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11/06/2024

Police in Hartlepool are appealing for witnesses to an incident at The Lodge Bar on Church Street on Friday 29th March. Officers are investigating an alleged assault at around half past midnight (just into Saturday 30th March), where a victim has been punched in the face several times leaving her with swelling and a black eye. A 23-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of assault and bailed pending further enquiries. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference SE24056562.

Police in Hartlepool are appealing for witnesses to an incident at The Lodge Bar on Church Street on Friday 29th March. Officers are investigating an alleged assault at around half…

11/06/2024

The 32-year-old, of Bowesfield Lane, was arrested at the property at 9am on Friday 7 June on suspicion of offering to supply cannabis and possession of cannabis. After being taken into custody to be questioned by detectives from Cleveland Police’s Dedicated Drugs and County Lines Team he was subsequently charged. He appeared at Teesside Magistrates Court on Saturday 8 June and was remanded. The charges relate to a mobile phone suspected of being operated as a messaging service to advertise the supply of drugs.

11/06/2024

Just after 12.05pm today (Monday 10th June), police were called to an address in Howe Street in Middlesbrough after hearing that a male was making threats and was in possession of a weapon. Officers attended however it was confirmed that no incident was taking place, no-one had sustained any injuries, and no one wished to report any incident. On searching the property, police recovered a machete and a 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article. He has been taken into custody where he will be questioned. Enquiries are ongoing.

Just after 12.05pm today (Monday 10th June), police were called to an address in Howe Street in Middlesbrough after hearing that a male was making threats and was in possession of…

11/06/2024

Cleveland Police is appealing for information and any witnesses following a commercial burglary in Hartlepool. The incident occurred between 12.00pm on Friday 31st May 2024 and 9.00am on Tuesday 4th June 2024 on York Road in Hartlepool. It was reported that the suspect gained entry through the rear of a commercial premises by dislodging the electrical shutter and breaking through the rear doors....

Cleveland Police is appealing for information and any witnesses following a commercial burglary in Hartlepool. The incident occurred between 12.00pm on Friday 31st May 2024 and 9.00am on Tuesday 4th June 2024…

11/06/2024

The Housing Ombudsman has released its special investigation report (PDF) into Southern Housing, finding a “lack of ownership within the landlord’s complaint-handling culture”. The report says the landlord’s approach during the merger did not “extend sufficiently to complaints handling and achieving a positive complaint handling culture”. In this report, the Ombudsman issued determinations on 77 cases, making 184 findings with a maladministration rate of 79%....

The Housing Ombudsman has released its special investigation report (PDF) into Southern Housing, finding a “lack of ownership within the landlord’s complaint-handling culture”. The report says the landlord’s approach during the merger…

11/06/2024

The UK voted for this resolution as an important step in bringing about an end to the conflict that has raged since the horrific attacks on 7th October, and moving towards lasting peace. The situation in Gaza is catastrophic and the suffering has gone on for far too long. The deal on the table is something that the UK has long-called for....

The UK voted for this resolution as an important step in bringing about an end to the conflict that has raged since the horrific attacks on 7th October, and moving towards…

06/06/2024

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04/06/2024

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04/06/2024

We’re sorry that some customers’ Child Benefit payments have not arrived as scheduled and we are working urgently to resolve the issue. There's no need for customers to call us and we will provide updates here as soon as they are available. We are working to get payments out as quickly as possible to those people who were expecting their Child Benefit today but didn't get it. We are sorry for the delay and will give an update here soon. Payments due on Tuesday will be made on time.

We’re sorry that some customers’ Child Benefit payments have not arrived as scheduled and we are working urgently to resolve the issue. There’s no need for customers to call us and we will pr…

04/06/2024

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04/06/2024

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03/06/2024

We are very sorry that some customers did not receive their scheduled Child Benefit payments as expected and we understand the concern and difficulty this may have caused.

We have now fixed the problem and are putting measures in place to prevent this from happening again.

Affected customers will now receive their payments on Wednesday morning (5th June).

Anyone who has incurred a direct financial loss because of the delayed payment can apply for redress by completing our online complaints form linked below.

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03/06/2024

Officers from Stockton’s Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) seized a significant amount of suspected Class A, B, and C drugs from the streets of Norton. Following proactive patrols earlier today (Thursday, 30th May), officers sighted suspicious activity in Great North Park, Norton, and carried out a search of the area. They recovered a large quantity of drugs along with cash and mobile phones....

Officers from Stockton’s Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) seized a significant amount of suspected Class A, B, and C drugs from the streets of Norton. Following proactive patrols earlier today (Th…

03/06/2024

On Saturday 1st June 2024, officers from the Hartlepool Neighbourhood Police Team, located a stolen motorbike on Davison Drive, Hartlepool. The male rider was detained, trying to flee the scene, the male was arrested on suspicion of Assault emergency worker, possession with intent to supply, theft of motor vehicle and no license or insurance. The male was left "crying over spilt milk", at the loss of his stolen motorbike. Pic Credit - Hartlepool Police

On Saturday 1st June 2024, officers from the Hartlepool Neighbourhood Police Team, located a stolen motorbike on Davison Drive, Hartlepool.  The male rider was detained, trying to flee the sce…

03/06/2024

Police are appealing for information following an alleged assault outside of Wilkos on East Street, Darlington town centre. The incident is believed to have taken place at around 3.45pm yesterday (Sunday, June 2). A man is alleged to have assaulted a 14-year-old child. Anybody with any information relating to the incident is asked to contact Durham Police on 101, quoting incident number 286 of June 2. Officers would also like to speak to three individuals believed to have intervened, who may be able to assist police in their enquiries.

Police are appealing for information following an alleged assault outside of Wilkos on East Street, Darlington town centre. The incident is believed to have taken place at around 3.45pm yesterday (…

03/06/2024

David was last seen at around 10.50pm yesterday (Thursday, May 30) in the Seaham area, but is believed to have later travelled to the Sunderland area. 67-year-old David is described as 5ft11 and of slim build, with long grey hair worn in a ponytail, and is believed to be wearing a denim jacket and a dark baseball cap. He may be riding a white mountain bike. Anybody with any information regarding David’s whereabouts is asked to contact Durham Police on 101.

David was last seen at around 10.50pm yesterday (Thursday, May 30) in the Seaham area, but is believed to have later travelled to the Sunderland area. 67-year-old David is described as 5ft11 and of…

03/06/2024

“We miss you so much and will for the rest of our lives – you are loved beyond measure.” These are the words of a heartbroken young woman who lost her son and sister in a fatal collision on Friday (May 31). Eight-month-old Zackary Blades and 30-year-old Karlene Warner were travelling in a Peugeot 308 on the A1(M) between Chester-le-Street and Durham when they were struck by an Audi Q5 in the early hours of the morning....

“We miss you so much and will for the rest of our lives – you are loved beyond measure.” These are the words of a heartbroken young woman who lost her son and sister in a fatal collision on Friday …

03/06/2024

A concentrated crackdown on retail crime across North Tyneside has been launched by police and partners. Operation Paradise sees officers working alongside Shopwatch as they look to target regular offenders and create a safe local environment for both shoppers and businesses. As part of the activity, police will have an increased presence across North Tyneside both during the day and at night to deter criminals and offer reassurance to residents and businesses....

A concentrated crackdown on retail crime across North Tyneside has been launched by police and partners. Operation Paradise sees officers working alongside Shopwatch as they look to target regular …

03/06/2024

A key stretch of the A66 through Middlesbrough will be closed temporarily to allow for essential maintenance. The main route will shut in both directions between the Marton Road interchange, close to Cineworld, and the Hartington interchange. The four-hour closure will be in place between 8pm and midnight on Tuesday, June 4. Diversions will be in place for drivers travelling through Middlesbrough town centre....

A key stretch of the A66 through Middlesbrough will be closed temporarily to allow for essential maintenance. The main route will shut in both directions between the Marton Road interchange, close …

02/06/2024

A pa******le who abused a girl more than three decades ago has been jailed for 17 years. Brian Rutherford subjected his victim to nine instances of sexual abuse in the North Tyneside area during the 1980s, starting from when she was just four years old. The brave survivor came forward against her abuser in November 2021, and an investigation was swiftly launched by police....

A pa******le who abused a girl more than three decades ago has been jailed for 17 years. Brian Rutherford subjected his victim to nine instances of sexual abuse in the North Tyneside area during th…

02/06/2024

At around 10am on Wednesday, April 3, police received a report of an assault at South Shields Interchange on Keppel Street. It was reported that a male approached a member of staff and became aggressive before spitting at him several times. Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the incident, and police have today released the image of a man who they would like to trace....

At around 10am on Wednesday, April 3, police received a report of an assault at South Shields Interchange on Keppel Street. It was reported that a male approached a member of staff and became aggre…

02/06/2024

Officers are appealing for information after a man sadly died following a road traffic collision in Northumberland. Shortly after 3.45am today (Thursday), police received a report of a one-vehicle collision on Old Great North Road, close to Seaton Burn. It is understood that a blue Vauxhall Viva had been travelling in a westerly direction on Blagdon Lane towards Old Great North Road when, for reasons yet to be established, it has come off the road and collided with a nearby brick wall....

Officers are appealing for information after a man sadly died following a road traffic collision in Northumberland. Shortly after 3.45am today (Thursday), police received a report of a one-vehicle …

02/06/2024

A tribunal has found in favour of two north east Councils in a landmark case centred on housing provision for vulnerable residents. My Space Housing Solutions sought to develop two supported housing schemes in North Ormesby in 2017. These were offered to Middlesbrough Council’s contracts and commissioning team, but were rejected as being unsuitable for all client groups including the vulnerable, elderly and disabled residents....

A tribunal has found in favour of two north east Councils in a landmark case centred on housing provision for vulnerable residents. My Space Housing Solutions sought to develop two supported housin…

02/06/2024

A road safety campaign aimed at adults and children preoccupied with their mobile phones has been launched in Hartlepool. Hartlepool Borough Council's Road Safety Team has launched the initiative amid concern that many people are putting themselves and others at risk by not paying sufficient attention to what is going on around them as they walk to and from school....

A road safety campaign aimed at adults and children preoccupied with their mobile phones has been launched in Hartlepool. Hartlepool Borough Council’s Road Safety Team has launched the initia…

02/06/2024

A nuisance beggar who plagued Middlesbrough shoppers and businesses has been hit with a powerful court banning order. Teesside Magistrates heard how Ivan Demani would knock on the windows of parked cars at Morrisons in Berwick Hills and nearby Norfolk Shops and ask for money. Demani, of Pallister Park, was also known to knock on the doors of residential properties asking for money....

A nuisance beggar who plagued Middlesbrough shoppers and businesses has been hit with a powerful court banning order. Teesside Magistrates heard how Ivan Demani would knock on the windows of parked…

02/06/2024

A fresh call has been sounded for public help in the fight to stamp out fly-tipping. The move follows the discovery of a staggering eight tonnes of dumped household in a Middlesbrough back alley just days after a deep clean. The incident – described as ‘soul destroying’ – has prompted renewed calls for residents to look after their neighbourhoods and report the fly-tippers....

A fresh call has been sounded for public help in the fight to stamp out fly-tipping. The move follows the discovery of a staggering eight tonnes of dumped household in a Middlesbrough back alley ju…

02/06/2024

A man who carried out a horrendous substance attack – causing his victim to require surgery after temporarily losing his sight in one eye – has been put behind bars for a decade. Robbie Scott stole a gold chain from a man on February 5 last year. He was armed with a zombie knife when he forced the victim to hand over the piece of jewellery while on West Denton Way in Newcastle....

A man who carried out a horrendous substance attack – causing his victim to require surgery after temporarily losing his sight in one eye – has been put behind bars for a decade. Robbie Scott stole…

02/06/2024

A taxi driver who preyed upon a drunk passenger by driving her to a beach and ra**ng her has been jailed. Ian Phillips clocked off from his shift in the early hours of February 12 last year and disabled his in-car camera, before waiting around outside the bars and pubs of Sunderland city centre. The victim had become separated from her group of friends, and was helped into Phillips' vehicle by passers-by who asked the driver to take her home safely....

A taxi driver who preyed upon a drunk passenger by driving her to a beach and ra**ng her has been jailed. Ian Phillips clocked off from his shift in the early hours of February 12 last year and dis…

02/06/2024

Five North Tyneside shops caught selling alcohol to underage teens are now at risk of having their alcohol licenses revoked. Last week, officers from North Shields Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) and Northumbria Police cadets paired up with North Tyneside Council's Trading Standards Team to carry out test purchases at a range of local off-licenses and shops. Two of the Force's trained cadets, both aged 16, were asked to enter each shop and attempt to buy alcohol – and were denied service by one shop....

Five North Tyneside shops caught selling alcohol to underage teens are now at risk of having their alcohol licenses revoked. Last week, officers from North Shields Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT)…

02/06/2024

Officers have released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with theft from a business in Gateshead. Just after midday on Friday, April 12, police received a report of items having been stolen from By the River Brew Co on the Quayside. It was reported a male had entered the premises' storeroom and stolen a handbag which contained a number of valuable items....

Officers have released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with theft from a business in Gateshead. Just after midday on Friday, April 12, police received a report of items …