A selection of the best photographs and images from the Tyne Tees region this week. From 16th to 22nd February.
Crowds gather in Newcastle to protest against public sector spending cuts. Credit: ITV News Tyne TeesThe Angel of the North under a blanket of dark cloud. Credit: Kevin HargreavesHMS Dauntless docks on the Tyne for a four day visit. Credit: ITV News Tyne TeesA charity fundraiser is held to celebrate the life of Sir Bobby Robson, who would have turned 80 this week. Credit: Timm Cleasby / The Picture FoundryNorthumberland plays host to French and British troops as they take part in the biggest army training exercise seen in the region. Credit: ITV News Tyne TeesGirls Aloud, lead by geordie royalty Cheryl Cole, return to Newcastle to start their reunion tour Credit: an West/PA Wire/Press Association ImagesThe Dominion of Canada arrives back in the region for a makeover ahead of celebrations later this year. Credit: ITV News Tyne TeesThe Secretary of State for Transport visited the region to announce plans to invest £37 million into electric car infrastructure. Credit: ITV News Tyne TeesConnor Toghill - the region's Tyne and Wear Karting Champion Credit: ITV News