James Doyle

The Victoria Viaduct carries the mothballed Leamside Line over the River Wear.

Council Security measures approved at viaduct after trespassers risk lives Chris Binding

Council Calls to protect fire service to ensure people in Sunderland are safe Nic Marko

Council Anger over lack of Government cash for firefighters pay rise Chris Binding

Politics Tributes paid after death of long-serving former councillor George Howe Kevin Clark

Council Row brewing over new 'bus gate' scheme in Sunderland city centre Chris Binding

People Student flats scheme approved for former home of Louis Cafe Chris Binding

Council Plans approved for apartments development in city centre Chris Binding

Council Plans approved for new affordable bungalow scheme Chris Binding

Council Care home plan approved for former social club site Chris Binding

Council Renovation plans approved for Sunderland's landmark Elephant Tea Rooms Chris Binding

News Crashes and near misses spark safety inquiry at Sunderland junction Fiona Thompson