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The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

House prices are ‘drifting down’ as figures show a 4.5% rise

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

HMS Forth deploys its new helicopter landing system on the River Tees.

Royal Navy ship adds landing system thanks to a South Shields company

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

Susan Stewart, Sales Manager at Cottam Brush, with the patent-pending SPLITGRIP system.

Hebburn industrial brush manufacturer shortlisted for national award

Siemens in Hebburn.

Siemens' Hebburn academy to help develop next-gen engineers

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Singer Erin Roche, market manager Beth Durkin (right), and traders Dan Jameson, Helen Stewart, and Pauline Smith.

Traders give this verdict on measures to increase footfall to market

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

Kaye Nicholson (left) and Sinia Jazwi.

Women’s networking group set to involve men for its ‘Movember special’
A South Tyneside-based women-only business networking group is set to invite men to take part.
Gareth Crickmer

All these South Tyneside businesses are up for sale in October 2026.

These 12 businesses are currently up for sale in October 2026

These are the cheapest places to buy fuel in South Tyneside, according to PetrolPrices.com.

13 cheapest places for fuel as diesel prices remain high

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Cricket is the winner.

South Tyneside sports club gets green light for cricket facilities

Dave McAthey has won his first Seal of Excellence for his work at Bellway’s Centurion Chase development in Wallsend.

Seal of Excellence win for Bellway site manager from South Shields

If you’re reliant on decent broadband, this is a great reason to switch to something faster

Working from home? This broadband offer comes with a £150 Gift Card

Contract awarded to company helping people with sensory issues such as hearing loss.

South Tyneside councillors agree £683,000 contract

An artist's impression of the school.

'Huge asset' - Hebburn firm completes £53m school project

Council leader Paul Mackings.

South Tyneside council writes off £144,000 in business rates debts

Andy Bradley, left, with Simon Forster of The Tree Fella.

350 new firms set up in South Shields

Former chief superintendent Samantha Rennison has started The Experience Effect with help from Colin Lynch of TEDCO.

Former police boss' consultancy to help female talent
‘Organisations with better gender balance benefit from stronger decision-making, healthier workplace cultures and improved productivity.’
Tony Gillan

The Bamburgh in South Shields.

Pub trading as normal during renovation

New home for accountancy firm.

Firm on the move to new home in Jarrow

Karen Kelso now has a leading role at WCF.

Karen lands top role at growing company

Aldi stores in the area donated 39,900 meals to charities, foodbanks and community organisations during the school summer holidays.

Aldi donates 39,900 meals to charities

Jess McConnell behind the pumps.

South Tyneside pub boss Jess McConnell dies

Households are being urged to check their broadband bills, as staying on the same deal too long could cost hundreds of pounds a year.

Broadband mistake could cost you £452 a year

Simon Forster's (right), Tree Fella business is among the success stories in South Shields.

Tree firm marks 10 years in business

Matt Beeton, Port of Tyne CEO, at the scene of the collapsed crane after the collision.

Port of Tyne appoints three new board members

South Shields Market is open again this weekend.

South Shields Market open again - support local traders!

South Shields Amphitheatre.

Seaside Market returns this weekend

Mark and Lisa Wardingham of Eden Memorials with their prestigious industry award.

Headstone business takes top national award

Massimiliano Messina, Chairperson Nissan AMIEO Region has said the investment will help secure jobs at their Nissan Sunderland plant.

£170m investment in Nissan vehicle at city plant secures 6,000 jobs

Saturday, September 26 sees the launch of Market Jam with musician Ruby Kelly.

Musicians to 'turn up, tune up and join in'

Shop owner Yogendran Mutthulingam with his sister Archa Unnikrishnan.

Hebburn entrepreneur officially opens his newest shop in Jarrow

Mr Swainstons owners Sean Robinson (left) and John Gray, with Jenna Meek, who invested in the business on BBC's Dragons' Den.

Dragons' Den business strikes deal with iconic Black Bullets brand

Fancy better broadband and a £150 shopping voucher? This deal might be for you

Vodafone Business broadband deal gives new customers a £150 Gift Card

Ian Farrar, CEO Crossing Paths CIC, with Apprentice finalist Adam Corbally.

Apprentice finalist calls young entrepreneurs

Liam Grant is set to take over Stoney's Barber Shop on Tuesday, September 1.

I'm carrying on the legacy of a South Shields master barber

Natasha Snaith has risen through the ranks at The Jolly Sailor and is now the boss

New licensee takes over historic Whitburn village pub she loves

Laura Gage, Marketing and PR Manager at the North East Automotive Alliance pictured with Barry O’Neill, Fleet Manager at Lookers in Gateshead (right) along with Judy Teasdale, SME and Partnerships Manager, Neil Davis, Head of Sales and David Godfrey, OEM and Tactical Manager at Mobilize Financial Services (left)

South Tyneside businesses urged to boost British motor manufacturing

From left: James Holloway North East Fund, Ruby Knowles FW Capital and Stephen Downey of Cut Print Solutions.

‘Six-figure’ funding for South Tyneside company

Barbour is recruiting around 40 new machinists as it looks to increase the production lines at its South Tyneside factory following "unprecedented global demand".

Barbour to create new jobs by expanding its South Tyneside factory

Come along to Market Place on Saturday, August 22.

Support local at South Shields Market

John Gray (left) and Sean Robinson, the owners of South Shields-based Mr Swainston's.

South Shields-based Mr Swainston's secures £50,000 on Dragons' Den

The Log Fire Pizza Co, South Shields.

South Tyneside restaurant to close

All these South Tyneside businesses are up for sale in August 2026.

These nine businesses are currently up for sale in August 2026

(L-R) Cllr Dave Royal, Lead Member for Economic Growth, Investment and Regeneration, Chris Meadowcroft, Operations Director at Castle and Darren Brown, Senior Quantity Surveyor at Classic Masonry.

South Shields building to be renovated

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