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Details of work carried out by men killed in SSI blast revealed

The company carrying out the demolition work was being paid £100,000, it has emerged

almost 5 years ago

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Further details emerge about 'much-loved' man killed in SSI blast

The firm the man was worked for says it takes responsibilities for health and safety 'extremely seriously'

almost 5 years ago

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Tribute from 'devastated' firm after workers die at SSI site

Demolition company John F Hunt was carrying out a contract to remove the former coke ovens when tragedy struck

almost 5 years ago

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'We need 'total accountability': What next after SSI blast deaths?

It’s believed the two men were contractors working on the site as part of its demolition - here are the key details a...

almost 5 years ago

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Missed opportunity or boost to region - reaction to spending plan

The Government has announced £13.8bn for public services but politicians have differing views on the cash

almost 5 years ago

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Call for government to 'make amends' for failing to save SSI

Spending plans are expected to be announced in Parliament next week

almost 5 years ago

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The first construction project completed at South Tees site

It is part of a £1m access scheme to bring three entrance points to the 4,500 acre site

about 5 years ago

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Giant wind turbine plant could create 600 jobs at former steel site

Able UK wants to transform a 72 hectare site in a development that could provide a vital boost to the Tees economy

about 5 years ago

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Teesside jobs hang in the balance as British Steel stays on brink

The company has said it is looking at funding options but workers will be paid their May wages

about 5 years ago

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Sue Jeffrey quits as Labour leader in Redcar and Cleveland

Cllr Jeffrey has stood down ahead of a meeting on Tuesday where a new leader will be elected

about 5 years ago

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Government urged to foot SSI clean-up despite £340m rates boost

A trading zone on the ex steelworks site is forecast to bring in millions - but MP Anna Turley demands Government mak...

about 5 years ago

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Banks don't accept SSI land valuation as survey details revealed

Surveys carried out by the STDC took around 11 months - the Thai banks had their own five-day assessment carried out,...

about 5 years ago

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Deal to take control of SSI site won't completed for 15 months

The compulsory purchase of the 870 acres of land has now started after a failure to secure a deal with Thai banks

over 5 years ago

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Ball now rolling for SSI site to be controlled by Teessiders

Mayor Ben Houchen said he wouldn't wait any longer to take back control of the land

over 5 years ago

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Decision time on forced sale of SSI land from Thai banks

The land sale is essential to allow the full development of the 4,500 acres of South Tees land which includes the SSI...

over 5 years ago

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'We're putting Teesside first' - airport deal approved to cheers

Labour leaders of Teesside councils backed the investment strategy, which included bringing back the airport into pub...

over 5 years ago

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Jobs, investment and a clean-up: South Tees land deal explained

A deal has been announced for the transfer of 1,420 acres of land to the South Tees Development Corporation - here's ...

over 5 years ago

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Cash-strapped council fears losing out on more money

The status was presented as a huge positive for Teesside - but the leader of Redcar and Cleveland Council isn't so sure

over 5 years ago

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Peace, parmos & new deadlines among 6 learnings from SSI debate

The debate was called to discuss the SSI site but the discussions were far more wide ranging

over 5 years ago

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Airport 'could close in 2021', debate on SSI future told

Redcar MP Anna Turley is leading the debate after raising concerns over the level of Government support

over 5 years ago

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£10m Teesside project revealed to help develop 3D printed car parts

The new scheme to help develop metal powder for the printers could bring scores of jobs to Teesside

almost 6 years ago

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Treasury minister on SSI, jobs, car manufacturing and a Free Port

Robert Jenrick told us his views on a number of key issues during his visit to Teesside

almost 6 years ago

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PM urged to back bid to bring huge car plant to Teesside

Teesside has been shortlisted as one of two locations to build the successor to the Land Rover Defender

almost 6 years ago

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Jeremy Corbyn says Redcar steelworks should have been saved

The Labour leader announced plans to use state aid to support manufacturing

almost 6 years ago

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Mayor set to meet Chancellor to 'understand options' for SSI site

Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen says talks to move the whole South Tees site into local control were 'moving reasonably...

almost 6 years ago

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Pressure on Government to pledge £200m to secure SSI handover

Redcar MP Anna Turley raised the issue with Business Secretary Greg Clark in Parliament :: A decision is expected in ...

about 6 years ago

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Teesside - the passion, spirit and community of our home

The debate over identity will always go on - but our area has a shared sense of purpose

about 6 years ago

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Teesside to seek £200m from UK Government under SSI handover plans

Talks over a 'transition plan' are ongoing which could see a bid for fresh funding made to cover clean-up costs and s...

about 6 years ago

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How Chancellor's letter played crucial role in SSI land talks

Details of the role of Boro chairman Steve Gibson in the process have also emerged :: Teesside leaders are now set to...

about 6 years ago

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Plans to shape the future of Redcar and Cleveland given go ahead

The Local Plan will help protect the authority's towns and villages from unwanted plans and give it a bigger say on d...

about 6 years ago

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'Initial deal agreed' for part of SSI site

The company behind Woodsmith Mine has reportedly struck a deal which would give it better access to the Tees

about 6 years ago

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Steve Gibson to join Thai trade mission for SSI talks

The Boro chairman will join Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen and Redcar and Cleveland Council leader Sue Jeffrey

over 6 years ago

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Job losses as part of firm founded from 'ashes of SSI collapse' closes

At least 25 workers from Cleveland LGV Transport Ltd lost their jobs after the haulage side of the firm was scrapped

over 6 years ago

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This is all you need to know about Budget 2017

Chancellor Philip Hammond also cancelled a fuel duty rise scheduled for April

over 6 years ago

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Live reaction as 25-year South Tees jobs plan is launched

Boro chairman Steve Gibson introduced mayor Ben Houchen at the event :: It is hoped the plans will pump £1bn a year i...

over 6 years ago

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25-year plan to create 20,000 jobs at former SSI site is revealed

Political leaders say the Redcar site will be used for industrial development - and could pump £1bn in Tees economy

over 6 years ago

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Plan to light up blast furnace as visitor attraction in Tees plan

Future uses of the site, which locations will be developed and what businesses may come are all included in the 170-p...

over 6 years ago

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Major deals secured for bulk terminal after SSI demise

British Steel has agreed two large contracts which will support the jobs of almost 80 workers

about 7 years ago

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Ex-steelworker thriving after setting up his own business

Former Royal Navy sailor, David Connor says starting his firm was the best thing he'd ever done