Inside NewcastleGateshead
In this editorial section, we introduce you to key players from across North East England, with interviews with figures from the world of business, academia, culture and sport - as well as some famous faces - to get to the heart of what makes the region so special.
A city destination with space to think
Jane Percy, Duchess of Northumberland, tells us about bringing to life her ambitious plans for The Alnwick Garden and explains why the coast and countryside of North East England help make the region truly special.
Find out moreHello from Ant and Dec
Proud Geordies Ant and Dec share why they are so proud to be from North East England.
Find out moreA warm Geordie welcome
Baroness Grey-Thompson introduces North East England, a region which has seen impressive regeneration and through entrepreneurial spirit, innovation and ambition continues to evolve.
Find out moreAn international hub for innovation
Nic Palmarini, director of the National Innovation Centre for Ageing, talks to us about work happening in NewcastleGateshead to find ways to help people live longer, healthier lives.
Find out moreThe UK’s fastest growing digital sector outside of London
We spoke to Sabby Gill, UK and Ireland managing director at Sage, about how collaboration and engagement are contributing to a tech boom.
Find out moreStrength and depth in our digital sector
Giselle Stewart is Ubisoft’s UK director of corporate affairs and she was instrumental in bringing the French company’s customer relationship centre to Newcastle. We asked her why they choose their North East home.
Find out moreLeading the way towards longer, better lives
Dame Jackie Daniel, chief executive at The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, tells us how research and innovation are fundamental to the outstanding-rated trust.
Find out moreSustainability is in our DNA
Heidi Mottram, CEO of Northumbrian Water, explains how the North East England company is driving the sustainability agenda forward not just regionally but nationally and internationally.
Find out moreNorth East England is welcoming to all
Peter Darrant-Parkes, CEO of Pride Media Centre, talks to us about opening the UK’s first LGBT+ media and business hub, and UK Pride taking place in NewcastleGateshead in 2021.
Find out moreA landscape perfectly balanced for business and wellbeing
Helen Barbour, vice-chair at Barbour, tells us how having the city, coast and countryside on your doorstep makes a balanced lifestyle possible.
Find out moreHost of major international events
Sir Graham Wylie, owner of Close House Golf Club, played an instrumental role in bringing the British Masters and the World Transplant Games to North East England. He tells us why the region makes such a great host.
Find out moreNightlife that celebrates a historic charm
Developer Dave Stone has played a considerable role in NewcastleGateshead’s leisure renaissance. We spoke to him about the city’s acclaimed nightlife and the historic charm behind the atmosphere.
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