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Transforming housing quality and choice06 November 2024Work has begun on the second of two new housing schemes, transforming the quality and choice of homes across Gateshead.
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Free home energy improvement advice to help cut energy bills25 October 2024Residents across Gateshead can benefit from a free service offering advice on reducing energy bills.
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Gateshead Council launch sheltered accommodation webpages25 October 2024We are delighted to announce the launch of a platform to help residents find out about our sheltered schemes.
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New housing plans and road layout for vital route into Gateshead20 September 2024Plans to redevelop a prominent gateway into Gateshead are taking important steps forward.
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Planning for a thriving private rented housing sector15 July 2024We're inviting residents, landlords, letting agents, and business owners to have their say on proposals for new property licensing for private rented homes in p...
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Gateshead landlord fined for fly-tipping08 April 2025A landlord has paid a £400 Fixed Penalty Notice for fly-tipping after admitting leaving waste in a Gateshead back lane.
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Council earns prestigious Tpas accreditation for tenant engagement02 April 2025We are proud to have been awarded accreditation from Tpas, the country's leading tenant engagement experts, in recognition of our ongoing commitment to involvin...
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Demolition of flats to regenerate the centre of Felling set to continue25 March 2025Council leaders have praised the progress being made toward the regeneration of the centre of Felling, as work to demolish redundant blocks of flats continues.
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Estate walkabouts strengthen community voice19 March 2025Gateshead's residents can take a more active role in shaping their communities through a series of estate walkabouts organised by the council's housing team.
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Private property licensing to improve rental standards24 February 2025We have approved new licensing arrangements to help tackle rogue landlords and improve conditions for people living in private rented accommodation.
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Plans to invest £260m in council housing over next five years14 February 2025We're investing £260m into our housing service over the next five years, building new homes and improving existing ones, to help improve housing options for Gat...
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Demolition of council housing to help regeneration of Felling Town Centre17 January 2025
The demolition of Sir Godfrey Thomson Court in Felling has begun, making way for new housing options to support the regeneration of the Town Centre.
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Housing engagement event giving tenants a voice02 December 2024Senior members of our housing service recently met with tenants and leaseholders to discuss their role in helping shape the services we deliver.
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Gateshead Council successfully prosecutes landlord for dangerous flats06 November 2024Following a successful prosecution a local landlord has been fined just under £7,000 for renting out three dangerous flats.
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Gateshead Council and Citizens Advice Gateshead joint working benefiting residents29 October 2024We have closely collaborated with Citizens Advice Gateshead to expand the reach of their service and widen the range of advice and guidance they collectively br...
