Hospitality businesses in Tynemouth have warned that a new tourist tax could make it harder to persuade visitors to stay overnight on the coast. The warning comes after the Government announced plans to give regional mayors new powers to introduce an Overnight Visitor Levy on hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and other paid accommodation. The proposed […]
The North Tyneside Labour Group have agreed that they will vote against a proposed 3.3% increase in North Tyneside councillors’ allowances – and want other parties to do the same. The proposed increase would see the basic councillor allowance rise from £11,176 to £11,545 a year – an increase of £369 – and the Mayor’s […]
Sunderland AFC have officially released all ticket information for the upcoming first Europa League away day in Portugal, taking on second division side Torreense. This is one of the most anticipated ticket releases in Sunderland’s history, yet information has been released very late and had fans scratching their heads worrying about travel plans. Sunderland normally […]
After seven years of gracing the BBC with sickening lip syncs and snatch games, Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK is now having to sashay away after being dropped from the BBC due to apparent budget cuts. The BBC has dropped Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK as part of cost-cutting measures to save £500 million. They […]
Sunderland scriptwriters will have the chance to put their work in the spotlight this week as Sunderland Scratch celebrates its tenth session at Port Independent. The regular event, held every couple of months, gives writers of all experience levels the opportunity to share their latest scripts and receive feedback from fellow writers and audience members. […]
