00:00Newcastle City Council has endorsed a plan aimed at making the city the North East's regional
00:06capital. The strategy focuses on economic growth, housing, youth services, tackling
00:11antisocial behaviour and support for small businesses. Council figures say Newcastle
00:16has been growing more slowly than cities, including Manchester and Liverpool. The plan
00:22was shaped by councillors from several parties and feedback from more than 10,000 residents
00:27and stakeholders. Cabinet members say stronger growth in Newcastle could benefit the wider region.
00:34The council has an ambition for 15,000 new homes by 2036, including council housing.
00:40Full council approval is required before the plan takes effect.
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