Prime Minister Rishi Sunak walks alongside Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen (right) and Redcar MP Jacob Young (left). PIC: Ian Forsyth/PA Wire

Tees Valley mayor: When the Teesside vote count will be announced
Ben Houchen, the controversial Tees Valley Mayor who has attracted unprecedented criticism for his use of public assets, will be hoping voters keep faith with his style in office. 

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    Engineering for the body is how Kim Fozzard describes her work. From a Freddie Mercury yellow military jacket to a replica 1940s wedding gown, if there is a special outfit or costume wanted, she can make it especially for you. She calls herself simply a “dressmaker and seamstress” but this fails to capture the ingenuity and skill she brings to her work.
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    Coun Paul Moore. Credit: Kirklees Council

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    Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch

    Rishi Sunak is safe even if local elections goes badly, cabinet minister says

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    'Neglected' children's seaside paddling pool to get 'well-needed' renovation

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    Arrest after councillor receives 'menacing' phone call

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