Potential missed bin collections due to poor weather - Friday 1 December
Due to the poor weather, we may not be able to collect all bins in the Birtley, Lobley Hill, Wardley and Leam Lane areas on Friday 1 December. We will collect any missed bins as soon as possible. Sorry for any inconvenience.
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Safety and security

Making sure our tenants are safe in their homes is our top priority.

We are held accountable to the Government's regulatory standards.

Emergency reporting

In a Gas Emergency call Northern Gas Networks on 0800 111 999.

When you report a potential gas leak, you will be asked the following questions:

  • How long have you been able to smell gas?
  • Is the smell from inside or outside the property?
  • Where is your gas meter?
  • Can you still smell gas when the gas is turned off?
  • Is anyone else affected by the smell?

In an Electrical Emergency call our Repairs service on 0800 408 6008

Read more about our responsibilities, and yours, for the seven compliance areas:

In multi-storey blocks and individual homes
Information about asbestos for Gateshead Housing tenants