Budget 2016 Fails to Stem Energy Sector Uncertainty
The Government spurned the chance to secure thousands of jobs and billions in North East investment, leaving jobs in energy…
‘Osborne’s Budget has failed Teesside’ – Tom Blenkinsop MP
Today’s Budget provided no clear indication that this Tory Government have any intention of turning the fortunes of Teesside around,…
Budget comment from Ken Wilson & Associates (KWA)
Newcastle-based Ken Wilson & Associates (KWA) said the corporation tax cut and changes to the way business rates are calculated…
NECC Intial Reaction to the Chancellor’s Budget
We are pleased our lobbying has helped secure a firm commitment to upgrade both the A66 and A69 which are…
Budget comment: Chancellor praised for business-friendly measures
Peterlee-based KF Training described the Chancellor’s words as “a Budget for small businesses”.
Seaham Solicitor calls for Care Fees Cap in Budget
A Seaham solicitor is calling on the Chancellor to end the worry about the unlimited cost of old age care…
Changes to budget plans following consultation response.
Newcastle City Council’s Cabinet are set to make changes to their budget proposals after more than 2,000 people made their…
Delay to budget announcement calls for special meeting
The announcement of Durham’s budget, financial plan and capital investment programme for the next financial year is to be delayed.
Budget update in County Durham
Detailed analysis of both the Government’s grant allocation for Durham County Council and the impact of the Chancellor’s Comprehensive Spending…
Have your say on Budget
SUNDERLAND people are being encouraged to say what they think should be priorities in the council's budget at a series…
Your views count
Ryedale residents are being asked to add their views on the way Ryedale District Council funds services and sets council…
Sunderland City Council Budget Consultation
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL is urging people to help it decide what the most important priorities should be as it faces…
Budget Consultation Underway
Hambleton residents and business owners are being given a say on what the District Council should be looking to spend…
Views Sought on Cuts to Public Health Funding
MIDDLESBROUGH residents are being invited to give their views on proposed cuts to local authorities’ public health budgets.
Budget Reaction from Great Annual Savings Group
Great Annual Savings Group (GAS) has praised Chancellor George Osborne for delivering a business-friendly budget today.