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Illustration of a yellow circle surrounded by graphics of children and adults playing. Centre shows graphic of the Tyne Bridge and Grey's Monument with a penguin, in scarf and flying goggles, flying above them. Text reads Newcastle SEND Celebration Events 1st June - 5th July 2024

Summer events to celebrate children with SEND in Newcastle

Competition also seeks name for special educational needs and disabilities Local Offer mascot.

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The Tyne Bridge, viewed from the Gateshead end of the Swing Bridge, showing the scaffolding on the Gateshead Tower

Drivers advised to plan ahead for Tyne Bridge restoration

Crossing will close overnight in run up to Easter, then Tyne Bridge lane closures begin in April.

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The swimming pool at Jesmond Pool and Gym

Leisure centres go green after £400k funding boost

Solar panels will be installed to reduce energy use and cut carbon emissions.

January 2024

Jesmond neighbourhood low traffic zone to be removed

Initiative aimed at reducing vehicles using residential streets will not continue after pilot.

Newcastle’s Christmas Market a sparkling success

The market attracted over 1.375 million visitors and gave a near £57m boost to the city economy.

Food store directors fined for safety and hygiene breaches

Officers found the dirty store had food not labelled properly and stored at unsafe temperatures

Reducing poverty key to improving health

Tackling poverty has a major role to play in improving the health of Newcastle’s residents, a senior councillor has said.

Time to remember and reflect on the fragility of freedom

This Holocaust Memorial Day people are urged to think about the freedoms we all take for granted.

Fly-tipper must do unpaid work after dumping waste

The Blakelaw man pleaded guilty to illegally transporting waste and Benwell and Lemington fly-tips

Have your say and help shape the future of Newcastle

Local people and businesses are being urged to share what they want Newcastle to be like by 2045.

Proposed changes to parking charges

Proposals for changes to car parking charges in Newcastle have been set out as part of an annual review.

Drivers warned of closures and lane restrictions on the Tyne Bridge

Drivers are being given advance notice of some closures and lane restrictions on the Tyne Bridge (A167).

Councillors celebrate progress towards net zero

Newcastle has seen a 42 percent fall in carbon dioxide emissions since 2005.

Working together to stop abuse of vulnerable residents

Project launched to raise awareness of and tackle home takeovers, also known as cuckooing

Recycle your small electricals with new service

Recycling your small electricals has been made easier with the launch of a new council service.