17 September 2026: New Consultations and New Features

Current Consultations

Proposal to Relocate the Primary Phase of Silverdale School

We want to hear your views on proposals to relocate the primary phase of Silverdale School into the former Forest Hall Primary School site. The consultation is seeking views on a proposal to relocate the primary phase of Silverdale School from the Langdale Centre, Wallsend, to the former Forest Hall Primary School site on Delaval Road, Forest Hall. To take part click here - Silverdale School Consultation | Our North Tyneside Voice

Closing Sunday 25 October 2026

Proposed changes to planning rules for small Houses of Multiple Occupancy (HMO)

The Council is proposing to change planning permission so that anyone wanting to convert a house into a small HMO in the specified areas would need to apply for planning permission first. To read more and see the specified areas click here - Proposed changes to planning rules for small HMOs | Our North Tyneside Voice

Closing Thursday 22 October 2026

Council Tenants - Annual Survey Out Now

If you're a North Tyneside Council tenant, you may be invited to take part in our annual Tenant Satisfaction Measures Survey - either by post or via a phone call. If so, please do take part and have your say. You can read last year's results here: Tenant Satisfaction Measures survey | Our North Tyneside Voice

Have your say on a proposed Responsible Operator Scheme

We're seeking views from residents, businesses and voluntary organisations on a proposed Responsible Operator Scheme for organised activities on Council-owned land, such as fitness classes, sports clubs and swimming groups.

The voluntary scheme would allow organisations to register with the Council and demonstrate that they meet key health and safety standards. Approved organisations would be recognised as safe and suitable operators.

Find out more and share your views through the consultation here - Responsible Operator Scheme Consultation | Our North Tyneside Voice

Closing Friday 16 October 2026

You Said, We Did

Influencing North Tyneside Planning

Feedback from residents and stakeholders has helped shape the final North Tyneside Design Code, adopted in June 2026. The 433 responses mean changes include stronger guidance on local character, accessibility, walking and cycling connections, biodiversity, sustainable development and renewable energy, helping to ensure future developments are attractive, inclusive and reflect the borough’s unique identity. To read the full update and view the final Design Codes click here - Design Code Consultation | Our North Tyneside Voice

Feedback from our Summer Family Fun Days

A huge thank you to the 239 residents who took the time to share their feedback on this year’s Family Fun Days. We were delighted to hear that 97.9% of respondents said they enjoyed the event. To read the full summary click here - Family Fun Day - Participant Feedback | Our North Tyneside Voice

Pride in Place Community Engagement Report now Published

North Tyneside Council undertook a comprehensive programme of engagement to understand the priorities and challenges that will inform the Percy Main Pride in Place Programme.

To find out more about what the Pride in Place programme is and to read the report, go to the Pride in Place Hub.

New Homepage Feature

You can now easily access all our previous newsletters in one place on Our North Tyneside Voice. Click here to take a look at our new feature on the homepage and ensure you never miss any consultations or news.

Kind regards,

The Engagement Team