Two Sunderland MP’s have launched survey’s to find out what her constituents in the city think on a variety of political issues. Sharon Hodgson, MP for Washington and Sunderland West would like to know their opinions on negotiations to leave the European Union (EU), the Labour leadership and local issues. Meanwhile, Bridget […]
Nigel Farage has resigned from his position as leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP) stating “I want my life back.” Mr Farage’s resignation comes following last month’s vote to leave the European Union (EU), which he declared the United Kingdom’s Independence Day. In a speech in London he said: “During […]
As the night goes on we’ve been keeping an eye on your reactions. Here’s a few of the most entertaining ones… Who would have thought the Mother of Dragons would take an interest in our kingdom… Lindsay Lohan became the surprise political aficionado of the night, and she […]
The Polls have closed and counting for the EU Referendum is now underway across the UK. The first results of the count that will decide Britain’s future in Europe are expected in at 12:30am. Sunderland are expected to keep with tradition and be one of the first to declare results. According to […]
Labour MP Jo Cox has died after she was shot and stabbed in her West Yorkshire constituency, near Leeds. An eyewitness said the 41-year-old mother of two was left lying in a pool of blood on the pavement after her assailant struck in Birstall, West Yorkshire. West Yorkshire Police said […]
Labour’s shadow business secretary Angela Eagle will visit Sunderland tomorrow (June 16) to campaign for Britain to remain in the EU, just short of impending EU referendum. She will be joined by Shadow Leader of the House Chris Bryant MP. Together they will arrive on the Britain Battle bus at Keel […]
The EU referendum is approaching and those who have yet to register, have to so by Tuesday 7 June. Voters across the North East can also check the Electoral Commission’s voting guide for advice on how to take part. There are nearly two million people on the region’s electoral registers. The […]