The River Tyne: North East England’s lifeblood
A collision at the Port of Tyne has released up to a billion nurdles into the North Sea, prompting the largest volunteer-led clean-up along the North East coast. Authorities warn the pellets could persist for years, threaten wildlife, and draw scrutiny over response times and accountability.
Edinburgh’s historic North Bridge has fully reopened to traffic and pedestrians after an eight-year restoration. The project restored steelwork, hand-finished the façade, and installed ongoing monitoring access. Final completion is announced for later this year as council projects continue.