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01/09/2025
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12/09/2025
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Latest news
New Executive Director of Children’s Services takes over in Hartlepool
Hartlepool Borough Council has welcomed Alison Sutherland as its new Executive Director of Children’s Services as its drive to achieve the best for all the town’s children continues.
Council calls for end to profiteering in private rental market
Councillors in Hartlepool say urgent action is needed to tackle a growing housing crisis fuelled by the profiteering of some private landlords.
Date: 3 October 2025
Lord Peter Mandelson’s civic honour withdrawn
Councillors have voted unanimously to withdraw the Honorary Freedom of the Borough of Hartlepool granted to Lord Peter Mandelson.
Date: 3 October 2025
Struggling to pay your Council Tax?
Hartlepool Borough Council has launched a new initiative to engage with householders in Council Tax arrears.
Date: 3 October 2025