More than 400 people were treated for intentional self-harm injuries for the period of 2017-18 according to data gathered by Public Health England. The numbers released show self-harm remains one of the main causes of medical admissions in the UK, although the number of cases in Sunderland have declined. Though […]
The University of Sunderland’s nursing apprenticeship programme were presented with the Chief Executive Award at the annual Northumberland Tyne and Wear NHS Excellence Awards. Developed in partnership with NHS trusts across North East, the university’s Registered Nurses Degree Apprenticeship scheme aims to tackle ward shortages in the region by training […]
Over two hundred children from across the North East made their way to the Washington Wetland Centre for some winter fun at the 2019 Puddle Jumping Championship. The annual event, which ran from February 18-27, 2019, featured various activities such as welly hanging, hurdle crossing and ceramic boot decorating among […]
A Jarrow MP has called on the government for an assessment of the rising reports of crime in the region. Reports of crime in the South Tyneside has significantly increased since the previous financial year. This led to Jarrow MP Stephen Hepburn questioning the Secretary of State for the Home […]