A pregnancy and baby teacher and new mother have told of the devastating effects the coronavirus has had on them. Linzy Thirlaway, 43, from Wallsend, teaches pregnancy and baby classes. Bump, Baby and Beyond switched to running online classes when the UK went into lockdown, but the lack of human […]
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Sunderland community sports facilities remain closed amid confusion over lockdown guidelines
Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement that from Wednesday: “you can play sports, but only with members of your own households,” Sunderland residents heading to local parks may be surprised to find sports some facilities remain locked up. Sunderland council have said facilities such as tennis courts, football pitches, and […]
Newcastle Dog and Cat shelters appealing for help due to loss on income in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic lockdown
These times are not just rough for us humans, they’re also taking a toll on our four legged friends. The whole country is being placed under new rules due to the pandemic, and animals shelters are no exception and many are finding themselves facing severe financial difficulties.. Beth Codling ,Relationship […]
‘Low skilled’ workers around the EU may not meet the requirements of a “points-based” visa system proposed by the government
New immigration plans set to be put in place could result in sectors struggling to recruit staff according to those in the industries. The stated post-Brexit Immigration plans aim to encourage employers to invest in retaining staff and to develop automation technology. Many representatives from sectors like nursing, farming and catering are concerned that under this […]
Newcastle Catering Business Donates Cup Cakes to NHS Staff
A North East business has shown its appreciation to health workers by baking and donating cupcakes to NHS staff in Newcastle. MK Catering donated 200 cupcakes to frontline staff who are fighting the Covid-19 pandemic at the Royal Victoria Infirmary on Friday last week. In the next week, they’re due […]
Construction of Newcastle’s Hadrian’s Tower uncdrtain due to coronavirus outbreak
The construction of Hadrian’s Tower, based in Newcastle, is set to continue despite the recent outbreak of the coronavirus. Hadrian’s Tower, which will stand at 83 metres tall, will be home to 162 apartments in the heart of the city centre. It will create new homes for many people, whilst […]
St Oswald’s Hospice ‘delighted’ at £750m government support
St Oswald’s Hospice has welcomed a £750m government support package to help charities through the coronavirus pandemic saying that it is ‘relieved and delighted’. The Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the support package, which includes £200m for hospices, yesterday, saying: “It’s right we do everything we can to help the sector […]
Sunderland fan releases ‘Sunderland Til I Die’ inspired documentary ahead of Season 2 of the Netflix Original
A die hard football fan and avid videographer released a documentary via his Twitter page this morning, following the Jack Ross era of Sunderland AFC. Ged Lawson, who is a Web Designer based in Manchester decided to involve the popular SAFC podcast Wise Men Say with the project after using […]
Students speak out about living in accommodation during the Coronavirus pandemic
Earlier this week, the Prime Minister announced that everybody in the country must stay inside and only leave their household for very few specific reasons. Many students at this time of year will be living away from home and not all have had the opportunity to commute back for the […]
#CLAPFORCARERS: Households across Tyne and Wear pay homage to the NHS during COVID-19 crisis
Households across the nation paid tribute to the hardworking NHS staff across the country at 8pm last night, uniting to praise carers who are currently working to fight the pandemic. #ClapForCarers and #ClapForNHS were trending topics on Twitter as millions across the UK applauded staff from their doorsteps, gardens, windows […]