Gateshead Liberal Democrats

A Lib Dem Council would empower residents to have a real say over issues that matter. In the meantime we speak up for people who all too often feel let down. Gateshead charges the highest levels of Council Tax for band D properties of any metropolitan borough in the country but residents feel that it is out of touch and unresponsive. That has to change!
Councillor Ron Beadle

Gateshead Focus

Gateshead

Thumbs up for housing proposals in Birtley

Plans to build 276 houses on a derelict and empty site in Birtley have been welcomed by one of the town’s Liberal Democrat councillors.

12 May 2025

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Gateshead

Bill Quay Fire: Statement from Pelaw and Heworth Ward Councillors

Local councillors Amanda Wintcher, Ian Patterson and Paul Diston share our community’s sadness about the tragedy that occurred in Bill Quay on Friday evening. Our thoughts are especially with Layton’s family and friends.

4 May 2025

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Gateshead

Lib Dems say ‘HEADS MUST ROLL’

The Care Quality Commission’s report into the Sister Winifred Laver centre has been described as ‘chilling’ by Opposition councillors.

26 Mar 2025

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Gateshead

Gateshead care centre put into special measures with residents 'at risk of harm'

Whistleblowers told the Care Quality Commission about a range of safety issues at the Sister Winifred Laver Promoting Independence Centre in Felling

26 Mar 2025

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Gateshead

Why a Tyne Bridge restoration cash U-turn would be 'spectacular own goal' for Labour

Senior politicians, and business leaders are today urging the Government to end months of uncertainty and commit to providing the final £6 million for the Tyne Bridge's restoration

24 Mar 2025

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Gateshead

Gateshead council tax bill rise of 4.99% approved as leader admits 'burden' on households

Gateshead Council agreed budget plans on Thursday that include a council tax rise and spending £11 million of its reserves, but says that frontline service cuts have been avoided

21 Mar 2025

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