The IT worker was previously jailed for having a "significant number" of indecent images of children.

A force investigates whether it could have arrived at the scene of Laura Robson's death sooner.

A further £6m is required for repairs to the bridge, which the previous government pledged to fund.

A North East charity says young fathers are "often misunderstood and misrepresented".

Lukasz Gajowski fled after being seen trying to take pictures up the girl's school skirt, a court hears.

Gateshead Council's leader says the authority faces "extreme" financial pressures.

Gateshead have an agreement signed off by the local council that would grant them an English Football League licence.

Kim McGuinness also announces the £1 public transport youth fare cap will be extended.