WIN THE RECOGNITION YOUR BUSINESS DESERVES The #NEBizAwards celebrate the best of the region’s business community, with 10 categories open for entries. BUT BE QUICK... nominations close on Monday! Tell us all about your achievements at: nebusinessawards.co.uk

Sir Ian Gibson was the first non-Japanese person appointed to the board at Nissan chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-eas…

With thanks again to one of the most loyalist supporters of our campaign in Sam Volpe The Chronicle for reaching out again & highlighting the impact this is having on ALL of us! #EnoughIsEnough #ContaminatedBlood Infected Blood Inquiry Ian Lavery Dr Philippa Whitford Chris Stephens

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There's still time - just! - to get your entries in for the North East Business Awards.

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The work done by trustees behind the scenes is incredible, providing good governance and guidance that is essential. Nominate today and let's celebrate their work! northeastcharityawards.co.uk #NECharityAwards

After Labour's election victories last year, we The Journal urged them to deliver for the North East in four key areas. A year on, we give our verdict on their work so far #TomorrowsPapersToday