Mayor of the North East2 Feb 2025Do the North East's two mayors get along?The two mayors from different parties say they have the same ambitions for north-east England.2 Feb 2025Tees31 Jan 2025Taskforce launched to tackle child povertyOne in three children in the north-east of England are living in poverty, according to a report.31 Jan 2025Tyne31 Jan 2025Flyover closure hits local businesses hardBusinesses near to the unsafe road say footfall has plummeted since its closure seven weeks ago. 31 Jan 2025Tyne28 Jan 2025Mayor delays Metro fare rise over service qualityKim McGuinness says the Metro service must improve as fare rises are put back by three months.28 Jan 2025England5 Jan 2025Wearside stories you may have missed this weekTyne and Wear Metro trains resume under a dangerous flyover and Beamish Museum opens its archive.5 Jan 2025England3 Jan 2025Mayor argues case for takeover of train companyLabour's Kim McGuinness believes regional elected mayors could improve Northern's performance.3 Jan 2025England23 Dec 2024Mayor pledges funds to speed up flyover safety workMayor Kim McGuinness says the region cannot wait for government funding to fix a transport crisis.23 Dec 2024England11 Dec 2024Region's bus fares to be capped at £2.50From January, fares in parts of the North East will be capped at 50p cheaper than the national rate.11 Dec 2024England18 Nov 2024Mayor outlines plans to tackle child povertyKim McGuinness also announces the £1 public transport youth fare cap will be extended.18 Nov 2024England
