North Shields roadworks: Howard Street (now, until 12 Apr) and every other traffic order within 3 km, checked each morning with the council's notice linked.
North Shields roadworks: 9 temporary traffic orders in force or coming up within 3 km of North Shields, 1 on the roads now, 4 starting later and 4 with no works date in the notice. Each one links the council's notice. Checked 2 November 2026; refreshed every morning.
- Howard Street, North Shields (between Saville Street and Northumberland Square) Now, until 12 Apr
North Tyneside Council has introduced an experimental 'No Waiting at any Time' order effective from 20 October 2026 for up to 18 months. Initially, double yellow lines will be installed on the east side (47 metres) and west side (40 metres) of Howard Street from the Saville Street junction. The Council will monitor the impact and reserves the right to extend these restrictions along the full length of the street if necessary. Notice of 13 Oct - Appleby Street Lane, North Shields From 15 Nov
Road closure for telephone mast works on 15 November 2026 for 1 day. Alternative route via Lawson Street, Burdon Main Row, and Appleby Street. Notice of 30 Oct - Donkin Terrace Lane, North Shields From 10 Nov
Road closure for electrical service replacement for up to 8 days starting 10 November 2026. Alternative route via Park Terrace and Donkin Terrace. Notice of 30 Oct - Stanley Street (Borough Road North to outside number 8), North Shields From 16 Nov
Road closure for tarmac patching for up to 6 days starting 16 November 2026. Resident access via Rudyerd Street. Notice of 30 Oct - Town Hall & Civic Offices, Westoe Road, South Shields From 9 Nov
South Tyneside Council has proposed an increase in fees for hackney carriage and private hire vehicle licences, effective from 9th November 2026 if no objections are received. The public may inspect the fee schedule and lodge written objections to the Licensing Section or via email to licensing@southtyneside.gov.uk within 28 days of the notice. The proposed changes include adjustments to annual and 6-month vehicle licences, private hire operator fees (for both 1-year and 5-year, new and renewal applications), and various administrative costs including licence plates and vehicle motifs. Notice of 9 Oct - Norham Road, North Shields Notice of 30 Oct
Temporary closure of Eastbound exit/Westbound entry slip roads on 09/11/2026 and Westbound exit/Eastbound entry slip roads on 10/11/2026 for tree cutting and verge maintenance. Working hours are 20:00 - 06:00. Notice of 30 Oct - Coast Road Slip Road (Norham Road), North Shields Notice of 23 Oct
Temporary traffic closure for tree cutting and verge maintenance. Eastbound exit and Westbound entry slips close on 09/11/2026; Westbound exit and Eastbound entry slips close on 10/11/2026. Works occur from 20:00 to 06:00. Notice of 23 Oct - 68 - 72 Howard Street, North Shields Notice of 15 Oct
Change of use from 3 commercial properties to 3 residential properties (four bedrooms each). Includes internal layout changes, demolition of rear extensions, and alterations to rear elevations. The site is located within a Conservation Area. Notice of 15 Oct - Land At Former Smiths Dock, Duke Street, North Shields Notice of 15 Oct
Major development application for the infilling of former Bullring Docks 4 and 6, including the construction of 43 residential dwellings with associated open space, parking, and access. Notice of 15 Oct
Before you set off
- Our Whitley Bay roadworks and travel page: the main road and rail changes across the area this week.
- National Highways live traffic for motorways and A-roads.
- The North Shields weather forecast for the week ahead.
Entries are the council's temporary traffic regulation orders as published on the Public Notice Portal, within 3 km of North Shields (55.016, -1.449). Dates come from the notices; works can start late or finish early, so check the notice before a journey that depends on it.
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