Hundreds of children waiting to be adopted
A new map published by the government shows hundreds of children in the North East are waiting to be adopted.
Hotline staffed by people who have adopted children
A new telephone hotline has been set up to give advice about the routes to adoption and the support available. It will be staffed by people who have already adopted children.
It is 0300 222 0022.
More top news
-
Over 100 found drink or drug driving in summer campaign
Over 100 people have been found driving whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs by the Cleveland and Durham force areas.
-
Weather: Looking ahead
Will we see a return of the summer sun?
-
Police appeal for missing girl, 16, from County Durham
A teenager from Durham has been missing for almost a week.