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A unique slice of Newcastle’s heritage has come under renewed threat from developers who want to convert a historic farm complex into a hotel and spa.

Villagers plagued by speeding traffic have been urged, during National Road Safety Week, to become ‘Community Speedwatch’ volunteers in an attempt to make their roads safer.

Speed warnings have been put in place to combat dangerous driving through Alsagers Bank - and into Halmer End, Scot Hay and Miles Green - after a three-year campaign by Paul.

Newcastle MP Paul Farrelly has launched a campaign to safeguard the future of 15 public telephone kiosks in the Borough, including some traditional red boxes widely regarded as design icons.