Newcastle’s Labour MPs have come under fire after voting against a Liberal Democrat proposal to remove restrictions on free bus travel for disabled people.
Cuts to fire service funding could cost over 2,000 firefighter jobs nationwide, with the North East among the worst hit. Lib Dems urge Labour MPs and the Mayor to protect local fire services.
Fawdon Community Centre users are anxious about the future. NCAT has folded and the Council is running the building temporarily.
Newcastle’s Labour Cabinet faces pressure to rethink a 30-year Teesside incinerator deal after the Lib Dem Opposition wins a council vote, citing concerns over costs, recycling targets, and environmental impact.
We're thrilled to announce that the appeal to bring a pharmacy back to Chillingham Road has been successful! This is fantastic news for our community, and it's a testament to what we can achieve when we work together.
Celebrating community, service, and support – the Newcastle North Veteran’s Hub is officially open!
A local resident got in touch asking for help to get the no loading markings repainted on Holderness Road. A few calls with the council team, helped get clear on the problem and then they did a great job of getting it resolved.
Mark's been working with local residents to address complaints about the state of our phone boxes.
Peter Allen holds North Jesmond Council seat with increased majority following retirement of long-serving popular local councillor Gerry Keating
Liberal Democrats will continue their campaign in Newcastle and nationally to stop sewage polluting our rivers, lakes and coastline after Labour councillors and ministers missed opportunities to effectively tackle the water companies
In Newcastle Independence Day was celebrated by the raising of their respective flags at the Civic Centre by the Pakistan Association on 14th August & the India Association on 15th August. The latter ceremony was attended by Liberal Democrats councillors.
Alongside some great local food offers, you can now discuss local issues with the Jesmond Focus Team