South Tyneside Council3 days agoReform councillor resigns as job was 'mis-sold'Harton ward councillor Alex Clarke says he thought he would only have to go to six meetings a year.3 days ago5 days agoCouncil stripped of planning powers by governmentAll applications for "major" developments in South Tyneside can now go straight to the government.5 days ago12 Jun 2026Council considers closing early learning centresSouth Tyneside Council says it is reviewing its childcare provision, but no decision has been made.12 Jun 20265 Jun 2026Owner drops HMO plans after public responseThe property owner says the plans have been dropped following talks with local residents.5 Jun 20263 Jun 2026HMO given green light despite objectionsSouth Tyneside Council say the plans will not lead to increased crime, despite residents' concerns.3 Jun 202629 May 2026Tonnes of litter picked off beach after weekendSouth Tyneside Streetscene workers remove five tonnes of litter from beaches after the bank holiday.29 May 202628 May 2026HMO plan turned down after 500-strong petitionSouth Tyneside Council says the HMO would have a negative impact on the character of the area.28 May 202621 May 2026First-class rail travel for councillors bannedLabour councillor Geraldine Kilgour says the ban is "absolutely critical". 21 May 202613 May 2026Reform selects South Tyneside group leaderThe Whiteleas councillor says he wants to tackle debt across the borough.13 May 2026...
