Nine pictures from the successful celebrations marking Bangladeshi independence day in South Shields' Ocean Road

By Ross Robertson

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Published 22nd Aug 2022, 12:27 BST

South Tyneside celebrated its links with Bangladesh with a special event marking the 50th anniversary of the country’s independence from Pakistan.

The Bangladeshi community were joined by many others in South Tyneside for events in Ocean Road on Sunday, August 21, in a delayed celebration which had been due to take place in March 2021, but was halted due to the pandemic.

1. Members of the Bangladeshi community enjoy Independence story telling.

Members of the Bangladeshi community enjoy Independence story telling. Photo: IAN McCLELLANDwww.ianmacphotos.c

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2. Sweets were on offer from Alfa Begum and daughters Naheeda Begum and Habiba Begum.

Sweets were on offer from Alfa Begum and daughters Naheeda Begum and Habiba Begum. Photo: IAN McCLELLANDwww.ianmacphotos.c

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3. South Shields MP Emma Lewell-Buck sharing the stage with the event organisers.

South Shields MP Emma Lewell-Buck sharing the stage with the event organisers. Photo: IAN McCLELLANDwww.ianmacphotos.c

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4. Stephen Mitchell from Scotland is offered the finest food by Iva Rahman and Lina Shafi during his visit to South Shields.

Stephen Mitchell from Scotland is offered the finest food by Iva Rahman and Lina Shafi during his visit to South Shields. Photo: IAN McCLELLANDwww.ianmacphotos.c

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