A CAMPAIGN encouraging young South Tyneside women to pursue science, tech, engineering and maths (STEM)-related careers has been hailed a major success. Over the last two years, the STEMettes Leadership Academy has helped 71 women in the borough aged 15-24 develop their leadership skills and learn more about STEM careers. The hosting of the programme …
Finding a great value and affordable wedding dress shouldn’t mean sacrificing the magic of that once-in-a-lifetime, boutique bridal shopping experience. That’s the message from the owner of the newly opened Engaged Bridal Studio based in South Shields. Having struggled to find the perfect dress at the right price ahead of her own wedding back in …
South Tyneside residents are being encouraged to prepare for self-employment this Autumn with a free course run by TEDCO Business Support. Hosted as a live online session, Ready to Start Your Own Business? The How To Workshop is designed for local residents who are either preparing to start their own business or simply want to …
The Nook, a popular shopping area in South Shields, has welcomed three new culinary gems. The Olive Tree, The Old Bank Pizza Co and Mio’s are all bringing new dining experiences to the area. The Olive Tree, a newly established Italian restaurant and bar situated on Sunderland Road, welcomed its first customers in July, presenting …
Last year the prestigious Freedom of the Borough was conferred to Ray Spencer MBE in recognition of his eminent service and outstanding contribution to the cultural and civic life of South Tyneside residents. Ray has spent over 20 years promoting and championing South Tyneside’s performing arts and culture sector, raising the profile of the Borough …
As the North East gears up to achieve ambitious plans to double the size of the visitor economy in the next decade, recruitment and retention challenges also loom large. To ensure the industry is equipped with the skills it needs to thrive, businesses across the region are being urged to feed into a region-wide survey …
South Tyneside Council has joined a national network in a bid to share and enhance its innovative and collaborative approach of working with local people, businesses and organisations. The Council has also been shortlisted for Locality’s national Keep it Local award designed to celebrate local authorities which create strong local partnerships. The Council has decided …
A GLOBAL logistics business has opened a new state-of-the-art depot in Hebburn as it looks to continue investing in the North East. LV Logistics has opened a new 16,000sq ft warehousing and distribution hub at Infinity Park, which falls within Monkton Business Park South. Home to LV Newcastle, the hub has led to the creation …
The world’s largest offshore wind farm under construction, Dogger Bank, has started producing electricity for the first time for British homes and businesses, marking a major milestone in the development of the offshore wind industry and the transition to a cleaner, more secure energy system. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has hailed this landmark moment, …
A change in fire safety legislation to affect how businesses are ran in the North East – and action could soon be taken against those who are not compliant. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) are urging business owners across the region to educate themselves on the imminent rule changes. For small businesses …
An employee benefits specialist based in South Shields has marked its 30th anniversary with the opening of a new customer focus hub. The Health Insurance Group, which helps businesses across the UK to better provide for their staff, has opened a new customer focus hub at One Trinity Green. Set up in 1993, the company …
A new super-efficient planning process has been created to aid ongoing development at one of the North’s fastest growing ports. South Tyneside Council has worked closely with Port of Tyne management to develop a new planning protocol designed to remove unnecessary barriers or speedbumps from the approval process and help drive development at the facility. …
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