Council news

'Absolutely amazing' - carers and staff in children's homes.

Cows are being introduced at Elemore Country Park as part of plans to improve its grassland.

Sunderland's much loved Mowbray Park play area is set to undergo a makeover.

Over 4,100 primary school children across Sunderland will have had the opportunity to learn vital cycling skills this academic year. This is thanks to the continued rollout of Bikeability sessions in 85 schools across the city.

With school holidays approaching and Summer weather on its way, COAST Sunderland is launching a new initiative to encourage residents to reconnect with the stunning coastline on their doorstep - but to do so with care.

Flying the flag for the Lionesses.

As this week's UK Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week with its theme of 'Making Communities Safer' draws to a close, Sunderland City Council is highlighting the success of a key project that's helping to do just that in the city centre.

With just 50 days to go until Sunderland hosts the opening match of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, more details have been released of exciting plans for the opening weekend.

ASB awareness week and three new hubs are being lined-up to improve community safety.

Sunderland marked Armed Forces Day with a flag raising ceremony at City Hall this morning (Friday 27 June), paying tribute to the courage and commitment of service personnel, past and present.

Residents of all ages are being invited to pick up a racket and join in the fun as Barnes Park hosts a free Barclays Big Tennis Weekend on Sunday 6 July.