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Homelessness is on the rise across the UK with 227,000 people sleeping rough in 2021. This led to 741 deaths across the UK relating to homelessness. North East Homeless is a charity that looks to support vulnerable and homeless people in the North East of England. Brian Burridge, the founder of North East Homeless, decided […]
England are about to take on the USA in the World Cup, and Ryan O’Hara may be a lone American voice in one of England’s most passionate footballing cities. But the University of Sunderland student is a voice of defiance that is backed by 330 million back home, and its message is that England are […]
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, […]
England begin their World Cup journey against Iran next Monday in Group B. Gareth Southgate’s men have arrived in Qatar ahead of a winter World Cup which kicks-off in a matter of days. England come into this one off the back of a strong two competitions, reaching the semi-final back in 2018 in Russia and […]
Constituency boundary changes are on the horizon, with some proposed modifications set to dramatically transform the political landscape of the North East. New plans set out by the Boundary Commission show how constituencies in the region will change before the next General Election. Locally, Washington and Houghton & Sunderland South constituencies are set to be […]
With everyone getting excited for the festive season and looking forward to the big day next month, Spark have rounded up some Christmas workshop events going on all over the North East. Whether you love outdoor trails with a festive theme, or prefer staying warm with some crafts and hot chocolate, there is something for […]
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has set out his priorities for the British economy with major changes in taxes and greater amounts of investment in critical public services. Despite the UK heading towards a recession, the Government established its priorities as “stability, growth and public services.” During his fiscal statement on November,17 the Chancellor highlighted the impact […]
Spark has been named Best Student Radio Station at the 2022 Student Radio Awards in London.
Nick Pope, Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson have been called up to the World Cup by Gareth Southgate. The Newcastle United trio become the latest footballers to be called up to represent North East clubs at the World Cup. Newcastle’s Fabian Schär and Bruno Guimarães have also been handed call ups, while Sunderland’s Jewison Bennette […]
Peter Kay has announced his triumphant return to the comedy stage with a tour around the UK. This was shown during the ad break for Sunday night’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! He is returning to Newcastle in the spring of 2023. Kay, 49, from Bolton, is most famously known for his […]
