Awards and achievements

South Tyneside Shortlisted for LGC Council of the Year

South Tyneside Council is among six councils shortlisted by LGC Council of the Year out of hundreds of submissions.

South Tyneside School Wins School of the Year Award

Boldon Nursery School has been named School of the Year in the Times Educational Supplement national awards scheme.

Shortlisting Success for Housing Scheme

A scheme to provide better and more modern living spaces for older people in South Tyneside has been shortlisted for a national award.

More Accolades as Hebburn Central Celebrates 1st Year

Hebburn Central has been named as one of the UK's Best Buildings, receiving recognition for both its architectural design and its role in the community, winning both the Royal Institute of British Architects North East Award 2016 and National Award 2016.

Awards for Fellgate Flood Alleviation Project

A scheme to provide greater protection against flooding in an area of South Tyneside has won awards for its innovation and sustainability.

International Recognition for Hebburn Central

Hebburn Central has scooped international recognition winning the Special Award for Community Impact and Engagement at this year's Civic Trust Awards.

Affordable Social Housing Award Nomination for Jarrow Housing Development

South Tyneside Homes and South Tyneside Housing Ventures Trust have been selected as finalists for the Local Authority Building Control Award's 'Best Social or Affordable New Housing' for the 26-property Stanley Street development.

Harm Reduction Service receives praise following recent inspection

South Tyneside's harm reduction service, which provides support to people affected by addiction, has been praised following a recent inspection.

Flying the Flag for South Tyneside's Parks

Two parks in South Tyneside have been named among the best in the UK - and that's official.

Silver Service

South Tyneside Council has been awarded a Silver Employer Recognition (ERS) Award for the support it offers its Armed Forces community across the Borough.