NORTH EAST WIDE
Mayor Kim McGuinness is launching the second round of her opportunity fund, investing £1m in creating opportunities for people living in some our most disadvantaged neighbourhoods. This round of funding will invest £225,000 in supporting community-led places and spaces that meet people’s basic day-to-day needs whilst also helping to create opportunity, improve skills, digital access […]
Dr Richard Duggins, consultant psychiatrist and psychotherapist at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW), explores the growing challenge facing today’s workforce. His new book ‘Burnout-Free Working: An Expert Guide to Thriving in a Stressful Workplace’ builds on two decades of patient experiences, sharing what can tip people into burnout and how to […]
Thousands of patients will benefit from faster and safer cancer treatment thanks to new cutting-edge radiotherapy machines being rolled out to every region in the country. The government has paid for new linear accelerator (LINAC) machines at 28 hospitals, which use modern technology to reduce delays to treatment and, in some cases, could reduce the […]
A council’s plans to protect and restore green spaces has been approved despite being labelled “woke” by opposition politicians. Darlington Borough Council has declared a Nature Restoration Emergency to improve the area’s depleted wildlife over the next 15 years. Green Party councillor Kate Mammolotti said developing the plan would be a “win for nature”. But […]
Building a Leading Green Industry Hub Building on the area’s established strengths, Lloyds Banking Group, North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and the North East Combined Authority, and the OFI will partner to unlock private sector funding in the North East. The initiative will focus on the region’s thriving offshore wind and green industry, securing the […]
Kearney FM, one of the UK’s newest and fastest-growing community radio stations, has announced the launch of two exciting digital platforms designed to bring listeners even closer to the heart of the station’s news, updates, and behind-the-scenes activity. As part of its ongoing commitment to accessibility and community engagement, the station has officially launched a […]
Employmentrate (%)aged 16to64 years[Note 2] Change onOctobertoDecember2024 Unemploymentrate (%)aged 16 yearsand over[Note 3] Change onOctobertoDecember2024 Inactivityrate (%)aged 16to64 years[Note 4] Change onOctobertoDecember2024 UK 75.0 0.0 4.5 0.2 21.4 -0.2 GreatBritain 75.1 0.1 4.6 0.2 21.2 -0.2 England 75.4 0.0 4.6 0.1 20.9 -0.1 North East 68.0 -2.3 5.1 0.1 28.4 2.3 North West 74.0 0.0 […]
Business leaders gathered last week for a powerful session exploring how employers can support people with criminal convictions into work, and how inclusive recruitment can help reduce reoffending, fill skills gaps and build stronger communities. The event, Chamber Thought Leadership: Connecting Business and People, was part of the North East Chamber of Commerce’s knowledge and learning […]
The organisers of schemes in North Yorkshire which help young people reach their full potential are looking for more volunteers. Such is the success of both the Independent Visitor project and Buddy Network scheme, that more people are required to help deliver the services across the county. The schemes are administered by North Yorkshire Council […]
Mayors need new devolved powers for rail to truly transform travel for local passengers North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has said. Her comments come as she takes leadership of the region’s new North East Rail Partnership, where she will meet regularly with rail partners and Government to improve rail services, delivering her ambition for […]
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