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A report to full council next week will recommend that the council’s constitution is amended.

South Tyneside Council's planning committee to lose three members

Whitburn residents are being consulted over proposals to establish a parish council for the village.

Consult on new parish council

The Great North Run brings thousands of visitors to South Tyneside.

Mayor says 'tourist tax' will help South Tyneside

Jarrow MP Kate Osborne, left, and Emma Lewell MP who represents South Shields.

MPs urge protection of disability payments

Calls for South Tyneside’s Reform leader to expel two top councillors

Whitburn Academy pupils celebrate receiving their GCSE results

Count Binface of the Count Binface Party

Talking bins, nursery rows and a popularity test for Reform UK

Emma Lewell, South Shields MP.

South Shields MP looks ahead to Andy Burnham becoming Prime Minister

Gazette Editor Richard Ord and campaigner Joanna Taylor.

Why 'whirlwind' Joanna will not be ignored on Stanley's nurseries

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in Downing Street announcing his resignation. Photo by Andrew Matthews/PA

Emma Lewell MP: I was elected as an MP to seek your advancement – not mine

Jarrow MP backs former Manchester Mayor to be Prime Minister

Council leader makes Keir Starmer resignation stance statement

Alex Clarke pictured, second from right, on the campaign trail with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Critics demand answers after Reform councillor quits Harton post

Harton councillor Alex Clarke has resigned.

South Shields Reform UK councillor defends decision to quit

Arbeia Roman Fort, in South Shields.

Historian to delve into the Early Medieval period of South Shields

New Mayor of South Tyneside Cllr Stan Wildhirt Chairing Annual Full Council Meeting

'Bringing people together' - New Mayor of South Tyneside sworn in
South Tyneside has sworn in councillor Stan Wildhirt as its new mayor.
Chris Binding

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How ‘legal bullying’ is silencing journalists and harming democracy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks at the Regional Investment Summit in Birmingham. The Government is expected to extend the freeze on income tax thresholds until 2030 (Photo: Joe Giddens - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Reeves drops tax hike - millions will pay more even without increase

Chancellor Rachel Reeves takes journalists' questions after delivering a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street. Reeves has reportedly ditched plans to raise income tax rates ahead of the November 26 Budget (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Rachel Reeves U-turns on tax rises - but your bill could still go up

Former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb has proposed a five-year minimum State Pension guarantee, even if a retiree dies early (Photo: Pexels)

New plan could guarantee 5 years of pension payments - even if you die

Chancellor Rachel Reeves takes journalists' questions after delivering a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street on November 4, 2025. Reeves has hinted that Labour may break its manifesto pledge not to raise taxes (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Budget 2025: Reeves hints at tax rises - what it means for your money

A nurse in the accident and emergency dept of Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham. Around 18,000 staff roles are being cut in England as part of a major reorganisation (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

18,000 NHS jobs to be cut in shake-up as staff warn of disruption

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivers a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street, ahead of the forthcoming Budget. Reeves has warned that 'each of us must do our bit', signalling possible tax rises (Photo: WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Rachel Reeves says 'each of us must do our bit' — what it may cost you

With the Autumn Budget fast approaching, speculation is mounting over how the Chancellor will tackle ongoing economic pressures (Photos: Getty Images/Hodge Bank)

5 big Autumn Budget predictions I think will hit your wallet hard

South Shields MP Emma Lewell-Buck made a new friend in the Veterans At Ease shop, but might not get a vote out of it.

EMMA LEWELL: Politics is done with people, not to them

Zack Polanski with Green Party members in South Tyneside.

Green Party leader Zack Polanski pays a visit to South Shields

CAMRA chairman Ash Corbett-Collins (inset) believes politicians often treat pubs as little more than a backdrop for photo opportunities (Photos: Getty Images/CAMRA)

CAMRA: 'Removing pub notices from papers is the wrong kind of reform'
Behind talk of cutting ‘red tape’, campaigners fear a vital community link could be lost ⚠️
Alex Nelson

Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks on stage during the Labour Party conference in Liverpool in September. The Autumn Budget will take place on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 (Photo: Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)

What to expect from the Budget - Reeves faces £50bn gap and inflation

Shoppers walk past a Primark clothing store. The retailer's parent company has warned large UK stores could be under 'pressure' from tax changes (Photo: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Fashion brand boss warns large stores face pressure - and could close

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400 of Britain's biggest shops could close under new tax plans

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the Government's annual budget to Parliament on October 30, 2024 (Photo: Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Rachel Reeves announces 2025 Autumn Budget date - what to expect

Chancellor Rachel Reeves during a speech at Siemens Healthineers in January 2025 in Eynsham, England (Photo: Peter Cziborra - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Rachel Reeves may cut tax-free pension lump sums – what it could mean

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves during a visit to Studio Ulster on August 12, 2025 in Belfast, Northern Ireland (Photo: Oliver McVeigh - Pool/Getty Images)

Reeves looking at property tax shake-up - what it may mean for buyers

Could artificial intelligence take your job? Expert unpacks the real risk

Watch: Could AI take your job? Expert unpacks the real risk

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Experts say State Pension age could rise to 80 – what that would mean

Rachel Reeves pictured during a visit to the St Fergus Gas Plant in St Fergus, northern Scotland on August 1, 2025 (Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Possible tax rises coming in next Budget - what they may mean for you

Wikipedia is challenging part of the Online Safety Act in the UK High Court

Brits could lose unlimited access to Wikipedia as new rules introduced

Online Safety Act requires users to verify their ages to access certain websites.

Petition to scrap Online Safety Act hits 300,000 signatures

Punk duo Bob Vylan caused controversy with their Glastonbury 2025 set.

BBC ‘regrets’ Glastonbury decision as it breaks silence over coverage

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Spending Review 2025 – what Reeves’ plans mean for you and your money

Which cars would you pick for your dream garage?

My top six dream cars on BOTB – and why I’d pick each one

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Rising tariffs and a falling pound: how it could affect holiday prices

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UK pensions at risk as Trump tariffs spark fears of 'Black Monday 2'

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Costly tariffs on Trump's Liberation Day: how it could hit your wallet

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Liberation Day: wide Trump tariffs expected - what it means for the UK

Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan on November 5 2024.

Watch: When is Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony?

Politics, family matters, and religion are the topics most likely to lead to arguments during the Christmas holidays

The biggest talking points of 2024 - and number one is no surprise

Kamala Harris, Donald Trump.

Watch: Donald Trump wins Arizona completing sweep of swing states

A poll of 2,000 Brits found Michelle Obama, Bill Gates or Arnold Schwarzenegger would be the best next president of the United States

Brits reveal who they want as US president

Energy Security Ed Miliband, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar at the Port of Greenock while on the General Election campaign trail in May

Nine out of ten green boffins threaten to quit jobs if not supported

South Shields Town Hall.

Council looking to recruit £124k 'director of community operations'

Tributes paid to a former Mayor of South Tyneside who died, aged 86

Kate Osborne abstained from the Winter Fuel Allowance cut vote - and she's explained why.

Kate Osborne 'opposed' Winter Fuel Allowance cut despite abstention

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Winter Fuel Payments: how did my MP vote - full list

Explainer 5 previous Ticketmaster controversies as UK investigation launched

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