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Health plan welcomed by Sunderland Labour Group
Sunderland’s health is set to be boosted thanks to a new plan, released by Government, that has been warmly welcomed by Sunderland Labour Group leaders.
Reform branch slammed for pride comments
Reform UK has been slammed after announcing that it would withdraw support for the city’s annual Pride festival should it win next year’s local election in Sunderland.
Sunderland council tax among England’s cheapest
Residents of Sunderland benefit from some of the lowest rates of council tax in England, official figures show.
Downing Street praises Sunderland AFC for Showing Racism the Red Card
Sunderland AFC is celebrating a second successful trip to London in as many weeks, after the club was inducted into the Show Racism the Red Card Hall of Fame yesterday [Mon 2 June].
Council’s adult care and support receives plaudits
Leaders at Sunderland City Council are celebrating after the authority received national acclaim for the quality of its adult care and support provision.
Sunderland to London rail extension confirmed by Government
The UK Government has confirmed an extension of the Grand Central rail service connecting Sunderland to London.
Police investment welcomed by local councillors
The deputy leader of Sunderland Labour Group has welcomed a pledge by the Government to bolster Northumbria Police with over 100 new officers.
Sunderland leader welcomes Labour Government’s funding boost of up to £20million for Washington
Sunderland’s Leader has welcomed news that Washington is set to receive up to £20 million of funding as part of the Labour government’s Plan for Neighbourhoods.
Residents invited to shape plans for key city road
Residents of Sunderland are being offered the chance to shape proposals to change one of the city’s busiest A-roads.
Labour tables motion to help young people in care
The Labour Group in Sunderland has tabled a motion calling for greater support for young people in care.