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North East’s ‘transport improvement’ finances could not ‘dual the A1’

Officials at the North East Combined Authority have said that the £1.8 billion provided to the mayor for transport improvements could not have been...
Finance

North East ‘£1.85 billion boost’ not enough to end transport “nightmare”

Far more money is needed to end the North East’s transport “nightmare” despite a £1.85 billion boost, the region’s mayor admits. Last week brought the...
News

North East leaders keen to attract more tourism

North East leaders have vowed to leave old Tyne-Wear rivalries behind and use the region’s football feelgood factor to attract more tourists. Next season will...
Housing

A “positive first cabinet experience” for North East Reform cllr

The North East’s new leadership put on a united front this week, a month on from the seismic shock to the political landscape delivered...
Business & Finance

Extending North East Metro could be the start of a “revolution” in public transport

Finally extending the Tyne and Wear Metro to Washington can be the start of a “revolution” in the North East’s public transport, campaigners say. The...
Finance

A “positive step” as winter fuel payments reinstated ‘for millions of pensioners’

The reinstatement of winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners has been described as a “relief” to households across the North East. Chancellor Rachel Reeves...
North East

Dr Hari Shukla: A lifetime of bringing communities together

Dr Hari Shukla is a visionary leader, a lifelong anti-racism campaigner, and a passionate advocate for unity. Over the decades, he has dedicated his...
Community

North Newcastle’s £1m project could bring its first Islamic centre

The Light Islamic Centre, a community-led project with the slogan “More than just a place to pray”, is set to become the first Islamic...
North East

From the streets of South Shields to the Cage Warriors throne: Shajidul Haque’s rise as Europe’s No.1 MMA fighter

Shajidul Haque, 34, from South Shields, is a force to be reckoned with in the world of mixed martial arts. A decorated fighter and...
North East

TVCA meeting held to discuss ‘critical’ audit letter

A meeting saw Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) Cabinet discuss past, present and future arrangements after a critical letter from their auditor. TVCA Cabinet, chaired...
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