Fuel poverty

Thousands of people live in poverty in South Tyneside, with food banks reporting 'working poor' and older people are increasingly feeling the impact.

'Poverty truth' panel among latest plans to improve lives in South Tyneside Chris Binding

Over 10,000 in South Tyneside are struggling to heat their homes

Over 10,000 struggle with heating costs Tommy Lumby

Town hall chiefs are working on a strategy to tackle fuel poverty

Major plan to tackle fuel poverty in South Tyneside Chris Binding