Gateshead news

• Lucy Bronze praised by former Northumberland football clubs as girls aim to follow in her footsteps

  28-07-2025 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'Wor Lucy' has been described as a "proper North East girl" who is strong, determined, and an inspiration to females around the world
  
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• Car fee everyone has to pay drops £56 - but 'tough times' lie ahead

  12-11-2025 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One expert said it continues to be a tough time for motorists
  
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• Martin Lewis issues warning to anyone flying with Ryanair from today

  12-11-2025 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryanair has made a big change to its boarding pass policy and Martin Lewis has issued a warning to anyone travelling with the budget airline from today (November 12)
  
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• Drivers warned ignoring this car issue in autumn could cost thousands of pounds

  12-11-2025 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Seasonal problem could be solved by one simple task
  
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• UK on red alert for another Northern Lights display due to 'solar eruption'

  12-11-2025 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A red alert has been issued by Aurora Watch UK, indicating an aurora is 'likely' tonight (Wednesday, November 12) - and it could be visible in parts of the UK
  
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• Alcohol level to be lowered on UK lager from February next year

  12-11-2025 13:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heineken UK has announced it will decrease the alcohol by volume (ABV) of its Foster's lager, capitalising on duty reductions available for lower-strength beverages
  
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• HMRC major tax allowance update as rise to £20,000 could slash bills by £1,486

  12-11-2025 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The government is facing calls to increase the income tax personal allowance to 20,000, which would save basic-rate taxpayers 1,486 a year
  
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• Octopus Energy customers urged to act this week and save £42

  12-11-2025 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Octopus Energy has brought back a popular perk for its customers - but you'll need to act fast if you want to take advantage of it. Here's everything you need to know
  
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• DWP urged to 'withdraw' Universal Credit, PIP for people with these conditions

  12-11-2025 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Analysis shows that the government's decision to reject potential savings identified in the Timms Review will significantly increase welfare spending, leaving millions of people dependent on benefits
  
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• Police searching for Newcastle man wanted in connection with assault

  12-11-2025 13:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police said Callum Hackett, aged 27, is understood to be actively evading arrest
  
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• New footbridge over River Tyne linking Newcastle and Gateshead would be 'costly and complex'

  12-11-2025 13:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A striking vision of a new bridge over the Tyne was unveiled this week – but council bosses are dampening expectations already over what would be a 'costly and complex' project
  
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• Top 5 baby name predictions for 2026 from experts tracking trends over 20 years

  12-11-2025 13:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Baby naming experts have revealed the top five baby name predictions for 2026, with one 'obsession' driving the most popular choices for expectant parents
  
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• DWP issues 'face-to-face' PIP alert to 4,000 benefit claimants as warning issued

  12-11-2025 12:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  DWP has announced plans for making Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments 'audio-recorded as standard'
  
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• Government issues major statement on school uniform prices as parents warned

  12-11-2025 12:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some parents have been left struggling to afford the uniforms
  
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• 'Most deadly' flu strain sweeps Britain - symptoms and how to avoid

  12-11-2025 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The H3N2 strain has been dubbed the 'most deadly' and has been sweeping across the UK - here's everything you need to know about the symptoms and how to avoid it
  
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• PayPay users warned of major change as millions to get online 'first'

  12-11-2025 12:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shoppers will be able to use PayPal wallet in stores for first time
  
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• Man denies murdering Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins in prison

  12-11-2025 12:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watkins was serving a 29-year sentence at HMP Wakefield.
  
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• Byker Grove star issues three-word update as they address possible series return

  12-11-2025 12:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The popular Newcastle-based TV show Byker Grove originally hit the BBC screens back in 1989.
  
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• Vile Medomsley youth detention centre abuse included degrading strip searches

  12-11-2025 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new report into what went on at County Durham detention centre reveals the ordeals of just some former inmates
  
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• Abuse at North East's Medomsley Detention Centre 'unchallenged for the entire 26 years of its operation'

  12-11-2025 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 2,000 former inmates reported being sexually or physically abused while being held at County Durham facility
  
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• Pictures show appalling conditions where woman left her dogs to starve to death

  12-11-2025 11:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The dogs died at a home in County Durham, with owner Victoria Blood admitting that she hadn't fed them for about four weeks
  
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• Pictures show appalling conditions where mum left her dogs to starve to death

  12-11-2025 11:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The dogs died at a home in County Durham, with owner Victoria Blood admitting that she hadn't fed them for about four weeks
  
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• Met Office snow update issued as North East temperatures set to 'plunge'

  12-11-2025 11:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has issued a long-range forecast for the UK, with experts predicting a change in the weather as temperatures are expected to drop
  
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• Wetherspoon launches 7 new UK pubs by January 2026 - full list and dates

  12-11-2025 10:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The company is expanding its portfolio of venues - with several set to welcome customers before 2025 draws to a close
  
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• New driving licence rules given 'green light' as millions warned of change

  12-11-2025 10:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The European Union has approved a range of new driving rules to improve road safety across the bloc, including the introduction of digital driving licences
  
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• BBC TV licence £174 refunds handed to UK households after major change

  12-11-2025 10:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The BBC Director-General resigned in the wake of a news story about the King's health
  
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• Amazon Fire Stick crackdown warning issued as 'home visits' to be launched

  12-11-2025 10:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The crackdown on side-loading is a "welcome step in tackling the growing threat of illegal streaming apps," FACT Chairman Kieron Sharp has told GB News
  
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• 350 North East jobs at risk amid plans to close two automotive supplier factories

  12-11-2025 10:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Unite has branded the decision to cease operations at the two plants 'a complete mistake which should be reversed'
  
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• Barclays offering up to £900 bonus to customers for making key banking changes

  12-11-2025 10:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bonus payments of up to £900 are available but deadline looms
  
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• Drivers can save £300 on car insurance by renewing during this one week period

  12-11-2025 10:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Savvy drivers could secure a hefty discount on their car insurance policy using this 'sweet spot' tip
  
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