The North East has the safest drivers in Britain. The analysis of Direct Line car insurance policyholders with Drive Plus, which provides motorists with feedback on their driving behaviour, saw drivers in the North East finish top when scored on safety elements such as speed, smooth acceleration and braking. Chart […]
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North East unemployment rate has gone down
The number of people employed within the North East has risen, which has brought the regional unemployment rate down. Employment in the North East stands at 69.8 per cent – an increase of 38,000 over the quarter and 23,000 over the year, which compares to 74 per cent of people employed nationally. Paul […]
Stylish places to take your date this Valentines Day
Whether you’re the type of couple who enjoys a weekend away or a quiet drink in a quirky cocktail bar, check out our most stylish places to spend Valentines Day in the North! Newton Hall, Northumberland Newton Hall is a Georgian boutique hotel located just an hour away from Newcastle-upon-Tyne, […]
Charity calls on Britons to wear red as figures show one in every North East family could be at ‘greater risk of heart disease’
Over three quarters of people in the North East have someone in their family with factors that put them at greater risk of heart disease. This is according to new statistics released ahead of the British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) Wear it. Beat it. campaign to get the nation wearing red to fight […]
NECC rated “good” by OFSTED inspectors
The North East Chamber of Commerce (NECC) has been awarded a rating of “good” for its training services by national regulatory service OFSTED. Inspectors visited the NECC at the end of last year. They observed teaching, learning and assessment, while also taking into account feedback from students and employers themselves. The NECC […]
Shoplifting cases during festive season in North East are on the rise
Figures have shown that during the months of November and December, the shoplifting rates in Sunderland and Newcastle spike drastically. The statistics which come from the police.uk website, where people are also able to type in their area and see the amount of crimes that happen there, list the type […]
David Bowie Tribute: North East fans reveal their fondest memory of the idol
Singer David Bowie has died of cancer at the age of 69, following an 18-month battle with cancer. A statement issued on the singer’s Facebook page said that he “died peacefully” on January 10, 2016, “surrounded by his family after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer”. Fans have been left […]
#NEweather: How to prepare for heavy rain and flooding
Big waves at Roker this morning. A video posted by SRNews (@srnews) on Jan 6, 2016 at 12:42am PST Source: Sunderland City Council Find out if your property is at risk from flooding: The Environment Agency provides a 24-hour Floodline service, which allows you to check if your property is […]
#weatherNE: Sunderland Council warns people to remain vigilant after heavy rain
Sunderland City Council is urging people to remain vigilant and take extra care on the roads following today’s heavy rain and wind. A Met Office Amber warning of rain is in force until midnight tonight (Tuesday), and although the rain seemed to have eased temporarily, the wet weather is expected […]