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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...

Council want “voices of residents” for ‘future of Dewsbury’s leisure provision’

The next step in shaping the future of Dewsbury’s leisure provision has been taken, as the community continues to mourn the loss of its...

Great North Run not impacted by ‘looming’ Gateshead Flyover demolition

The looming demolition of the Gateshead Flyover will have no impact on this year’s Great North Run, it has been confirmed. Gateshead Council is planning...

Sunderland bridge to reopen next week after “essential maintenance”

A key city centre pedestrian bridge which has been closed for weeks due to a “pigeon infestation” is expected to reopen next week, the...

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...

Kirklees schools to receive investment to ‘undo years of dangerous neglect’

Millions of pounds have been approved to carry out 34 “urgent” safety works at Kirklees schools. On 10 June, Kirklees Council’s Cabinet agreed a £5.4m...

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...

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...

The Legal Heroine Who Uncovered a £700,000 Property Scam

A high-stakes property scam worth £700,000 was brought to a dramatic halt thanks to the sharp instincts and unwavering integrity of legal professional Lubna...

From pain to purpose: A Leeds man’s powerful plea to men to prioritise mental health

For Leeds-based author Naushad Qayyum, the silence surrounding mental health nearly cost him everything. Now, he's turning pain into purpose with the release of...

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