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More than 10,000 people take part in Newcastle’s biggest ever conversation

Findings from Newcastle's Big Conversation are expected to form the foundations of the city's new Council Plan

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A girl wearing a pale blue top and pink cardigan stands with a bicycle with just the handlebars in shot. In the background is a yellow three-wheeled bike.

Pupils find new skills and confidence through cycling

Students have enjoyed cycling sessions as part of pilot scheme to promote active travel.

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Independent report praises council leadership and improving culture

An action plan to address recommendations will be presented by the Leader of the Council at a meeting of Cabinet later this month

March 2026

Celebrating culture, community and women’s leadership

More than 300 exceptional Newcastle women come together to celebrate International Women’s Day.

Help create a cleaner, greener Newcastle this spring

Volunteers across Newcastle are being encouraged to take part in the Great British Spring Clean.

Councillors sign off “most transformative budget in a decade”

The budget outlines investments in local services, culture, housing and council tax relief for those who need it

February 2026

Extra investment see road repairs completed across Newcastle

An additional £1m has been spent to improve key routes and residential streets across the city.

Traffic enforcement reminder for drivers

The enforcement warning period ends on 31 March 2026.

Cabinet approves Pride in Place Programme plans

Cabinet approve Pride in Place funding and work is already underway to deliver city benefits.

Young climate leaders unite at Newcastle sustainability event.

More than 150 students from 30 Newcastle schools joined a Youth Council climate event to inspire greener action.

2026 Mercury Prize returns to Newcastle

The Mercury Prize has announced its return to Newcastle, with the 2026 Awards Show being held on Thursday 22nd October at the Utilita Arena, Newcastle.

Traders awarded for excellence in sustainable practice.

Newcastle’s Sustainable Market Awards see environmentally friendly practice triumph.

Warner Music UK announce new three-year partnership in Newcastle

The industry titans have announced the partnership with Newcastle-based music agency Generator

Embers of Byker: Fire, Music and a Mechanical Dragon to Light Up Hadrian Square

Hadrian Square will be transformed this February as Embers of Byker, a magical outdoor performance for all ages, arrives in the heart of Byker on 19 and 20 February.

The North East Festival of Languages is underway

The festival offers events and activities to inspire children and young people through languages.

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