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North East mayor calls for new era of devolution as power shift promised

The North East mayor has called for a "fundamental shift" in power away from London, setting out a series of demands aimed at giving...
Environment

Ship firm admits Tyne plastic pellet clean-up has fallen short of public expectations

One of the companies involved in the ship collision that spilled an estimated one billion plastic pellets into the River Tyne has admitted the...
Housing

North East renters worst hit in UK as soaring rents leave families without essentials

No one should have to choose between paying the rent and putting food on the table. Yet for thousands of low-income families across the...
North East

Could Metro fares fall to £2? Mayor says ‘we will try’

North East leaders have said they will "try" to reduce Tyne and Wear Metro fares to £2 following the Government's announcement of a nationwide...
North East

North East bus reform plans underestimated by £104m after audit review

Plans to bring the North East's bus network under public control will cost more than £100 million extra after auditors uncovered a major error...
North East

North East high street revival yet to deliver, mayor admits

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has admitted plans to revitalise struggling high streets across the region are progressing more slowly than she had hoped. Speaking...
North East

North East buses could return to public control for first time since the 1980s

Taking control of the North East’s bus network away from private operators could lead to cheaper fares and more people using buses, a new...
Economy

Libraries, roads and social care at risk as councils face £7bn shortfall

Councils across England are facing a projected £7 billion funding gap within the next three years, raising concerns over the future of key public...
North East

Andy Burnham promises ‘No 10 North’ and greater powers for mayors

A radical shift in power has been promised as Andy Burnham delivered his major speech as a bid to place himself as Prime Minister...
North East

Could Andy Burnham help bring the Olympics to the North of England?

The dream of hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the North of England has now been fuelled. Regional leaders and sporting legends are...
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