Need To Know North EastEpisodes Episode guide

Your compensation rights for package holidays
Hannah from the Citizens Advice Bureau shares advice around package holidays.
Will business rate cuts really help local venues?
The general manager for Independent Sunderland reacts to business rate cuts.
Why do only some beaches have lifeguards?
Lifeguard cover on the North East's coastline varies significantly, the BBC has found.
Why are there so many Irish bars in Newcastle?
With so many new Irish Bars in Newcastle. Kay Davidson went to find out why.
Why are more Orcas being seen on North East coast?
Martin Kitching of the North East Cetacean Project explains the rise in Orca sightings.
Why are families facing additional nursery costs?
Helen Richardson investigates extra costs for nursery's despite free childcare expansion.
Who is there to support prison leavers?
Angela Lucas is from Clinks, a charity which supports voluntary organisations.
Where has £450m Borderlands funding gone?
Helen Richardson explains how Northumberland has benefitted from Borderlands funding.
Where does the money from Sport Relief go?
The Fulforth Centre in Sacriston is one of the places benefitting from Sport Relief.
What's the craic with pothole compensation claims?
Motorist expert Peter Dickinson shares his expertise in pothole compensation claims.
What's new at the Hoppings for 2026?
The Hoppings is back and here's everything you need to know.
What's happening at Summer Streets in Sunderland?
Ross Millard gives the inside scoop on what to expect from this year's festival.
What you need to know about Tyne coast nurdles
Plastic pellets are being found following the collapse of a crane at Port of the Tyne.
What will the Tories do for the North East?
Kemi Badenoch talks to Anna Foster ahead of the local elections on May 7th.
What will the Lib Dems do for the North East?
Sir Ed Davey talks to Anna Foster ahead of the local elections on May 7th.
What will the Greens do for the North East?
Zack Polanski talks to Anna Foster ahead of the local elections on May 7th.
What will Reform do for the North East?
Nigel Farage talks to Anna Foster ahead of the local elections on May 7th.
What will Labour do for the North East?
Luke Akehurst talks to Anna Foster ahead of the local elections on May 7th.
What went wrong for the National Glass Centre?
Sunderland's National Glass Centre is due to close this week.
What weather will we get this summer?
It's the meteorological start of summer from 1 June - what weather can we expect?
What to expect from touring dog party in Newcastle
Pop & Bark bring their famous dog parties to Newcastle on October 11.
What to expect from The Script in 2026
Danny O'Donogue explains what to expect from new music and shows in the North East.
What to expect from Pride under new organisers
Curious Arts CEO Phil Douglas explains what to expect from Newcastle Pride 2026.
What to expect from Durham Jazz Festival
Festival director John Lyons tells us what to expect from Durham Jazz Festival.
What support do North East rough sleepers need?
The Chief Executive of Emmaus discusses the work they do to provide support.
What is the RNLI's 'Float To Live' campaign?
Euan Gray from Gateshead talks about how the manoeuvre helped him survive at sea.
What is the Masala Festival?
Vikas Kumar tells Anna Foster all about the 10th anniversary of the Masala Festival.
What is the Culture House opening in Sunderland?
What you can expect from the new culture hub is opening in Sunderland city centre.
What is it like to live in an unusual building?
Roly Glancy lives in the Tynemouth Watchtower and explains what it's like
What is going on with whales stranding on beaches?
The Director of Welfare and Conservation for British Divers Marine Life Rescue explains.

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