300 organisations have now signed the South Tyneside Pledge. The Cosy Corner Cafe in Jarrow is the latest organisation committing to spend, recruit and support local where possible.
A recent survey of pledge organisations, conducted in partnership with Northumbria University found the initiative has added at least £3m a year to the South Tyneside economy, with the following impacts recorded:
• 60% using more local suppliers
• 40% have won more local contracts
• 57% have taken on local people
• 61% have put in place climate change measures
• 55% have volunteered locally
• 45% have provided work experience
• 40% have given school talks/ career advice
