DWP announces major crackdown with big changes coming
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to undergo a major shake-up as the government looks to reduce the benefits bill - and areas with the highest unemployment rates will also receive extra NHS support
26 Nov 20:19 · ChronicleLive
Thief broke into two neighbouring Alnwick shops and stole vapes and clothes
Elias Gray, who used a crowbar to get into one of the stores, made off with more than £500-worth of vapes, clothes and food
26 Nov 20:56 · ChronicleLive
Check now for DWP £150 payment - millions could be eligible
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging Brits to check if they are eligible for a £150 payment - with millions of households across the UK potentially able to benefit
26 Nov 20:56 · ChronicleLive
Thug jailed after stabbing boy, 15, with machete in 'revenge' mission for stepdaughter
The man was sentenced for the machete attack in which he told the teenager's mum prior to "just ask anyone about me" and threatened to burn down their house.
26 Nov 21:29 · Daily Record
Woman 'will never hug her son again because of teen's split-second decision'
Catherine Davies had a cardiac arrest and lifesaving surgery after a car crash.
26 Nov 21:39 · Daily Record
Health Secretary Wes Streeting defends smoking ban saying 'there is no freedom in addiction'
The Bill faced criticism during its second reading, with Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell arguing that people should be able to make their own choices, and the Liberal Democrats claiming it "raises issues of civil liberties"
26 Nov 21:44 · ChronicleLive
Bill passed to reduce sentences for short-term prisoners in Scots jails
The legislation will reduce the authomatic release point of prioners to 40 per cent of their sentences.
26 Nov 21:57 · Daily Record
Go North East Santa bus returns to the North East this Christmas supporting children with cancer
The Go North East bus featuring Santa and volunteers from Children's Cancer North will appear across the region on a ten-day tour during the run up to Christmas
27 Nov 04:00 · ChronicleLive
Pregnant Byker thief targeted three Newcastle stores 24 times in six months
Joanna Gilbert also stole from a supermarket delivery van and punched the driver in the face when he confronted her
27 Nov 04:00 · ChronicleLive
Scots mum cleared of witch monument murder faked having baby to scam elderly men
Angela Newlands conned pensioners in romance scams and lied about a fake baby for cash.
27 Nov 04:30 · Daily Record
Keir Starmer must cut NHS waiting times and reform welfare to improve sluggish economy
It's the Record's view that Sir Keir Starmer must improve NHS waiting times and reform welfare to better the economy.
27 Nov 04:30 · Daily Record
Christmas toy run honours Somerset teen killed in bike crash
Eighteen-year-old Alfie Gray tragically died
27 Nov 05:00 · BristolLive
Election cycle change thrown out despite winning public favour
A consultation during the summer produced over 7,000 responses with 57 per cent of people wanting a change
27 Nov 06:00 · PlymouthLive
Lottery players urged to check their tickets after UK ticket-holder scoops £177m in EuroMillions
The win in Tuesday's EuroMillions draw has made the lucky UK ticket-holder the third biggest National Lottery winner of all time
27 Nov 09:24 · ChronicleLive
Ex SNP MP Natalie McGarry's lawyer cleared of misconduct over advice given to convicted fraudster
Matthew Berlow represented McGarry between 2018 and 2019 after she had been charged by police with fraud and embezzlement while a sitting MP.
27 Nov 09:24 · Daily Record
Benwell explosion: Investigators continue combing through blackened debris over a month on
Seven-year-old Archie York and Jason Laws, 35, were killed when the blast ripped through several properties on Violet Close in Benwell, Newcastle
27 Nov 11:39 · ChronicleLive
More than 600 cannabis plants found in Roborough business unit
Jury were told detectives from Devon and Cornwall Police's Serious and Organised Crime Team led the investigation
27 Nov 12:11 · PlymouthLive
Motorcycle gang member planted pipe bomb under rival's father's van in 'bizarre feud'
Judge Lord Arthurson told Daniel Laponder the offences were "somewhat bizarre stemming from a feud between the Blue Angels and Mad Dogs".
27 Nov 12:15 · Daily Record
New £50m North East scheme to get over 13,000 people back into work aims to break joblessness cycle
It is hoped that the North East's new Connect to Work programme will support at least 13,500 people with disabilities, physical or mental health issues, or other barriers to work
27 Nov 12:42 · ChronicleLive
Newcastle raids: Nine due in court on drug charges following Northumbria Police operation
All nine people who were arrested on drugs charges after a series of warrants were executed across the city have been scheduled to appear at Newcastle Magistrates' Court today.
27 Nov 13:23 · ChronicleLive
Rapist cleaner preyed on young sleeping children in decades of abuse
Alan Todd has been jailed for offences that took place between 2001 and 2019.
27 Nov 14:13 · Daily Record
Plans for fire-hit Sunderland pub site to become a shop are blocked by councillors
More than 200 people signed a petition against the plans to convert the former Traveller's Rest pub in Shiney Row
27 Nov 14:15 · ChronicleLive
Keir Starmer laughs off election petition after Kemi Badenoch calls for him to resign
The Labour leader kicked off Prime Minister's Questions by acknowledging the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
27 Nov 14:26 · Daily Record
£50,000 reward offered in search for rare Scots coins stolen in 2007
More than 1,000 coins from the 12th and 13th centuries were taken from the home of Lord and Lady Stewartby in Broughton, near Peebles, in June 2007.
27 Nov 14:34 · Daily Record
Sunderland councillors approve transformative plans for St Aidan's Catholic Academy
The new facilities will provide a 'modern teaching environment' in Sunderland
27 Nov 14:55 · ChronicleLive
She was seen on her local shop's CCTV then vanished without trace
An investigation into the disappearance of Charlene Hobbs is ongoing
27 Nov 14:58 · Wales Online
Man dies after car and quad bike crash in Northumberland as police issue renewed appeal
Police have confirmed today that a 58-year-old man has sadly died
27 Nov 15:01 · ChronicleLive
Historic Sunderland chapel set for major restoration as council seeks listed building consent
Sunderland City Council has submitted an application its own planning department for repairs to the Bishopwearmouth Cemetery chapel
27 Nov 15:13 · ChronicleLive
North East 'means business in villages and towns' after £17m coastal and rural investment
North East mayor Kim McGuinness and council leaders want to boost businesses and protect the region's beautiful landscapes across Northumberland, County Durham, and Tyne and Wear
27 Nov 15:41 · ChronicleLive
Coin expert shares rare £2 coins worth hundreds - including one with an £800 price tag
The expert says that there are 14 £2 coins that are worth far more than their face value and should be kept - including a rare one that is worth £35
27 Nov 15:44 · ChronicleLive
Northumberland College partnership receives "outstanding" rating from Ofsted
It comes as the college prepares to move to a new £50 million campus at Ashington
27 Nov 15:44 · ChronicleLive
Traffic issues in Blyth likened to 'Rubik's cube' as councillors address 'gridlock'
The town is said to be in a state of "gridlock" at peak times
27 Nov 15:59 · ChronicleLive
Sunderland council receives plans for new retirement complex in Southwick
The project, situated off Sycamore Drive in Carley Hill, consists of a range of one and two-bedroom flats amidst landscaped gardens and provides 20 car parking spaces
27 Nov 16:07 · ChronicleLive
Ryton school expansion application set for council decision
A Ryton secondary school's application for an extension, including 10 new classrooms, will be heard by councillors next week.
27 Nov 16:09 · ChronicleLive
North Shields business says fire at suspected cannabis farm 'has affected everyone'
Several businesses on Nile Street were closed on Wednesday as police confirmed that a suspected cannabis farm had been discovered in the site of a building fire earlier in the week
27 Nov 16:22 · ChronicleLive
Northumberland County Council finance chief predicts 'significant impacts' from Donald Trump election victory
The incoming president's potential policies on tariffs and Ukraine were singled out
27 Nov 16:44 · ChronicleLive
Blyth and Ashington MP Ian Lavery calls for inquiry into policing of Miners' Strike during PMQs
Ian Lavery claimed miners and their families deserved the truth 40 years on from the strike
27 Nov 16:44 · ChronicleLive
South Tyneside Council rejects new Jarrow food outlet over obesity and road safety concerns
South Tyneside Council's planning department has rejected an application to change the use of the building in the Jarrow area, due to obesity concerns and road safety fears
27 Nov 16:47 · ChronicleLive
South Tyneside man wanted in connection with assault as police appeal for public's help
Monsur Miah is wanted in connection with an assault
27 Nov 17:10 · ChronicleLive
Police appeal to find second South Tyneside man wanted in connection with an assault
Raja Hassan Iftkhar is wanted in connection with an assault
27 Nov 17:22 · ChronicleLive
Tenants 'have nothing left to give' as Holyrood rally calls on MSPs to back rent controls
"Tenants are on their knees" say leading union Living Rent as they battle for protection from uncapped landlord charges.
27 Nov 18:00 · Daily Record
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