South Tyneside Council9 hrs agoLocal plan approved after years-long struggleSouth Tyneside Council approves plans for new housing designations after years of disagreement.9 hrs ago10 hrs agoCouncil cancels climate emergency declarationA Reform UK motion argues the council can improve the local environment without the official pledge.10 hrs ago7 days agoPlastic pellets washed up on beaches spark protestThere are concerns about the risk to wildlife after the beads entered the water in South Shields.7 days ago23 Jul 2026Mayor hits out at port's response to pellets spillThe North Tyneside mayor is seeking answers as the nurdles continue to wash up across the North East.23 Jul 202621 Jul 2026Pellets wash up on beach after crane collapseSouth Tyneside Council urges the public to avoid touching the pellets and keep dogs on leads.21 Jul 202618 Jul 2026Nursery closure fears prompts protestSouth Tyneside Council is consulting on childcare services but parents fear cuts are likely.18 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Anti-social crime leaves town 'like the Wild West'Locals say they are being terrorised despite authorities' claims of targeting criminal behaviour.7 Jul 202629 Jun 2026Listed town hall clock tower repairs to beginContractors start work on the bell hammers, support beams and clockfaces of the structure.29 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Reform councillor resigns as job was 'mis-sold'Harton ward councillor Alex Clarke says he thought he would only have to go to six meetings a year.19 Jun 2026...
