Remploy workers to stage second strike day
Workers at Remploy are due to stage a second day of strike action in an attempt to save the jobs of more than 2,500 disabled people around the country.
Earlier this year the Government announced plans to close or sell off 54 factories across the UK, including sites at Ashington in Northumberland, Newcastle, and Spennymoor in County Durham.
Today, Remploy workers who are members of the Unite and GMB unions are holding a second 24-hour strike, after similar action was taken on July 19.
More top news
Campaigners continue fight to save Friarage services
Campaigners from the Save the Friarage group say they will continue to fight the proposals to downgrade children's and maternity services.
Pools appoint Cooper as new boss
Hartlepool United have appointed Colin Cooper as the club's new manager with Craig Hignett as his assistant boss
Newcastle offer backing to Pardew
Newcastle United have released a statement ending speculation over Alan Pardew's future as manager