Day: 3 March 2017

North East manufacturers should “invest in space industry” following SpaceX mission to the moon, advises University of Sunderland lecturer

A University of Sunderland lecturer has encouraged businesses on Wearside to “cash in and get involved in space industry.” Following the news that two citizens have paid a private company to take them on an orbit of the moon, Dr Chris Newman, who is recognised as a national expert in […]

Petition to make mental health education compulsory in schools welcomed by Sunderland based organisation

A petition launched to make mental health education compulsory in schools is being welcomed by Sunderland’s Mental Health Matters. The petition launched in January is hoping to make mental health education compulsory in primary and secondary schools across the UK. The petition which currently has in excess of 40,000 signatures […]

Northumbria Police rated to be “Good” by Inspectorate

Northumbria Police has been given a “good” rating in the latest Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary inspection. The report highlighted: “outstanding practice in the way it (The Force) supports vulnerable victims.” Inspectors have said that Northumbria Police gives “excellent service to victims”, especially those affected by more serious crimes such as […]

Eleven to bid for City of Culture 2021

All 11 towns and cities have now put their name forward to become UK City of Culture in 2021. Along with Sunderland, there will also be Coventry, Hereford, Paisley, Perth, Portsmouth, St. Davids, Stoke-on-Trent, Swansea, Warrington and Wells bidding to succeed 2017 winners Hull. Rebecca Ball, Director of the Sunderland […]