There are new things to be aware of across different aspects of driving

Labour's new Road Safety Strategy proposes regular sight tests when driving licences are renewed to improve safety on UK roads

All local authorities in England must begin consistent recycling collections from March 31, 2026, with homes separating waste into four bins

Single mum Nikki, 34, has been living in a one-bedroom flat with three children for two years as she waits to find suitable accommodation

A monster storm is expected to hit this weekend as new weather maps show the band of rain and snow sweeping across the UK

Here is more information about the upcoming changes to Universal Credit, who will be affected and what the new announcements will mean for claimants

Personal finance experts say the DAC7 rules are disproportionate

The DWP is ending a number of benefits this year and claimants must follow instructions in their migration notice to claim Universal Credit instead

A church which was formerly the hub of the Ponteland community is to have new life breathed into it -thanks to the Malhotra Family Foundation.

The Government will set out new rights to take unpaid parental leave from day one of a new job on Monday

The NHS has issued guidance as using the medicine incorrectly could cause a dependency or addiction

Bedlington Terriers Juniors, which have operated as a separate entity from Bedlington Terriers, are exploring the creation of senior men's and women's sides

All the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, January 12

While lagging behind the national trend, the number of kids being educated at home continues to grow in North Tyneside

The first floor property has two bedrooms and is situated in the heart of the coastal town

The initiative supports 4,832 members through a number of food hubs across the borough

Jamie Moore attacked the man outside a pub over a minor argument with his girlfriend the day after his dad died

The Food Standards Agency is urging shoppers to check their cupboards and fridges

A surprising new contender has emerged to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing

People in the North East may qualify for Cold Weather Payments if they receive other financial support - here's what you should know

Carol King, who found out she was having Richard Gray Jordan's second baby after he was killed, has been campaigning motorists suspected causing a serious or fatal collision to have their licences temporarily suspended immediately

A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East

Paul Smith was taken to the RVI after the collision on Friday but sadly died yesterday

Five people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the incident on Saturday night

Liudmyla Vorobiova has opened LumiVero on Queen Street in Amble, and will offer traditional Ukrainian dishes alongside much-loved British breakfasts