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CouncilSunderland Magazine

Sunderland Council Partners with NEFirst to Tackle Financial Exclusion

Great news for folks in Sunderland! Our council is teaming up with NEFirst to help tackle financial exclusion right here in our community. This new partnership aims to make sure everyone has access to the support they need.

29 March 2026
Sunderland Magazine

Sunderland Council Partners with NEFirst to Tackle Financial Exclusion

Sunderland Council Partners with NEFirst to Tackle Financial Exclusion  Sunderland Magazine

29 March 2026
BBC

Sunderland Council backs National Glass Centre motion

Sunderland Council backs National Glass Centre motion  BBC

26 March 2026
Sunderland Echo

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage visits Sunderland for local election rally

Well, well, look who's been down to Sunderland! Nigel Farage popped into town for a Reform UK rally ahead of the local elections, giving us a glimpse of the political buzz around the city. It's always interesting to see national figures engaging with our local campaigns!

26 March 2026
Sunderland Echo

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage visits Sunderland for local election rally

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage visits Sunderland for local election rally  Sunderland Echo

26 March 2026
Sunderland City Council

Council budget for the next 12 months agreed

Council budget for the next 12 months agreed  Sunderland City Council

25 March 2026
Co-operative News

Sunderland Council works with local credit union on financial inclusion

Great news for our community as Sunderland Council teams up with a local credit union to boost financial inclusion! This partnership is all about making sure everyone in Sunderland has access to the support they need for their money.

19 March 2026
Chronicle Live

'The very best of Sunderland' - Businessman and nun honoured with the Freedom of the city

Well, this is fantastic news for our very own Sunderland! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that two brilliant individuals, a respected businessman and a dedicated nun, are being recognised with the highest honour – the Freedom of the city. It's truly wonderful to see local heroes celebrated right here on our doorstep.

11 March 2026
Chronicle Live

'The very best of Sunderland' - Businessman and nun honoured with the Freedom of the city

'The very best of Sunderland' - Businessman and nun honoured with the Freedom of the city  Chronicle Live

11 March 2026
Chronicle Live

Row erupts as Sunderland Council accused of 'blocking' takeover of community centre

It sounds like there's a bit of a kerfuffle happening down at one of our local community centres, with Sunderland Council reportedly being accused of getting in the way of a potential takeover. We'll be keeping a close eye on this as it unfolds for our community.

6 March 2026
Chronicle Live

Row erupts as Sunderland Council accused of 'blocking' takeover of community centre

Row erupts as Sunderland Council accused of 'blocking' takeover of community centre  Chronicle Live

6 March 2026
Sunderland Echo

Sunderland council tax to rise again as civic chiefs outline how they will spend your money

Good news, Sunderland! Our council leaders have been looking at how to best serve our community, and they've outlined their spending plans. This means a look at how council tax will be used to keep our city running.

5 March 2026
Sunderland Echo

Sunderland council tax to rise again as civic chiefs outline how they will spend your money

Sunderland council tax to rise again as civic chiefs outline how they will spend your money  Sunderland Echo

5 March 2026
Sunderland City Council

Council budget for the next 12 months agreed

Great news for us here in Sunderland! Our City Council has just agreed its budget for the upcoming year. This means important decisions have been made about how our local services will be funded over the next 12 months.

4 March 2026
BBC

Penshaw Monument cafe plan rejected by Sunderland council

Oh dear, it seems there's been some disappointing news for those hoping for a new cafe at our beloved Penshaw Monument. Sunderland council has just announced their decision, and unfortunately, the plans have been turned down. Let's hope for some good news on this front soon for local visitors!

3 March 2026
BBC

Penshaw Monument cafe plan rejected by Sunderland council

Penshaw Monument cafe plan rejected by Sunderland council  BBC

3 March 2026
Sunderland Magazine

Sunderland City Council Delivers New Specialist Housing in Ryhope

Great news for Ryhope residents! Our council has been busy, and they've just unveiled some fantastic new specialist housing right here in our community. This is a wonderful development that will make a real difference for many.

21 February 2026
Sunderland Magazine

Sunderland City Council Delivers New Specialist Housing in Ryhope

Sunderland City Council Delivers New Specialist Housing in Ryhope  Sunderland Magazine

21 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

We're delighted to see the end of Sunderland's 'subway from hell'

Great news for anyone who's ever braved the underpass near the old bus station, folks! After years of being a bit of a no-go zone, the 'subway from hell' is finally being demolished. It's brilliant to see this eyesore being cleared away to make way for something better for our city centre.

20 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

We're delighted to see the end of Sunderland's 'subway from hell'

We're delighted to see the end of Sunderland's 'subway from hell'  Sunderland Echo

20 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Sunderland planning major shake-up in preparation for May local elections which will redraw political map

Get ready, Sunderland! Our city is gearing up for some significant changes as we head towards the May local elections. This shake-up is set to redraw the political map right here in our beloved Sunderland.

18 February 2026
Estates Gazette

Vistry tables fresh project within Riverside Sunderland masterplan

Exciting news for our city centre! Vistry is bringing forward another new project right in the heart of the Riverside Sunderland masterplan. This is a fantastic step forward for the ongoing regeneration of our beloved riverside.

18 February 2026
Chronicle Live

Revised plans to create 450-home Sunderland Sheepfolds estate after Stadium of Light expansion complaints

Exciting news for our Sheepfolds neighbourhood! Revised plans are on the table for a new 450-home estate, and it sounds like they've listened to feedback, particularly around the Stadium of Light. This could really shape the future of our community!

18 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Sunderland planning major shake-up in preparation for May local elections which will redraw political map

Sunderland planning major shake-up in preparation for May local elections which will redraw political map  Sunderland Echo

18 February 2026
Chronicle Live

Revised plans to create 450-home Sunderland Sheepfolds estate after Stadium of Light expansion complaints

Revised plans to create 450-home Sunderland Sheepfolds estate after Stadium of Light expansion complaints  Chronicle Live

18 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Louis-Dreyfus' potential expansion of SoL handed boost after Council alter plans

Exciting news for the Stadium of Light! Our local Council has made some changes that could really help Louis-Dreyfus with his plans for expanding the stadium. This could be a big step for football in our city!

17 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Louis-Dreyfus' potential expansion of SoL handed boost after Council alter plans

Louis-Dreyfus' potential expansion of SoL handed boost after Council alter plans  Sunderland Echo

17 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Sunderland City Council reveals budget plans with council tax rise and cuts proposed

It looks like Sunderland City Council is facing some tough decisions ahead, with plans for a council tax increase and some difficult cuts being revealed. We'll be keeping a close eye on how these proposals could impact our local services and community here in Sunderland.

14 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Sunderland City Council reveals budget plans with council tax rise and cuts proposed

Sunderland City Council reveals budget plans with council tax rise and cuts proposed  Sunderland Echo

14 February 2026
Sunderland Echo

Council leader and RingGo chief hit back at accusations of lack of transparency of parking charges

There's been a bit of a buzz around town regarding parking charges lately, and our council leader has been speaking out! They've been addressing concerns raised about transparency, so let's see what's being said about how things are managed right here in Sunderland.

3 February 2026