North East councils

Economy

Councils plead with next government to fix ‘broken’ system or risk more town halls going bust

The next government has been urged to commit to a “significant and sustained” funding boost to stop more local councils going bust and protect...

Business & Finance

North East councils face financial black hole amounting £200 million.

North East councils are facing a financial black hole totalling almost £200m, amid fears that a £5bn nationwide shortfall presents a major threat to...

News

Multi-billion pound North East devolution deal edges closer as Durham given October ultimatum

A multi-billion pound devolution deal to create a new North East mayor is finally on the verge of being sealed – and a late...

Latest news

Upper floors of former Bradford department store could finally become apartments

Councils commit £10m to long-awaited bridge linking Canning Town and Poplar

Forest Gate baker fights Newham Council order to shut home business

Residents protest outside Harrow Council over “damp, mould and spiralling rents”

The Music of Star Wars set to bring galactic symphony to Bradford Live

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