Council news - Sunderland City Council

Bird and poultry keepers urged to do their bit to help control the spread of bird flu

Bird and poultry keepers in Sunderland are being urged to do their bit to help control the spread of bird flu.

Local children's home achieves Outstanding Ofsted rating for the seventh time in a row

A children's home in Sunderland has once again been recognised as Outstanding by Ofsted following an inspection in February 2025.

Sunderland shines a light on its young achievers

Sunderland's most inspiring, driven and creative young people have been celebrated at an awards ceremony in the city.

Sunderland gets ready for a fun family fitness day

Paula Radcliffe's Families on Track relay event is returning to Silksworth on Sunday 13 April from 1pm.

Work begins on new play zone

Plans for new football and basketball facilities in Southwick to help tackle inequalities in access to sport are taking a step closer to being delivered.

Breastfeeding Friendly Sunderland

Sunderland venues are signing up to support breastfeeding mothers and their families through the Breastfeeding Friendly Sunderland Pledge.

Sunderland's VE Days 80th anniversary celebrations

Communities across Sunderland are coming together for a shared moment of celebration for VE Day's 80th anniversary.

Repairing Roker Pier

A 12 week programme of repairs for Sunderland's storm damaged Roker Pier is due to begin at the end of this month.

Fan zones, fireworks and flags - plans unveiled for Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 extravaganza

Plans to create a carnival atmosphere around this summer's opening match of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 in Sunderland have been unveiled by the City Council.

City gears up for another year of active events

Sunderland is looking forward to another year of BIG events, with opportunities throughout the year for people to get physically active at the same time as having fun.

Pool and gym solar switch-on

Heating for swimmers and gym users is now being boosted with solar panels.