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Westgate Road, in Newcastle, just before the junction with Clayton Street.

City centre traffic signal upgrade works continue

Works to improve the junction of Westgate Road and Clayton Street will last up to 10 weeks.

Newcastle central motorway, viewed from an upper floor of Bank House, looking towards the Tyne Bridge. The bridge has roadworks on it, to allow for restoration work.

Lead engineer thanks commuters for heeding advice

Motorists praised for their patience and understanding in first weeks of Tyne Bridge restoration.

Newcastle City Council’s assistant director of transport, Pamela Holmes. A white woman wearing a yellow high-vis jacket and a white hard hat standing with the Tyne Bridge and Gateshead Quayside in the background.

What does Wor Tyne Bridge mean to you?

New campaign launched to celebrate why the Tyne Bridge is so special to our region.

July 2023

Families supported to enjoy the ‘Best Holiday Ever’

There is a jam-packed schedule of events, activities and support planned to keep families across Newcastle entertained this summer.

Civic reception for Newcastle United

Newcastle United players and staff were given a hero’s welcome as the city said thank you for their successful season on the pitch.

North East parents urged to think twice about providing alcohol to children

Balance and Newcastle City Council have issued a plea to parents to think twice about providing alcohol to children or teens this summer.

Clean Air Zone charges for vans to begin this July

Van and light goods vehicle owners are reminded that Clean Air Zone charges for non-compliant vehicles start on 17 July 2023.

Youth services receive a boost following successful funding bid

The ongoing partnership between Newcastle City Council and the National Lottery Community Fund will help support continued investment in youth services for the next 2 years via the Newcastle Youth Fund.

Council secures £6.8m to improve energy efficiency of city's homes

Hundreds of Newcastle residents will see reduced fuel bills after a successful funding bid to tackle carbon emissions.

£17.8m awarded to boost energy efficiency of Newcastle buildings

Millions of pounds have been secured to make a range of buildings across Newcastle greener and cheaper to run.

Council parking services set to switch to new payment system

Changes to the way people pay for parking in Newcastle are to be introduced across the city following consultation.

February 2023

New low traffic zone to be created in Jesmond

Measures to reduce traffic cutting through local streets in Jesmond are set to be installed in the coming days.

June 2022

Vital Tyne Bridge inspection works underway

A series of closures and lane restrictions will be put in place as vital inspection work is carried out on the Tyne Bridge.