Sophie Woodhead missed out on a place at her first choice school, Jesmond Park Academy, for the current academic year but her mum is determined that she will get a place there

A judicial review is currently under way in Scotland's highest court which, if successful, could see the Government forced to void the changes as it carries out an assessment

A North Tyneside Conservative councillor called for his party to return to the next election as a party of "low tax", despite his local party having proposed council tax rises previously.

An energy expert is asking householders to check if they are eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount help

Rowell Ladao passed away in hospital after a serious collision in Knockatallon, leaving behind two young children and a wife in the Philippines

Regulations on wood burning stoves have tightened in recent years - here's what you need to know about Smoke Control Areas and the only type of fuel you can burn