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Cllr Mark Swinburn has been frustrated by the long-delayed roadworks in his ward. (Photo by Mark Swinburn)

Roadworks delays branded 'absolute disgrace'

Roads and pavements on the Crofton Grange estate are not finished to a standard acceptable to residents. (Photo by John Tyler)

Calls to sort unfinished roads and playground on estate

Roadworks in Cramlington have been ongoing since summer 2022.

Cramlington roadworks move to the next phase

Cramlington Village councillor Mark Swinburn has branded the contractor's lack of engagement "disappointing."

Contractor criticised as Cramlington roadworks enter next phase

Map showing the location of the planning application site. Picture from Google Maps.

County councillors reject plans for hotel, service station and homes

A CGI of how the Hauxley View development could look.

Plans lodged for 60 new homes in Amble taking total proposed on site over 220

Blyth Relief Road.

Long-awaited Blyth relief road will not be completed until around 2026

The map indicates where the latest tranche of new homes will go.

Views sought over controversial housing development

Paul Devaney, area director.

New director appointed as firm looks to expand in North East

A Persimmon home.

Ashington housing development seeks permission to expand

Northumberland County Council's County Hall at Morpeth

Concerns over green developments in Northumberland
Northumberland County Council’s aspiration for new homes to be as green as possible could be undermined by a lack of evidence on cost.

Concern over housing for Northumberland's growing older population