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£400m Signal Upgrade Secured to Prevent Tyne & Wear Metro Shutdown

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The Department for Transport has pledged £400 million to upgrade the ageing Tyne & Wear Metro signalling system, preventing a potential network shutdown and securing the future of the region’s transport infrastructure.

The Music for the Senses Art Trail

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Come along with Theo and Cooper on a mission to tick off as many of the exhibits on Manchester’s new music-themed art tour as possible in only 20 minutes.

Newcastle Councillors Demand Action as Student Boom Fuels £21.8m Council Tax Shortfall

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Newcastle councillors are calling on the Government to overhaul an outdated funding formula, as the city faces a £21.8 million council tax shortfall due to its growing student population.

Keep your eyes open to County Lines

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Young people and the vulnerable are frequently targeted, exploiting them into trafficking drugs, money and weapons.

Fire in Brixton closes underground station

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A man has now been arrested.

Greater Manchester’s Transport Update

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Here is a rundown of some of the biggest transport stories in the region for this week.

People in Liverpool on responsible pet ownership

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The RSPCA is highlighting a rise in animal cruelty cases and asking people to think about how we treat our pets.

Public inquiry begins into ‘horrific’ Southport murders

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Axel Rudakubana was jailed for life with a minimum term of 52 years at Liverpool Crown Court in January this year.

Glasgow’s largest beer garden is right beside the Green and here’s why you should visit before TRNSMT

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We visit WEST brewery, a beer hall right beside Glasgow Green.

Pets and Animal Cruelty In the North East

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With the RSPCA highlighting a rise in animal cruelty cases, how close are you to your own pets? What does responsible pet care look like to you?