North Tyneside Council and its community safety partners are taking action to keep the borough safe in the lead-up to Bonfire Night.
With the clocks going back and darker evenings settling in, the Council is focused on minimising risks from illegal bonfires, fireworks, and anti-social behaviour.
Residents can help by staying alert and reporting anything suspicious or concerning.
Council teams will be patrolling our neighbourhoods on foot and in CCTV vans, removing debris, clearing litter, and trimming overgrown vegetation to discourage crime and anti-social behaviour. Environmental staff are removing materials that could be used for unauthorised bonfires and will conduct a sweep of the borough in partnership with Police and Fire Service colleagues.
Council staff and colleagues from the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service are visiting schools to educate children about the dangers of bonfires and firework safety.
And residents are reminded to bring their wheelie bins in after they’ve been emptied to help prevent fires.
For a safe and enjoyable Bonfire Night celebration, residents are encouraged to attend professional firework displays.
North Tyneside’s official display is on Sunday, November 3, at The Links, Whitley Bay, with fairground rides and refreshments starting at 6 pm and the display at 7 pm. Traffic will be busy, so please use public transport where possible. Other displays in North Tyneside include Tynemouth Cricket Club on Saturday, November 2, and at Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum and Blue Flames Sporting Club in Benton on Tuesday, November 5.
Tips for staying safe during darker nights:
- Use familiar, well-lit routes for walking or cycling
- Wear bright or reflective clothing at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your car, home, and on your person
To report anti-social behaviour:
- Call us on 0345 200 0101
- Call the police non-emergency hotline on 101 (always call 999 in an emergency)
- Fill out a report form here.
To report unauthorised bonfires:
- Call Envirolink on 0345 200 0103
- Call the police non-emergency hotline on 101 (always call 999 in an emergency)