The new chair of the North East Combined Authority has described being appointed to the role as ‘an honour’. Cllr Paul Watson, leader of Sunderland City Council, was appointed chair […]
A programme to cut congestion, improve health and boost the economy by promoting alternatives to car use has been given the green light for the North East. Go Smarter, which […]
A scheme to recognise safe and responsible freight operators in the North East has honoured the best in the industry. The North East Freight Partnership, which is overseen and supported […]
A new business network has been launched in the North East to help keep the regional economy moving by addressing local transport issues. The Go Smarter Business Network will meet […]
Tolls paid by drivers using the Tyne Tunnels are to go up by 10p from midnight on Saturday 21 May. The new tolls will apply to motorists using the tunnels […]
Members of the North East Combined Authority Leadership Board have confirmed their support for the proposed devolution agreement for the area, which includes the establishment of an elected mayor. It […]
The Leadership Board of the North East Combined Authority has today (March 24) agreed the following recommendations to: (1) Note the content of the report, the outcome of the consultation […]
People across the North East are being invited to help determine how health and wellbeing can be improved across the region. The Commission for Health and Social Care Integration in […]
A fleet of new low-cost, low-carbon cars will be available for North East residents and businesses to hire following the expansion of the Co-wheels car club. The 20 vehicles – […]