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Middle East nation “key partner” for Newcastle investment

Newcastle City Council has defended seeking investment from Saudi Arabia, after accusations that its reputation is being “dragged through the mud” because of connections...

Newcastle

Newcastle Council leader faces pressure over NUFC’s Saudi ties amid human rights concerns

Leading human rights activists have urged Newcastle City Council to take a firmer stance against alleged "sportswashing" by Saudi Arabia during a meeting with...

Politics

Fierce debate over claims that Sikh activists are at risk in Slough

Two Slough residents claim they and their families’ lives are being put at risk by the Indian government – and one says he needs...

Newcastle

‘Forced labour’ claims against NUFC sponsor

Workers at Newcastle United sponsor Noon have experienced “conditions that may amount to forced labour”, a human rights organisation has alleged. According to a research...

Newcastle

Newcastle Council and NUFC face backlash after emails reveal Saudi investment ties amid human rights concerns

Senior figures at Newcastle City Council and Newcastle United are using the takeover of the club to push for closer ties and more investment...

Newcastle

NUFC anti-sportswashing group calls for ‘push back’ against Saudi owners ahead of match protest

Newcastle United fans campaigning against the Saudi ownership of the club have renewed calls for Tyneside’s leaders to speak up over the state’s human...

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