North Tyneside's Elected Mayor, Karen Clark, called the new station 'a wonderful achievement' that will improve connections, support jobs and businesses, and strengthen the links that keep North Tyneside thriving.
The budget will protect essential services, support vulnerable residents and invest in the borough despite significant financial pressures facing councils nationally.
Former North Tyneside Elected Mayor, Dame Norma Redfearn DBE, has been awarded the Freedom of the Borough at a special ceremony last week, recognising her exceptional service and lasting contribution to the community.
We spent time with Jo, Lisa and their Shared Lives Carers, Jade and Adam, to hear how being part of our Shared Lives Service has supported them to try things they never thought possible
