Local elections 2026
The Hartlepool Borough Council local elections took place on Thursday 7 May. Twelve seats - one in each ward - were up for election. The full list of results is as follows.
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Carlton Adventure strikes gold!
Carlton Adventure has retained a prestigious quality mark in recognition of its commitment to providing young people with high-quality, safe and enriching experiences.
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New stop smoking service launched for Hartlepool
Smokers in Hartlepool looking to quit can now get improved specialist support to help them stub it out for good.
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The search is on for this year’s Hartlepool beach lifeguards
Have you got what it takes to join Hartlepool’s lifeguards? Hartlepool Borough Council’s recruitment drive is underway for this year’s beach lifeguards, to cover the main beach at Seaton Carew.
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Council costs continue to rise as Council Budget is prepared for 2025/26
Councillors in Hartlepool have heard that the Council is facing a shortfall in funding of £16.5m ahead of setting the budget for the upcoming 2025/26 financial year.
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Hartlepool Restaurant Week returns
Hartlepool Restaurant Week returns next week and it's going to be bigger and better than ever!
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About our award-winning social work teams
Hartlepool Council wins national award and Ofsted praise for outstanding social work, with strong staff support, training, and positive feedback from service users.
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Wesley Chapel renovation forges ahead
The renovation of the historic Wesley Chapel in Hartlepool is about to enter an exciting new phase with the launch of the internal fit-out.
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Have you joined the Big Conversation?
Time is running out for people to take part in a major public consultation and engagement exercise run by Hartlepool Borough Council.
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Planning permission granted for major new road scheme
Planning permission has been granted for a new junction and road which will create a third main route in and out of Hartlepool from the A19 and allow traffic to bypass the village of Elwick.
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Second Hartlepool Enterprise Week set for launch
The second Hartlepool Enterprise Week will take place later this month with the aim of promoting and supporting self-employment.