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Newcastle secures £141.4m to build 966 new council homes

Newcastle City Council has become a Homes England strategic partner, securing funding to deliver 966 new council homes over the coming decade.

The TEA Editorial Desk · 28 August 2026

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£27.7m investment will unlock more than 350 homes on Sunderland brownfield site

Homes England is investing £27.7m in Sunderland’s Sheepfolds neighbourhood to unlock more than 350 homes, new infrastructure and active-travel routes.

Sunderland · 28 Aug 2026
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50 affordable homes get under way in Shildon, including 35 for social rent

Work has started on a £10 million development in Shildon that will provide 50 affordable homes, including 35 for social rent and 15 through Rent to Buy.

Shildon, County Durham · 28 Aug 2026
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