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• Government to scrap some T-levels as part of review into post-16 education

  12-12-2024 22:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government has announced that it will be scrapping some T-levels as part of a review into the technical post-16 qualifications, as too many courses overlap with others, including BTecs and apprenticeships
  
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• Sunderland Music City to unveil strategy to transform the region's musical economy

  12-12-2024 22:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland Music City was launched on June 21 of this year
  
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• Children set to live shorter lives thanks to junk food in cities, Chris Whitty says

  12-12-2024 22:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The study from England's chief medical officer says the Government and local policymakers must tackle the root causes of unhealthy eating in England's cities
  
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• Hundreds of jobs secured as wind farm deals go to North East firms

  12-12-2024 22:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ørsted has awarded three contracts for its Hornsea 3 wind farm project to companies in the North East, including a major array cable deal and a contract to supply secondary structures
  
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• Rachel Reeves responds to hospice crisis after Durham's St Cuthbert's reveals looming job losses

  12-12-2024 22:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chancellor was in the North East on Thursday and spoke about the devastating announcement made by St Cuthbert's Hospice, which is warning of redundancies and service cuts
  
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• Fall in number of international students accepted on UK university courses

  12-12-2024 22:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A total of 69,905 overseas applicants have gained an undergraduate place at a university or college this year – down 2.3% on 2023
  
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• Children in mental health hospitals sent to holiday caravans and hostels on their 18th birthday

  12-12-2024 21:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation found that some young people receiving mental health care in hospital are being moved to settings like bed and breakfast hostels and caravans on holiday sites when they turn 18
  
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• This year is set to be the hottest on record as World Meteorological Organisation issues 'red alert'

  12-12-2024 21:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The global average temperature for January to September 2024 was 1.54C above pre-industrial levels, the UN's World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said
  
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• Hundreds of Santas to run through Washington for charity event

  12-12-2024 21:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 5k event will be kicking off at 11am on Sunday from Westwood Club, and both adults and juniors can take part
  
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• I'm A Celebrity's Maura Higgins seen asking if Pete Wicks is 'still in' Strictly after jungle exit

  12-12-2024 21:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Maura Higgins has been romantically linked to Pete Wicks for a while, and the pair were rumoured to have struck up a relationship while in the I'm A Celeb jungle together
  
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• Sunderland AFC players deliver special Christmas surprise for children in hospital

  12-12-2024 20:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Members of the men's first team and ladies team visited young patients at the hospital to give out signed photos and gifts
  
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• Security guard awarded commendation after helping to save woman from drowning at Newcastle Quayside

  12-12-2024 20:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Okeoghene Eyenre, 38, administered an emergency throw bags, which kept the woman afloat until Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service arrived
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, December 12

  12-12-2024 20:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Monday, October 14
  
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• Charitable companies behind Throckley's Grange Day Centre wound up after centre's 'heartbreaking closure'

  12-12-2024 19:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The companies behind the Grange Day Centre have been formally wound up
  
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• Labour's Nissan Sunderland plant pledge as Rachel Reeves says Goverment 'working to protect jobs'

  12-12-2024 19:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledged support for Nissan's Sunderland car factory during a visit to the city on Thursday, a week on from positive jobs news at Newton Aycliffe's Hitachi plant
  
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• Highway Code warning over headlight flashing that could land you with a hefty fine

  12-12-2024 19:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you're one of the drivers who flashes their lights to warn others about speed cameras, you could be breaking the law - and end up with a hefty fine
  
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• Northumberland Line: Residents say return of rail services could revive 'dying town'

  12-12-2024 19:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Northumberland Line opens to passengers on Sunday
  
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• No commitment from Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander on funding for Leamside Line

  12-12-2024 18:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Secretary of State was speaking on a visit to the North East to open the Northumberland Line
  
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• Newcastle United stars must do for Eddie Howe what he's done for them all season

  12-12-2024 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies face an important week and key players need to step up to the plate
  
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• Rachel Reeves defends 1.5m Labour homes target and says Sunderland project 'shows it can be done'

  12-12-2024 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chancellor was in Sunderland on Thursday as Labour confirmed higher mandatory targets for councils to build 370,000 homes a year across England during this parliament
  
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• The 'secret' Christmas bar in Newcastle with festive tapas and drinks served in chocolate Santas

  12-12-2024 18:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A secret Christmas bar is now open in Newcastle which is serving up an array of festive food and drink
  
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• I owned a club and know 'unsophisticated' PSR truth amid £800bn Newcastle United security

  12-12-2024 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have been held back by by an 'unsophisticated bunt instrument'
  
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• Plans to extend the Northumberland Line to Newbiggin confirmed to be under consideration

  12-12-2024 17:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new railway will welcome passengers for the first time this weekend
  
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• Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander opens Northumberland Line railway between Newcastle and Ashington

  12-12-2024 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Passenger services between Newcastle and Ashington are set to begin this weekend
  
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• Vera's ITV replacement 'officially' confirmed as another hit drama returns for new series

  12-12-2024 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera will air its 14th and final series on ITV in January just as another hit drama gets set to return
  
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• Body found in search for Tom Voyce after ex-England rugby player went missing near Alnwick

  12-12-2024 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Concerns were raised when Tom Voyce didn't return home, after being out with friends
  
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• Vera's David Leon in 'clash' with Brenda Blethyn ahead of ITV drama's finale

  12-12-2024 16:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera star Brenda Blethyn has revealed a clash between her and David's character will be a storyline in the ITV drama's final series
  
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• Boots launches new £35 beauty bag from Korean skincare favourite worth £74

  12-12-2024 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Laneige Beauty Bag Edit has just landed in stores and includes a selection of moisturisers and lip treatments to give you hydrated and glowing skin
  
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• TGI Fridays launches mouth-watering Christmas menu including festive cocktails

  12-12-2024 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Diners can tuck into limited edition treats from a a giant cheesy Christmas burger to a festive mac and cheese loaded with bacon and cranberry sauce
  
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• What is a quad-demic? Everything you need to know as NHS battles record flu levels

  12-12-2024 16:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The NHS is facing a so-called 'quad-demic' of diseases this winter, with hospitals in England warning of "record flu levels" as well as the continued threat of Covid-19
  
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• Newcastle United to get unexpected glimpse of signing club refused to sanction for Steve Bruce

  12-12-2024 16:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Foxes manager will be without three key midfielders for the game with Eddie Howe's side
  
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• I'm A Celebrity's Alan Halsall exposes 'secret' from ITV show with Instagram confession

  12-12-2024 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I'm A Celebrity star Alan Halsall has exposed a secret from the new series of the ITV show to fans on Instagram
  
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• Nationwide gives £610 a month update to customers as hundreds of parents grapple with childcare costs

  12-12-2024 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  According to Nationwide, many parents have admitted that the cost of childcare has deterred them from having more children
  
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• Government says shared parental leave uptake is 'disappointingly low'

  12-12-2024 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Business minister Justin Madders said there is a review of the parental leave system in a bid to improve the situation
  
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• Reasons why your DWP Universal Credit can be reduced or stopped - how your benefit will be affected

  12-12-2024 15:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DWP warns that you need to report changes in your circumstances so you keep getting the right amount of money each month
  
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• Keir Starmer hits back at Kemi Badenoch's claim sandwiches 'not real food'

  12-12-2024 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Number 10 said the Prime Minister was "surprised" to learn that his opposite number instead occasionally has a steak brought in for lunch after she talked about her eating habits in an interview
  
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• Sunderland hit by cruel injury blow as Tommy Watson injury timeline confirmed

  12-12-2024 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats youngster scored against Stoke but came off at half-time against Bristol City
  
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• Monkseaton High School set to close despite huge public opposition

  12-12-2024 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After months of consideration and public engagement, the decision whether to close Monkseaton High School now rests with North Tyneside Council bosses.
  
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• The Christmas hazards that could land you in A&E and how to stay safe

  12-12-2024 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 'top five' alert over why anything from Christmas trees and gifts to festive food and drink could mean anything but seasonal cheer for some
  
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• Sir Bobby made Newcastle United star chase team bus - then dropped him anyway

  12-12-2024 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer has revealed how ex-Magpies boss Sir Bobby Robson once left Nolberto Solano at a hotel before a game, meaning the Peruvian had to chase the team bus
  
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• Almost 100 jobs protected after Wallsend car firm sold to national giant

  12-12-2024 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wingrove Motor Company was due to have marked 100 years of trading next August
  
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• The exact dates Brits are urged not to travel over Christmas as AA issues amber traffic warning

  12-12-2024 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The AA has issued an amber traffic warning for UK drivers with three dates to avoid in the days ahead, as festive traffic jams are expected to be the worst on record
  
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• How to see the Geminids meteor shower peak this weekend with 150 shooting stars every hour

  12-12-2024 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Geminids are one of the most active meteor showers of the year and have a number of unusual factors that make them a must-see for stargazers
  
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• Chris Sutton sums up Newcastle United issues with transfer 'frustration' and Eddie Howe verdict

  12-12-2024 14:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Celtic, Chelsea and Blackburn striker feels Newcastle United have an 'identity' under Eddie Howe
  
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• Inspiring Newcastle influencer and CEO with 1.4m TikTok followers ready for event on home turf

  12-12-2024 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danielle Gilbert, known to her 1.4m TikTok followers as Dani G will take over a Newcastle venue this weekend
  
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• Former Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole lands specialist coaching role at League One club

  12-12-2024 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Cattermole has joined Bristol Rovers' coaching staff
  
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• Elected mayor of North Tyneside defends council finances amid £9.5m pressure

  12-12-2024 14:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dame Norma Refearn has denied North Tyneside Council is at risk of bankruptcy or a dreaded section 114 notice, which has plagued councils across the country in recent times.
  
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• Newcastle United board's under radar investment unlocks PSR game-changer as 15-year-old 'wows'

  12-12-2024 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United were previously restricted in who they could sign at this level
  
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• No one will be charged over woman's death at Walker home

  12-12-2024 14:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police no longer investigating tragedy at Kingston Avenue
  
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• Michael Schumacher's health battle as family fight for privacy amid blackmail trial

  12-12-2024 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Schumacher has not been seen in public since his devastating skiing accident in 2013, with his family remaining tight-lipped about his condition throughout
  
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