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The 11 North Tyneside GP surgeries with the most helpful receptionists according to you
Discover which North Tyneside GPs are rated highest for their helpful receptionists, as voted by patients.
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'High demand, limited stock': Over 40,000 people on council house waiting lists across North East
More than 40,000 people remain on council housing waiting lists across the North East, according to the latest available data.
11 worst rated GP surgeries in Newcastle based on NHS GP Patient Survey 2025
The latest NHS GP Patient Survey 2025 reveals the worst-rated GP surgeries in Newcastle based on patient feedback.
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The 13 Newcastle GP surgeries with the most helpful receptionists according to you
Discover which Newcastle GPs are rated highest for their helpful receptionists, as voted by patients.
'I love it here!': The 8 best places to live in and near Newcastle according to you
We all know what an incredible place Tyneside is to live, and you’ve had your say on the best areas of the region.
'Panic and drowning': Public warned to stay away from frozen water ahead of spell of cold weather
The public have been warned to stay away from frozen bodies of water ahead of the incoming spell of cold weather.
Two dead in Withernsea's tragedy as one swimmer remains missing in major search
Two swimmers have died after getting stuck in difficult conditions off the Yorkshire coast, with on still missing
North East Premium Bond winners as £890,000 won this month across region
There are 52 big winners this month, with even more collecting smaller prizes
'Reset your appetite' this January with 10p hot drink, according to weight loss expert
A weight loss expert has shared a simple kitchen staple that could help calm post-Christmas cravings and reset your appetite
Every Bank Holiday in 2026 for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
How many days off depend on which country you live in - some get eight, while others get as many as 10
Doctor caught moonlighting at two NHS trusts can now return to work
Dr Aung Tint - "an accomplished consultant" was banned for a year in 2024 for moonlighting
Full list of everyone entitled to free UK bus pass - all who automatically qualify
There are two types of concessionary bus passes available in the UK
NHS alert as blood clot prevention drug could cause four 'common' side effects
These side effects occur in more than one in every 100 patients
The North East criminals given some of the biggest jail sentences in 2025
Hundreds of people were locked up in the region over the course of the last year, with courts busy dealing with countless crimes
Inside the stunning Northumberland home which was once part of a former train station
The Engine Shed once formed part of Whittingham train station and has been converted into a family home which is coming to the market in 2026
Sunderland Sheepfolds 600-home development delayed after stadium concerns
Sunderland City Council has confirmed the decision on plans for up to 600 homes will be pushed back to April 2026 after receiving 300 public objections
Postcode Lottery New Year winners - with winning streets in four North East areas
Residents of four North East areas who play the national game have won a thousand pound prize per ticket
Full list of tip opening times in the North East for safe disposal of Christmas trees
As the festive season comes to a close, people need to get rid of their pine Christmas trees
When is The Traitors on next? BBC confirm all episode dates and times as hit show returns
The Traitors returned to BBC One for its fourth series on New Year's Day as millions of viewers tuned in
Reason you're sick again after 'super flu' as new 'mystery bug' sweeps UK
A 'mystery virus' has been affecting people across the UK