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writing to say biometric residence cards are being replaced by evisas

eVisa Deadline Extension

If you have a British Residence Permit (BRP card) or different physical document to show your immigration status, such as a passport stamp or vignette sticker, you should apply for an eVisa as soon as possible.

Waste and Recycling engagement team holding electrical items standing on the quayside in front of their van with the tyne bridge behind them

Newcastle celebrates recycling success

Over 15 tonnes of small electricals collected in latest trial.

A black and white no smoking sign on a grey brick wall.

Fewer children smoking and taking drugs, new survey reveals

Health Related Behaviour Questionnaire finds children are happier and more active but have concerns

March 2025

Ukraine Permission Extension

If you’re a Ukrainian national, or the family member of a Ukrainian national, and are living in the UK with existing permission on one of the Ukraine schemes, you may be eligible to apply to the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme to continue living in the UK for up to a further 18 months.

Residents helped to access millions in support

Welfare Rights Service helps residents access millions of pounds in unclaimed benefits.

Eddie Howe nominated for Freedom of City

The Leader of Council plans to bestow city's highest honour on Newcastle United's manager.

Year of progress for employment partnership

Work and Thrive Newcastle held its annual partnership review at the City Library on Thursday 13 March.

Affordable prom event helps young people celebrate in style

54 young people get a special outfit for their prom either free of charge or for a significantly reduced cost.

English service reaches 1000 learners

A Newcastle English service has reached 1000 learners.

Overnight road closures for resurfacing on city route

Drivers are being advised to allow more time for their journeys or use alternative forms of travel.

Newcastle celebrates women’s achievements and champions gender equality

The council and its partners invited residents to shine a light on the women who have inspired them by sharing their stories.

Meat company fined for shocking food hygiene offences

A local business has been fined thousands of pounds for serious food hygiene breaches at a rat-infested butcher’s shop in Newcastle.

Council agrees its budget for 2025 to 2026

Councillors have agreed a new budget for how they intend to provide services for 2025 to 2026.

The future of Northumberland Street coming to life

The transformation of Northumberland Street is reaching a new, exciting phase with the works to the utilities under the street complete and the next phases well underway.

International award for Newcastle's net zero push

The council has been awarded Green Cross UK's Climate Positive Award.