Tyne Tees Gateshead Council

Gateshead Council has warned that the venue is in need of £4m of repairs over the next ten years and will cost at least £11 million to keep open in that time.

Police have received numerous reports of offensive graffiti being painted on the High Level Bridge, and at bus stops around Gateshead.

Gateshead Leisure Centre and Birtley Swimming Centre closed in July due to Gateshead Council budget cuts.