Leaders urge caution as delta variant is spreading rapidly
Throughout this pandemic the people of this region have responded collectively and effectively...
Pose a question to the Elected Mayor or Cabinet
Members of the public are invited to submit questions to be answered by North Tyneside’s Elected Mayor Norma Redfearn CBE or her Cabinet at the next Council meeting.
Council unveils energy-efficient affordable homes in Battle Hill
North Tyneside Council has handed over the keys to a new development of affordable homes in...
Outstanding council leads the way in improving children’s services
North Tyneside Council has once again been selected to drive up standards in children’s social care services across the country.
Statement following reports in the media surrounding the use of the Union flag at our offices
"Unfortunately the information shared with the media is only part of the story.
"The...
Leaders call for patience while backing roadmap delay
The government’s decision to delay the further lifting of restrictions is one we support given...
Parkrun events return to North East
“Following discussions with organisers and thorough reviews of risk assessments, we’re pleased...
Public thanked for accessing enhanced testing as mobile testing comes to an end
North Tyneside’s additional COVID-19 mobile testing services will come to an end this weekend as they move to areas of the country with greater need.
We have worked too hard to fall at the final hurdle
It has been fantastic to see our cities, towns, coast and countryside buzzing with activity in...
Ribbon cutting ceremony marks completion of promenade improvements
A ribbon-cutting ceremony has been held to officially declare the second stage of Whitley Bay’s...
Budding artist helps to take charge of battery recycling campaign
A creative youngster has seen her artwork displayed on the side of an 18-tonne lorry after...
Extra testing and vaccination services remain in place
Extra testing and vaccination services will remain in place in North Tyneside this week as the...
Your Accessibility Guide to North Tyneside is now live!
North Tyneside Council has worked with AccessAble to create...
Plans revealed to enhance public transport routes and expand cycling network
North Tyneside Council is seeking views on plans for around 14km of new cycling routes across...
Enhanced testing and additional vaccinations in place in North Tyneside as infection rate falls
Mobile test units will be in place in North Tyneside until next week and extra vaccination...
Mouth of the Tyne Festival postponed to 2022
North Tyneside Council has taken the very hard decision to postpone this summer’s Mouth of the...
Free meals and activities for children in North Tyneside
Thousands of children are set to benefit from a programme of free activities and meals in North...
LA7 statement - May Bank Holiday - Carry on being cautious to limit virus spread
While it has since been clarified that there are no formal restrictions on travel anywhere in our region, we should all continue to proceed with caution to protect our communities, wherever we live.
Fountains spring up in North Tyneside
The war against plastics has been stepped up in North Tyneside with seven water fountains...
Door-to-door testing to begin in parts of North Tyneside
Door-to-door COVID-19 PCR testing is to take place in targeted areas of North Tyneside from...
'I am pleased we have been able to clear up that confusion' - statement from our Elected Mayor
Norma Redfearn, Elected Mayor of North Tyneside, CBE, said: “After a day of confusion the...
Confirmed - no travel restrictions for North Tyneside
A meeting took place today between government representatives and other affected local...
Statement from the Elected Mayor of North Tyneside
Norma Redfearn, Elected Mayor of North Tyneside, CBE, said: “Throughout this pandemic we know...
Statement - Travel in and out of North Tyneside
Wendy Burke, Director of Public Health for North Tyneside, said: “Last Wednesday it was...
Mobile vaccination services and testing up and running this week in North Tyneside
Additional vaccination services in North Tyneside are being provided following a rise in case...
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