Hartlepool
Coverage of Hartlepool in the Nexus archive.
- Two men die after going into sea to rescue children at County Durham beach
Two men died after entering the sea at Seaton Carew beach in Hartlepool, County Durham, to rescue two children who were in difficulty. The children were confirmed safe, but the men were pronounced dead after being brought out of the water.
- This town received a £96mn post-Brexit makeover. It voted Reform anyway
Hartlepool received £96 million in post-Brexit regeneration funding, the highest per capita in England. Despite this investment, the town voted for Reform in the election.
- Keir Starmer’s leadership on line after Labour’s disastrous election night
Labour's election night was disastrous, losing seats and control of councils in several areas, putting Keir Starmer's leadership on the line. The party suffered losses in Hartlepool, Tameside, Redditch, and Tamworth. This could potentially lead to Starmer's resignation as opposition leader.
- Labour losses pile up in England local elections as Reform UK makes gains
Labour Party faces significant losses in England local elections, with Reform UK making notable gains, potentially pushing Labour into opposition in Hartlepool. The party is expected to lose up to 1,850 councillors. Senior figures describe the contest as tough.