mount over the absence of promised Government funding for the restoration of the Tyne Bridge. It had been hoped that a huge...
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Councils in the North East have racked up debts totalling more than £4 billion

The seven local authorities across Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and Durham owe lenders roughly £2,000 per person in the region, according to BBC analysis...
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Newcastle’s deputy leader vows to shield vital support centres amidst budget crunch

A top councillor has pledged to protect three “amazing” care centres from closure if they come under threat from budget cuts. Newcastle City Council’s deputy...
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Tackling childhood obesity in Newcastle: a call for change

Worrying levels of childhood obesity in Newcastle must be reduced, city health chiefs have warned. Newcastle has the highest levels of obesity among North East...
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The Tyne Bridge’s struggle for restoration and government funding

Hanging proudly above a fireplace in 10 Downing Street today is a striking painting of the world-famous Tyne Bridge during its construction almost a...
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Newcastle’s council leader has accused the Government of a “disregard” for cash-strapped local authorities

Newcastle’s council leader has accused the Government of a “disregard” for cash-strapped local authorities after a minister called on struggling town halls to run...
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A historic devolution deal: navigating financial challenges in North East councils

A historic devolution deal for the North East could help ease the spiralling financial burden faced by struggling local councils, leaders hope. The multi-billion pound...
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Northumberland MP urges government to halt ‘disastrous’ railway timetable changes threatening regional connectivity

A Northumberland MP has called for the Government to put a stop to “disastrous” plans that could slash the number of trains stopping in...
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Labour’s shadow education secretary has promised to tackle an absence “crisis” in schools

Labour’s shadow education secretary has promised to tackle an absence “crisis” in schools, amid claims that more than 10,000 pupils across the North East...
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Spiralling costs for taxis strain Newcastle Council finances

Spiralling costs for taxis to take children to and from school are putting yet more “severe” strain on stretched council finances in Newcastle. Civic centre...
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