2022 news archive
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Green light for latest improvements to historic park
Plans for a new café, amphitheatre and viewing platform at Sunderland's historic Roker Park have been given the green light.
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Work to start on seafront two-way cycle route
A project to create a new cycle path along Sunderland's seafront is set to get underway this month.
Safer Scooting in Sunderland
Sunderland is the latest city in the UK to launch Zwings distinctive blue e-scooters. Zwings are working in collaboration with Sunderland City Council to run the Department of Transport (DfT) e-scooter trial in the city.
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Review of 2022
Sunderland City Council has released a film highlighting some of the key developments that have helped shape Sunderland in 2022.
LA7 Devolution Update
New North East devolution deal
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Public appeal as Sunderland health and social care services under extreme pressure
Health and social care leaders in Sunderland are asking the public for support as services across the City come under record levels of pressure. As the festive period approaches, all health and social care services are experiencing the highest levels of pressure ever seen in the run up to Christmas.
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Updates for Hackney Carriage and private hire licensing
Rules and updated regulations for private hire cars and Hackney Carriages have been agreed.
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Sam all set for first Christmas in his own home
A SUNDERLAND man will get the gift of independence, as he prepares to move into his first home for Christmas.
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Council recognised for work on tackling loan sharks
Sunderland's strategic advice service and financial resilience team have been recognised with a national award for helping the city's residents avoid falling victim to loan sharks.
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New Hetton Primary is looking good
Investment in city schools continues