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Left to right: Lyndsey Allen, Amanda Napper and Veronica Nicholson are standing in the Throston ward by-election in Hartlepool.

Hartlepol by-election candidates appeal to voters

Jonathan Brash MP, with his Dad, Dr Charles Brash, and Secretary of State for Health, Wes Streeting MP

Hartlepool MP says: 'Labour is fixing our NHS'

A council by-election will be held in Hartlepool in May for a vacant seat on the Throston ward.

Candidates revealed for council by-election

Jonathan Brash at a meeting with Steve Reed.

The town areas to benefit from £6m flood defence work

A council spent £500,000 fixing potholes last year

Town to get £660,000 more to fix potholes

Jonathan Brash MP with Managing Director of Merlin Flex, Mark Merifield, Chair of Economic Growth and Regeneration, Councillor Pamela Hargreaves.

Political opinion: Jonathan Brash MP: Increased defence spending will benefit Ha...

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Spring Statement: relief but unconvinced - I’m still reeling from cuts

Cameron Sharp pictured after his 2022 by-election victory.

Why party's youngest ever local councillor has stood down

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PIP reforms - what changes to disability benefits could mean for you

Hartlepool Police speak to a person at the York Road ramp.

Hartlepool MP's action plan to tackle ASB problems at ramp

Action earlier this year on the ramp

Demanding action on the ramp

Hartlepool is to receive £20m of regeneration funding under the government's Neighbourhood Plans initiative.

Town to receive £20m to turbocharge regeneration

Local transport authorities would contract bus operators such as Stagecoach to provide services under a franchise model.

Bus franchise calls swiftly rejected

The future of Hartlepool Civic Centre has been under discussion.

Latest on Hartlepool Civic Centre redevelopment talks

Jonathan Brash MP, with St Helen's Headteacher, Mr Newing.

Political Opinion: Jonathan Brash: Giving our children and grandchildren the bes...

Money towards the cost of Hartlepool's annual public fireworks display has been saved after fears its budget could be axed.

What's been saved after 4.99% council tax rise is agreed
Borough Christmas trees, car parking promotions and the annual fireworks display have been saved although a 4.99% council tax rise has been approved.
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Number of companies in Durham hits record high

Malcolm Farrow, OFTEC, is urging more people to explore a career as a heating technician

More heating apprentices needed in Hartlepool as industry faces skills crisis

Hartlepool Borough Council's jobs and skills service has helped hundreds of people back into work over the last 18 months.

Jobs and skills service finds work for hundreds of people

Seaton Carew's Christmas tree has been saved after its future was threatened as part of planned budget cuts.

Free parking and Christmas trees saved in budget rethink

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash says there is much to celebrate in town at the moment.

MP says 'we have much to celebrate in Hartlepool'

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash with WASPI campaigners in London.

Hartlepool MP vows to support compensation fight

Pupils at Winchester College, one of the UK's most famous private schools

How Britons really feel about VAT on private school fees

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash discusses government funding for Hartlepool Borough Council.

Hartlepool MP welcomes Government funding plans for council

A still from the video to Freezing This Christmas by Sir Starmer and the Granny Harmers

Who are Sir Starmer and the Granny Harmers?

Jonathan Brash MP with Natalie Frankland and the team at Hartlepool Reloved Clothing.

MP's festive message to the people of Hartlepool

Hartlepool residents are being urged to help by writing to their MP - Animal News Agency

A-List stars appeal to Hartlepool residents to help them get trophy hunting bann...
A host of A-List stars including Dame Judi Dench, Charles Dance and Sharon Osbourne are appealing to Hartlepool residents to help get trophy hunting banned in 2025.
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Jonathan Brash with JDR Cables chief operating officer Mark Doble.

MP wants town to be in 'driving seat' of UK economic future

Hartlepool allotment holders, who are pictured here opposing a fees rise in 2023, are facing another potential rise in 2026.

Latest on talks over potential rent rise for allotment holders

Hartlepool Borough Council leader Cllr Brenda Harrison is hoping for a favourable settlement from the government.

Council looks to Gov to protect 'vital services'

Seaton Carew's Christmas tree may not be displayed in 2025 as part of potential council savings.

Christmas trees under threat as part of council cuts

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash, right, with X-Energy CEO Clay Sell in Westminster.

'We need rapid decisions on new nuclear' says MP

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash (left) and Easington MP Grahame Morris voted differently on the assisted dying Bill.

How local MPs voted on Friday's assisted dying Bill

MP Jonathan Brash taking assembly at Eldon Grove Primary School.

'Let's build a brighter future for our children' says MP

A petition calling a general election has been signed by over 1 million people. Pictured: Keir Starmer. Photo: STEFAN ROUSSEAU/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

How online petitions work and what happens at a million signatures

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash speaking in Parliament.

MP raises plight of Hartlepool fishing industry in Parliament

Hartlepool outdoor market has been running on Thursdays for many years.

Outdoor market given last chance to survive

A Hartlepool Borough Council boss says the authority is in a "better place" following the Government's recent Budget.

Council says in a 'better place' following Government's Budget

There have been concerns that private schools raising fees in response will edge out many families

Explainer Why private schools will be taking on the Government in legal battle

EF100 survey results

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The winter fuel payment cut is hitting millions of pensioners

Union threatens legal action over Labour's Winter Fuel Payment cuts

36 per cent of those polled adopt a "you can't take it with you" approach, spending their cash while they can, rather than putting it aside for emergencies.

Almost a third of Brits find rainy day funds outdated

Jonathan Brash, right, lobbying minister Alex Norris ahead of the budget to successfully secure £20million of funding for Hartlepool.

'A game changer for Hartlepool': MP's reflections on the 2024 Budget

Jonathan Brash on his feet in the House of Commons.

A week in the life of Hartlepool's MP

Hartlepool’s MP Jonathan Brash has praised the Labour Party’s budget as it focuses on investment that will help rebuild the town and provide more opportunities for its residents.

Hartlepool MP praises 2024 Labour Budget

Rachel Reeves poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the government's annual Autumn budget to Parliament (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

UK families to get free cash as Household Support Fund is extended

Child plays with building blocks.

Watch: Measures for families announced in Rachel Reeves’ budget

Rachel Reeves poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the government's annual Autumn budget to Parliament (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Budget 2024: key takeaways as Reeves unveils £40 billion tax rise

Rachel Reeves, poses with the red Budget Box as she leaves 11 Downing Street to present the government's annual budget to Parliament in October 2024.

Watch: Potential tax rises and who could be worse off following budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to give a speech at the Treasury in July 2024 (Photo: Jonathan Brady - Pool/Getty Images)

What to expect from Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Autumn Budget

Radical action is needed to tackle teacher recruitment and retention

Tackling the teacher recruitment and retention crisis: lessons for the new gover...

Gillian Sayburn, partner at Begbies Traynor in the North East

Record number of North East businesses pushed to the brink of financial collapse

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash with Sara Razzaq outside Nova Salon in Church Street.

Council takes legal action over salon disabled ramp

Sir Keir Starmer speaks at Prime Minister’s Questions.

Watch: Keir Starmer addresses reason for cuts to winter fuel allowance

The free school breakfast clubs will build on support for families already available, the Department for Education says

When Labour's free school breakfasts will start - what we know so far

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