Plans to build 276 houses on a derelict and empty site in Birtley have been welcomed by one of the town’s Liberal Democrat councillors.
Liberal Democrat Councillor for Low Fell, Ron Beadle, has been re-elected as Leader of the party and Opposition on Gateshead Council.
Local councillors Amanda Wintcher, Ian Patterson and Paul Diston share our community’s sadness about the tragedy that occurred in Bill Quay on Friday evening. Our thoughts are especially with Layton’s family and friends.
Whistleblowers told the Care Quality Commission about a range of safety issues at the Sister Winifred Laver Promoting Independence Centre in Felling
The Care Quality Commission’s report into the Sister Winifred Laver centre has been described as ‘chilling’ by Opposition councillors.
Senior politicians, and business leaders are today urging the Government to end months of uncertainty and commit to providing the final £6 million for the Tyne Bridge's restoration
30,000 people wait for over 12 hours in A&E departments every single week - it's a national scandal and we have a plan to stop it.
What the Government is doing, and why we’re opposing it
Sam Green was the first openly gay politician ever elected in the UK – and possibly the world.
