Author: Winner Ogoke
Cost of living crisis is a basic cause of high inflation and low paid growth leaving many families worse off in real terms, Globally cost of living continues to climb higher on daily basis. Here in England, people are not left behind as this situation has become a global pandemic.
A recent survey found that Sunderland has now placed in the top 30 worst cities to live in the UK. Cllr Graeme Miller, leader of Sunderland City Council, said: “I can only assume that those who voted in this survey must have missed some of the exciting developments and ambitious plans that are currently underway […]
The University has joined BAFTA’s albert education partnership to teach students the importance of creating sustainable content – a move which has been welcomed by wildlife legend and British TV icon, Sir David Attenborough. The aim is to equip lecturers at UK universities with learning materials, industry case studies, customized tools and supporting others to […]
A partial highway collapse has led to the closure of Borough Road in Sunderland. Due to subduction, the Borough Road bus lane directly in front of the Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens was closed over the weekend. Four-way stop signs have been installed. Sunderland City Council’s highways engineer Richard Atkinson said: “It could be caused […]
Some members of the Sunderland community were recognised and given awards of excellence at a Christmas Carol service and award night organised by Maximum Impact Christian Centre (MICC). The ceremony was held to honour and appreciate people within the community who, through dedication and support, have impacted lives. Over the last couple of years, the […]
International students have spoken of their struggles securing accommodation in Sunderland. The housing crisis in the UK is affecting residents of the North East, particularly international students at the University of Sunderland. Some have complained of fewer chances of securing accommodation – and of the challenges they face to get somewhere to live. Boliuma Olusayero, […]
Last week, some of the North East’s local food heroes hosted a pop-up festival in Sunderland. The event saw different vendors display varieties of food and cocktails. Marina, a business owner from Newcastle, said: “The festival is a way to promote and patronise local and small businesses, as well as show support.” Sunderland College’s Hospitality […]
A glass-blowing expert has spoken about the benefits of glass-makings as one of the most rewarding careers. Ian Spence made the statement during a visit by the Spark team to the National Glass Centre Sunderland (NGC) on September 27. According to Spence, working at the NGC for 24 years has been quite a journey, but […]
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