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Information on the health risks caused by alcohol and drug misuse, and how to minimise those risks.
The Data Protection Act controls how your personal information is used by us.
Request for dead animals to be removed from roads, public areas or households.
Information about how to register a death in Gateshead, our cemeteries and crematoria.
Direct payment information for social care services.
The Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) have merged to become the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). CRB checks are now called DBS checks. A DBS check may be needed for applying to foster or adopt a child.
Report an issue with dog fouling or report witnessing it take place.
What to do if you are a victim of domestic abuse.
Information about our in-house Domestic Abuse team
If you are struggling financially, get advice and apply for help with your rent.