Event to help city businesses gear up for growth
Businesses across Sunderland are being invited to discover the wide range of funding, advice and practical support available to help them start, grow and thrive. Sunderland City Council’s Business Investment Team is hosting an Access to Business Support event at Culture House on Monday 12th October, from 1pm to 4pm, as part of this year’s […]
Green light for Studio One plans at Crown Works
Plans for the first phase of Sunderland’s Crown Works Studios have been given the green light by Sunderland City Council’s Planning Authority, marking a major milestone for the regional and nationally important development on the banks of the River Wear. The decision represents a significant step forward towards delivery of the first phase of the […]
Sunderland City Council welcomes £170m Nissan investment in Sunderland
Sunderland City Council has welcomed Nissan’s announcement of a £170m investment to bring a fourth model to its Sunderland plant, describing it as a major vote of confidence in the city, its workforce and the future of automotive manufacturing in the UK. Nissan has announced that production of the hybrid Kicks e-POWER model will join […]
Sunderland entrepreneur opens dream bookshop
A former nurse has turned her lifelong love of books into a new independent bookshop and tearoom in Sunderland city centre, with support from the North East BIC helping her navigate the journey into business. Hayley Beckinsale opened Chapter 13 on Frederick Street in Sunderland on 13th July, following a 16-year career in nursing. The […]
DWP to move into Faber
Sunderland’s newest office building is set to be boosted by the arrival of a major new tenant. Faber – one of two new L&G-backed buildings in Sunderland city centre – has announced that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will be moving its team into the Riverside Sunderland property. Taking three of the five […]
Major step forward in Sunderland city centre’s journey as Homes England invests £27.7m to unlock Sheepfolds neighbourhood
A major step forward in the transformation of Riverside Sunderland has been confirmed, with Homes England, the government’s housing and regeneration agency, backing the Sheepfolds neighbourhood through a £27.7 million investment. The investment will help to transform a former industrial site with a prominent riverside location that has remained largely underused for many years despite […]
Studio One sets the stage for Crown Works
Sunderland’s blockbuster studio plans are moving towards their next stage, with a planning application submitted that will pave the way for spades in the ground in autumn. A revised planning application has been submitted to Sunderland City Council’s Planning Authority setting out the final details of Studio One at Crown Works. This regional and nationally […]
Opening date confirmed for major North East venue
A major new North East cultural venue has moved a step closer with an opening date now confirmed. Culture House Sunderland, a multi-million-pound, four-floor venue and library at Keel Square will open its doors on Saturday 12 September 2026. Culture House will be a living room in the heart of the city, where everyone is […]
New plan set to shape Sunderland’s future growth
Sunderland City Council are commencing work on a new local plan that will set out the direction of major developments in Sunderland, subject to the approval of new council leaders. Sunderland City Council’s ruling cabinet is expected to green-light a move to create a new, simplified Local Plan, that aims to make it easier for […]
Experienced operator to run trio of city business centres
Sunderland City Council has appointed a managing agent to ensure the continued success of three city business centres. The North East Business & Innovation Centre (BIC), one of the region’s leading providers of business support and workspace, has been appointed to manage Sunderland Software Centre, Evolve Business Centre and Washington Business Centre. Sunderland City Council […]