Independent 4 Largest city and capital of the north-east, on the north banks of the River Tyne.
There are vacant seats in Blakelaw, Byker, Elswick and Lemington wards (all held by Labour, with the Elswick councillor having had the whip suspended).
Next local elections
2021
Election cycle
Thirds
Local authority type
Metrop
Address
Barras Bridge, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE99 2BN
Phone
0191 232 8520
Website
http://www.newcastle.gov.uk/
Council Tax (Band D)
£1930.47