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Thousands of pages of evidence handed over to Teesworks Investigation into STDC, mayor Ben Houchen reports

A report of the panel’s findings and any recommendations was previously said to be expected in the summer. The government said any interested party,...
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Tees Valley Mayor, Ben Houchen faces backlash over use of offensive language towards Councillors

The Tees Valley mayor was chastised for his language after he claimed councillors were playing “silly buggers”. Tory Ben Houchen was under fire from councillors...
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Newcastle Council unites to protect children from the vape epidemic

Newcastle councillors have united in calls for the Government to crack down on the sale of vapes and protect children from a “ticking time...
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North East teenager breaks silence about being sexually exploited by older man

A North East teenager has spoken out after she felt punished for being sexually exploited by an older man. Savannah* said she would “probably be...
North East

Councillors voice concerns over proposal to abandon investigations into former politicians’ conduct

Councillors have piled pressure on the local authority to allow investigations into former politicians to go ahead after it was suggested they’d be scrapped. There...
North East

Improved upgrades proposed for Sunderland mosque, facilities await approval

Plans for new and improved facilities at a Sunderland mosque have been submitted to city development chiefs. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has received an...
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TVCA confirms full payment of £15m from 90-acre land sale in latest financial update

TVCA officials have confirmed £15m from a 90-acre land sale has been paid in full and is included in the most recent financial update. The...
North East

Local leaders welcome positive changes in Teesside bus services as a step in the right direction

Changes which have saved some bus services on Teesside have been welcomed as “heading in the right direction” by local leaders. Arriva had announced changes,...
North East

Councillors express ‘shocked’ reaction to Jesmond Street dominated by 94% student housing conversion

Worries have been aired over a street in Newcastle where almost every home has been turned into student accommodation. Councillors expressed concerns last week on...
North East

Health chiefs emphasize ongoing efforts to reduce suicide in Sunderland as latest figures show decrease

Health chiefs stressed work is ongoing to continue to reduce suicide in Sunderland after the latest figures showed a decrease compared to previous data. The...
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