Me and me Mam. Daft old bat had another heart attack, second one in the last two months. She said “It’s nee bother though”. Reckons she can take it because she’s from Blakelaw. Proper West End Girl.
August 10, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Me and me Mam. Daft old bat had another heart attack, second one in the last two months. She said “It’s nee bother though”. Reckons she can take it because she’s from Blakelaw. Proper West End Girl.
Can someone look into the newly-elected Newcastle Reform Councillors for Cowgate and Blakelaw...asking for me.
The fourth Reform councillor suspended, expelled or forced to resign since being elected on...Thursday
*** BREAKING NEWS***
www.plymouthplus.co.uk/plymouth-ref...
www.plymouthplus.co.uk/plymouth-ref...
May 12, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Can someone look into the newly-elected Newcastle Reform Councillors for Cowgate and Blakelaw...asking for me.
Statement from Newcastle Green Party
May 1, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Statement from Newcastle Green Party
A statement from the Newcastle Green Group on the Blakelaw & Cowgate Candidate Tina Ion
May 1, 2026 at 10:37 AM
A statement from the Newcastle Green Group on the Blakelaw & Cowgate Candidate Tina Ion
Bricks thrown at firefighters in 'reckless' attack. It's beyond me how anyone would do anything like this. It just doesn't make any sense. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Newcastle firefighters targeted by brick attack in Blakelaw
A fire engine was taken off the road due to the damage, a fire service says.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 27, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Bricks thrown at firefighters in 'reckless' attack. It's beyond me how anyone would do anything like this. It just doesn't make any sense. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
While I will always celebrate investment in play, I'm wary of the idea of "destination playgrounds" for all sorts of reasons.
They are spaces for play which reify the idea of occasional, accompanied visits by car, not for ordinary, accessible, 'independent' play integrated into everyday life.
They are spaces for play which reify the idea of occasional, accompanied visits by car, not for ordinary, accessible, 'independent' play integrated into everyday life.
Newcastle to get four 'destination' playgrounds in £1.5m upgrade plans
Blakelaw Park, Riverside Country Park in Newburn, Elswick Park and Ouseburn’s City Stadium will each get around £250,000 worth of upgrades to turn them into flagship playgrounds
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
September 9, 2025 at 11:41 AM
While I will always celebrate investment in play, I'm wary of the idea of "destination playgrounds" for all sorts of reasons.
They are spaces for play which reify the idea of occasional, accompanied visits by car, not for ordinary, accessible, 'independent' play integrated into everyday life.
They are spaces for play which reify the idea of occasional, accompanied visits by car, not for ordinary, accessible, 'independent' play integrated into everyday life.
Happy birthday to former NUFC left back/ midfielder Kenny Wharton who was born in Blakelaw in 1960
He played for us 303 times scoring 27 goals between 1978 and 1989 🎂🎉🎁🍰
#NUFC #NUFCFans #Newcastle
He played for us 303 times scoring 27 goals between 1978 and 1989 🎂🎉🎁🍰
#NUFC #NUFCFans #Newcastle
November 28, 2024 at 7:24 AM
Happy birthday to former NUFC left back/ midfielder Kenny Wharton who was born in Blakelaw in 1960
He played for us 303 times scoring 27 goals between 1978 and 1989 🎂🎉🎁🍰
#NUFC #NUFCFans #Newcastle
He played for us 303 times scoring 27 goals between 1978 and 1989 🎂🎉🎁🍰
#NUFC #NUFCFans #Newcastle
Blakelaw and Cowgate going Reform x3 is sadly predictable, as this is a limp and tattered flag zone
May 8, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Blakelaw and Cowgate going Reform x3 is sadly predictable, as this is a limp and tattered flag zone
We're very worried about the impact that antisocial behaviour is having on the ability of people in Blakelaw to use public transport. Whilst we understand concerns about the safety of bus drivers and passengers, people rely on bus services to get around.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Blakelaw bus diversions in Newcastle due to safety concerns
Blakelaw residents say people are scared to leave their homes on an evening.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 17, 2026 at 2:41 PM
We're very worried about the impact that antisocial behaviour is having on the ability of people in Blakelaw to use public transport. Whilst we understand concerns about the safety of bus drivers and passengers, people rely on bus services to get around.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Great to join the hardworking local @NCLCentralWest team in sunny Blakelaw talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them - the cost of living, global uncertainty and anti-social behaviour by groups of people were the top issues.
April 12, 2026 at 10:18 AM
Great to join the hardworking local @NCLCentralWest team in sunny Blakelaw talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them - the cost of living, global uncertainty and anti-social behaviour by groups of people were the top issues.
More on the Blakelaw bus situation.
This is very concerning as 37% of households in Newcastle have no access to a car. Blakelaw is not close to the Metro. Cycling would be possible but are the routes adequate?
This is very concerning as 37% of households in Newcastle have no access to a car. Blakelaw is not close to the Metro. Cycling would be possible but are the routes adequate?
Northumbria Police confirmed that the force is working with Stagecoach to tackle issues in the area
Emergency meeting called over diversion of buses due to safety concerns
Northumbria Police confirmed that the force is working with Stagecoach to tackle issues in the area
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
September 20, 2026 at 5:14 PM
More on the Blakelaw bus situation.
This is very concerning as 37% of households in Newcastle have no access to a car. Blakelaw is not close to the Metro. Cycling would be possible but are the routes adequate?
This is very concerning as 37% of households in Newcastle have no access to a car. Blakelaw is not close to the Metro. Cycling would be possible but are the routes adequate?
The Newcastle Central and West teams have been out in Elswick, Wingrove, Blakelaw and Cowgate, and all across our beautiful city listening to residents. These elections are so important. Use each of your three votes for Labour!
May 7, 2026 at 9:29 AM
The Newcastle Central and West teams have been out in Elswick, Wingrove, Blakelaw and Cowgate, and all across our beautiful city listening to residents. These elections are so important. Use each of your three votes for Labour!
Newcastle Liberal Democrats are very sorry to pass on the news that former long-serving Blakelaw and Jesmond councillor Gerry Keating has passed away. Gerry was first elected as a Tyne & Wear County Councillor in 1981.
December 31, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Newcastle Liberal Democrats are very sorry to pass on the news that former long-serving Blakelaw and Jesmond councillor Gerry Keating has passed away. Gerry was first elected as a Tyne & Wear County Councillor in 1981.
Great to join the hardworking local NCL Central and West team in Blakelaw and Cowgate knocking on doors - and finding a great deal of support for Labour in Newcastle! #VoteLabour
May 7, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Great to join the hardworking local NCL Central and West team in Blakelaw and Cowgate knocking on doors - and finding a great deal of support for Labour in Newcastle! #VoteLabour
Out in the sunshine with the local Newcastle Central and West team in Blakelaw with our Summer Survey hearing from residents what their top local and national issues are - great conversations on every doorstep!
June 28, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Out in the sunshine with the local Newcastle Central and West team in Blakelaw with our Summer Survey hearing from residents what their top local and national issues are - great conversations on every doorstep!
My last official engagement of Christmas 2025 - on the dancefloor at Blakelaw Social Club for their Pensioner’s Party!
Hope everyone has as Merry a Christmas! 💃🏾🎉🎅🏽🕺🏽🎄
Hope everyone has as Merry a Christmas! 💃🏾🎉🎅🏽🕺🏽🎄
December 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
My last official engagement of Christmas 2025 - on the dancefloor at Blakelaw Social Club for their Pensioner’s Party!
Hope everyone has as Merry a Christmas! 💃🏾🎉🎅🏽🕺🏽🎄
Hope everyone has as Merry a Christmas! 💃🏾🎉🎅🏽🕺🏽🎄
Local residents and youth groups have been pushing for play site investment in St Lawrence Park for some time.
Good to see this finally lead to investment.
Let’s ensure they are involved in the co-design, Newcastle City Council!
www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-e...
Good to see this finally lead to investment.
Let’s ensure they are involved in the co-design, Newcastle City Council!
www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-e...
Newcastle to get four 'destination' playgrounds in £1.5m upgrade plans
Blakelaw Park, Riverside Country Park in Newburn, Elswick Park and Ouseburn’s City Stadium will each get around £250,000 worth of upgrades to turn them into flagship playgrounds
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
September 9, 2025 at 7:11 AM
Local residents and youth groups have been pushing for play site investment in St Lawrence Park for some time.
Good to see this finally lead to investment.
Let’s ensure they are involved in the co-design, Newcastle City Council!
www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-e...
Good to see this finally lead to investment.
Let’s ensure they are involved in the co-design, Newcastle City Council!
www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-e...
Out canvassing and door knocking in Blakelaw this morning, listening to residents and encouraging their feedback.
April 23, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Out canvassing and door knocking in Blakelaw this morning, listening to residents and encouraging their feedback.
More on the incredibly concerning events in Blakelaw.
Re the role of electric motorbikes & scooters in this situation. As well as local action, there’s a clear need for Parliament to act on the recommendations in the APPGWC report (see link).
@chionwurah.bsky.social
@joemorrismp.bsky.social
Re the role of electric motorbikes & scooters in this situation. As well as local action, there’s a clear need for Parliament to act on the recommendations in the APPGWC report (see link).
@chionwurah.bsky.social
@joemorrismp.bsky.social
September 26, 2026 at 7:10 AM
More on the incredibly concerning events in Blakelaw.
Re the role of electric motorbikes & scooters in this situation. As well as local action, there’s a clear need for Parliament to act on the recommendations in the APPGWC report (see link).
@chionwurah.bsky.social
@joemorrismp.bsky.social
Re the role of electric motorbikes & scooters in this situation. As well as local action, there’s a clear need for Parliament to act on the recommendations in the APPGWC report (see link).
@chionwurah.bsky.social
@joemorrismp.bsky.social
A fabulous Nigerian colleague who moved to Newcastle with her family recently is desperate to get her 8 year old son into training with a local football team. She lives in Blakelaw but hasn't managed to get a response from local clubs. Does anyone have any contacts or suggestions? TY! #NUFC
November 28, 2024 at 7:31 PM
A fabulous Nigerian colleague who moved to Newcastle with her family recently is desperate to get her 8 year old son into training with a local football team. She lives in Blakelaw but hasn't managed to get a response from local clubs. Does anyone have any contacts or suggestions? TY! #NUFC
Newcastle estate Blakelaw 'no go' at night as yobs attack buses and firefighters
Newcastle estate Blakelaw 'no go' at night as yobs attack buses and firefighters
Buses have been diverted from Blakelaw at night and firefighters attacked after gangs made the Newcastle estate a no-go area, leaving residents afraid to go out after dark.
britbrief.co.uk
September 26, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Newcastle estate Blakelaw 'no go' at night as yobs attack buses and firefighters
When @LucyMPowell and @annaturley joined me campaigning in #Blakelaw we had to pop into @GreggsOfficial I went for the doughnuts but Lucy went for the stotties which she said reminded her of Manchester Barm Cakes... anyone know if they are related?
April 28, 2026 at 9:11 AM
When @LucyMPowell and @annaturley joined me campaigning in #Blakelaw we had to pop into @GreggsOfficial I went for the doughnuts but Lucy went for the stotties which she said reminded her of Manchester Barm Cakes... anyone know if they are related?
Wet but rewarding to be out in Blakelaw with the fabulous local Newcastle Central and West team, talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them.
Littering, parking and potholes topped the list, with a lot of support for the difference Labour is making in Newcastle.
Littering, parking and potholes topped the list, with a lot of support for the difference Labour is making in Newcastle.
February 8, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Wet but rewarding to be out in Blakelaw with the fabulous local Newcastle Central and West team, talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them.
Littering, parking and potholes topped the list, with a lot of support for the difference Labour is making in Newcastle.
Littering, parking and potholes topped the list, with a lot of support for the difference Labour is making in Newcastle.
Great to be out with the fab local Blakelaw Newcastle Central and West talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them.
Housing, SEND provision and national security were the top issues, and Labour is driving positive change on all three.
Housing, SEND provision and national security were the top issues, and Labour is driving positive change on all three.
January 24, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Great to be out with the fab local Blakelaw Newcastle Central and West talking and listening to residents about the issues that matter to them.
Housing, SEND provision and national security were the top issues, and Labour is driving positive change on all three.
Housing, SEND provision and national security were the top issues, and Labour is driving positive change on all three.