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Official page of Sunderland City Council with useful information, events and updates covering Sunderland, and the towns of Washington, Hetton and Houghton-le-Spring. If you see a Sunderland City Council or SunderlandUK account online, you can check its us. We’ll list our social media accounts on our website here www.sunderland.gov.uk
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We’d like you to be polite. We know that sometimes things don’t go to plan and you’ll want to flag things up with us. But do remember, we’re human and the person monitoring the social media account is only trying to help. So are other people who use social media. We’d like you not be anti-social. We won’t tolerate swearing, threats or abuse online just as we don’t offline, any posts or comments that a defamatory or slanderous against an individual or those that will cause offence. We won’t deal with your query on social media. We’ll direct you to other channels instead. We’d like you not to be personal. If you’ve a complaint to make we’ll look into it. We’ll point you towards our complaints page https://www.sunderland.gov.uk/complaints
We’d like you not to spam or advertise. Our social media channels aren’t the place for followers to advertise. Making the same points over and over - otherwise known as spamming - isn’t for our social media. You’ll be better off contacting us another way so we can look into the issue for you. We’d like you to not over-share. If you’ve got an issue we’ll happily look into it. But be careful not to post private information about yourself or others. Of course, most of the time social media works fine but on the rare occasion where you don’t stick to the house rules, we use profanity filters which automatically hide offensive posts or comments, and we reserve the right to delete offending content and block you from contacting us through that route. We also reserve the right to contact the police.

💗 WIN the Ultimate City of Love Experience for Two 💗 To celebrate Sunderland’s City of Love weekend, we’ve teamed up wit...
09/02/2026

💗 WIN the Ultimate City of Love Experience for Two 💗

To celebrate Sunderland’s City of Love weekend, we’ve teamed up with some brilliant local venues to create the ultimate prize bundle for two.

✨ Overnight stay
🥂 Champagne flights
🎳 Bowling or golf
🌹 Flowers
🎟️ Attractions and experiences across the city

Head to https://orlo.uk/4F3Pe for the full prize list and to enter!

Closes 14th February 3.30pm . Good luck!

🎶 STAGES Presents: The Future Is Yours 🎶A free music skills day led by Defected is coming to Sunderland.Join industry ex...
09/02/2026

🎶 STAGES Presents: The Future Is Yours 🎶
A free music skills day led by Defected is coming to Sunderland.

Join industry experts, DJs and producers for panels, workshops and masterclasses covering everything from DJing and production to how to get bookings and build a career in music.

📍 City Hall, Sunderland
📅 Saturday 28 February
🎟️ Free entry (booking required)

With speakers including Defected Records, HE.SHE.THEY Socially Sound, Hot Creations and Sunderland artists Sorley and Nath Brown.

👉 Book your free place now:
https://orlo.uk/yimxN

09/02/2026

The Elephant Rock at Roker is now open!

A new café and beach bar on the Roker Promenade from Vaux and George Clarke.

# ElephantRock

Volunteering is a great way to boost your CV and meet new people! 🤝Why not sign up as a friendly Tech Mate volunteer, to...
09/02/2026

Volunteering is a great way to boost your CV and meet new people! 🤝

Why not sign up as a friendly Tech Mate volunteer, to help people in Sunderland who can’t get online or find it hard to use the internet.

You don’t need to be a tech expert – just kind, patient, and willing to help. We’re looking for volunteers who are:
😊 Friendly
🗣 A good listener
⌨ Able to use a keyboard and the internet
🧑‍💻 Find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/DVjA8

09/02/2026

Apprenticeships with Sunderland City Council let you earn, learn and get real experience fast. Some of our apprentices have even worked on major projects like the Keel Crossing, gaining hands on experience from day one.

Want to explore where an apprenticeship could take you?

Meet our teams at the Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair this Friday from 10am to 4pm.

Sign up using the link in the comments.

Are you looking for a new job?We've got some great vacancies available, including:- Commercial Law Specialist- Digital I...
08/02/2026

Are you looking for a new job?

We've got some great vacancies available, including:

- Commercial Law Specialist
- Digital Inclusion Officer
- Hospitality Team Member

Find out about these jobs and other vacancies at https://orlo.uk/B5hR1

From Mackem phrases to his love of pink slice, Greg James is becoming an adopted Mackem!Watch the full video now:
08/02/2026

From Mackem phrases to his love of pink slice, Greg James is becoming an adopted Mackem!

Watch the full video now:

Is Greg James actually a Mackem? Today we put him through the official (and completely chaotic) Mackem Test to find out once and for all! From Sunderland sla...

Looking for a new career in 2026? Next week is National Apprenticeship week . Join us at our free Apprenticeship Recrui...
07/02/2026

Looking for a new career in 2026?

Next week is National Apprenticeship week . Join us at our free Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair at City Hall on Friday 13 February 2026. Discover entry‑level and degree‑level apprenticeships across Sunderland City Council.

Meet recruiting managers, get careers advice, and learn how to strengthen your applications and interview skills.

Opportunities are available across the council - including the Port of Sunderland, Highways, Social Care, Derwent Hill, plus roles with SCAS and TfC.

Current vacancies include:
Engineering (Port of Sunderland / Infrastructure & Transportation)
Development Control Compliance
Digital Inclusion
Paviour / Road Marker / Groundworker (Highways)
Public Health Intelligence
Outdoor Activity Instructor (Derwent Hill)
Social Worker (Degree Apprenticeship)
Adult Social Care Intelligence

You can also chat to current apprentices about their experiences

Find out more 👇

🥂 Champagne and Canapé Tastings and Horsebox Photobooth at Sheepfolds Stables Indulge in an elegant Valentine’s experien...
06/02/2026

🥂 Champagne and Canapé Tastings and Horsebox Photobooth at Sheepfolds Stables

Indulge in an elegant Valentine’s experience at The Sheepfolds.

Enjoy a curated Champagne and canapé tasting in a relaxed, stylish setting, with the added fun of the Horsebox Photobooth for a special keepsake moment.
📅 Saturday 14 February
🕚 11am to 3pm
🎟️ £90 per couple for tasting, booking required
📸 Photobooth free, drop in
👥 18+ for tasting
Head to https://orlo.uk/qzJ2w to find out more.

From dusk this evening Sunderland's landmarks will be lit up red in support of Red Sky Foundation 's annual Wear Red Day...
06/02/2026

From dusk this evening Sunderland's landmarks will be lit up red in support of Red Sky Foundation 's annual Wear Red Day.

Taking place every 6th February, Wear Red Day invites communities, schools, workplaces, and individuals to wear red to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease.

There’s loads of interesting new tech arriving in Sunderland. Here are all the ways you can stay in the loop with what’s...
06/02/2026

There’s loads of interesting new tech arriving in Sunderland. Here are all the ways you can stay in the loop with what’s happening:

📲 Want to get exclusive offers and live updates across the city? Download The Sunderland App
📩 Interested in getting local tech news? Sign up for our smart city newsletter
💻 Visit Sunderland’s smart city website – a treasure trove of opportunities, news and events
📣 Follow our official LinkedIn and X pages. Plus we’re on Facebook, but you already knew that, didn’t you?

Check it all out here: https://orlo.uk/8K65R

Given the current conditions, Roker Pier is CLOSED to the public (Friday 6 February).Conditions will continue to be moni...
06/02/2026

Given the current conditions, Roker Pier is CLOSED to the public (Friday 6 February).

Conditions will continue to be monitored, as necessary.

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News, events and information from Sunderland City Council. For all queries please go to our website www.sunderland.gov.uk

This page will be monitored during office hours. We will not tolerate any post that a defamatory or slanderous against an individual or those that will cause offence; including those which use profane language - such posts will be removed and the individual responsible may even blocked.