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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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Decision due on the expansion of private rented housing property licensing in Gateshead17 February 2025Cabinet Members to decide on the expansion of property licensing for private rented homes in parts of Gateshead, helping to make sure they are safe, warm, and w...
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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 2025The 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...
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Help us improve the experience of applying for housing28 October 2024We're encouraging residents to share their views and experiences on the current process for searching for and applying for housing through Gateshead Home Choice...
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New digital planning permission 'checking service' goes live13 September 2024A new free online self-service tool allowing homeowners and professionals to check if they need planning permission for a project they're considering has been l...
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Home repairs the focus of housing engagement event23 August 2024Members of the council's home repairs and asset investment teams recently met with tenants and leaseholders.
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Residential tower blocks in Gateshead to be decommissioned17 July 2024Three tower blocks in Gateshead town centre will be decommissioned after it was agreed the costs of repairs and investment would not be value for money - 100 ne...
