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Recycling contamination

Please recycle responsibly, as recycling contamination approaches unsustainable levels

Only place items that can be recycled in your blue recycling bin. This is the strong message Gateshead Council is sending to residents as the level of contamination in recycling bins continues to rise.

Wednesday 29th June 2022
Beat the Street players

Gateshead Beat the Street players cover more than 22k miles in 4 weeks

Well done to everyone who took part in Beat the Street, the innovative physical activity programme that transformed Saltwell and Bridges into a giant game.

Wednesday 29th June 2022
What's the harm

North East parents urged to talk to their children about alcohol

Gateshead Council and its partners are warning parents that giving children alcohol undermines age of sale laws

Tuesday 28th June 2022
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Ukraine Support

There are several ways that you can support Ukrainian refugees overseas and arriving in Gateshead, including by becoming a host via the Homes for Ukraine scheme.

Find out about Ukraine support
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Fostering

There's no such thing as a typical foster carer. Our carers come from all walks of life, just like the children who need to be cared for. We're looking for people who are patient, flexible, understanding, determined and keen to learn. Your individual qualities are what matter to us and what you can offer to a child or young person.

Find out more about Fostering
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Climate change in Gateshead

Climate change caused by increasing carbon emissions is not only a global problem, it's a problem here in Gateshead. Find out how we plan to tackle climate change and the actions we're taking to achieve a Zero Carbon Gateshead.

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Business Gateshead

Gateshead is a place of ambition, aspiration and an area that strives for continued growth. With its diverse and growing business base, as well as a supportive environment, it provides the perfect setting from which to establish and grow a business.

Find out more about Business Gateshead