Awards and achievements

'101 Achievements of Labour in Power' Report (Showcased)

South Tyneside Council has been highlighted several times in the LGA Labour '101 Achievements of Labour in Power' report.

The report mentioned our:

• Winter readiness scheme
• Viking Energy Network in Jarrow
• Adoption of the Mockingbird fostering model
• South Tyneside Pledge

Read more: Labour successes.

National Healthy Housing Awards 2023 (Commendation of Excellence)

South Tyneside Council's innovative 'See and Solve' service was recognised with a Commendation of Excellence at the National Healthy Housing Awards 2023 due to the difference it is making to the lives of residents.

The service has dramatically cut waiting lists for people wanting to see an occupational therapist by providing quick assessments and simple home modifications which support people to live safely and independently in their homes.

Read more: Innovative New Service Slashes Waiting Times.

Prolific North Awards 2023 - Tech for Good (Winner)

The Virtual Memory Box, a digital platform which helps young people in care to capture important memories and milestones, won the 'Tech for Good' category in the prestigious Prolific North Awards.

The digital tool, created by software developer Nebula Labs in partnership with South Tyneside Council, was first honed and piloted in South Tyneside and is now being rolled out by local authorities across the country.

Read more: Prolific North: Tech Awards.

Green flag awards (Winners)

Six parks in South Tyneside have received the prestigious Green Flag award for quality placing them among the best green spaces in the country.

Both South Marine Park and West Park South Shields have reclaimed the title, while others to secure the award again this year include Monkton Dene, North Marine, Readhead and West Park Jarrow.

Read more: South Tyneside Parks among UK's best.