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InformationNow News 23 October 2026
23 October 2026
InformationNow News 6 November 2026
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Remembrance Sunday
10.30am Sunday 8 November 2026
Our annual Remembrance Sunday commemorations will begin when a military parade leaves the Civic Centre at 10.30am. Accompanied by the Band of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, they will make their way along Percy Street and Blackett Street to the War Memorial in Old Eldon Square.
The parade will then be joined by Lord Mayor of Newcastle, Cllr Henry Gallagher, civic representatives and local residents as people from across the city gather to pay their respects at a Service of Remembrance, led by Bishop of Newcastle, the Right Revd Dr Helen‑Ann Hartley.
Read more on InformationNow about Religious and cultural festivals
SPOTLIGHT ON
Physical activity for healthy aging
The UK Government has reaffirmed the importance of physical activity in helping people live healthier, more independent lives, following recommendations to embed exercise more firmly within NHS and social care services.
Read more on InformationNow about Benefits of being physically active
Amazon scam
Criminals are impersonating Amazon and contacting customers out of the blue claiming suspicious activity has occurred on their account.
The criminals claim that unauthorised items have been added to the victim’s Amazon basket. To make the fraud appear genuine, they provide delivery addresses that do not belong to the victim and claim that someone is attempting to purchase the items using the victim’s bank details.
If you’ve received a call that doesn’t feel right, STOP!
- Hang up.
- Check if it’s genuine: contact the organisation directly using contact details you know are correct, such as those on an official website or app, or by calling 159 if you need to contact your bank.
- Don’t trust the Caller ID display on your phone – it’s not proof of ID.
- Report it by sending a text to 7726 with the word ‘Call’ followed by the scam caller’s number.
Click here to read more about Amazon scams
Read more on InformationNow about Report Fraud
OPPORTUNITIES
National Apprenticeship Event
9.30 to 2pm Tuesday 17 November 2026
Newcastle Civic Centre
this flagship Northeast careers event welcomes visitors and exhibitors from across the region. If you’re looking for career guidance, apprenticeship information, higher education options, or training routes, this event is the perfect place to explore what’s next.
Read more on InformationNow about Newcastle Civic Centre
Friendship Group
1.30pm to 3pm, Mondays starting on the 2 November 2026
Search Newcastle have started a new friendship group. Join them for a coffee and a chat at The Blakelaw Centre.
Contact Search on 0191 2737443 for more information.
Read more on InformationNow about Search Newcastle
CONSULTATION AND ENGAGEMENT
Fixing a broken system
Restart are campaigning for repair-friendly policies in the UK and across the rest of Europe as well as trying to raise the profile of repair globally.
Read more on InformationNow about Restart
MenB Vaccination
The NHS is particularly keen to reach young people and increase the uptake of the MenB vaccine.
The MenB vaccine is given in 2 doses, which need to be at least 4 weeks apart. Book your 2nd dose after you’ve had your 1st dose.
Click here to book your MenB vaccination
Read more on InformationNow about Involvement Team – NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB
REPORTS AND RESOURCES
Job Club
10.30am Saturday 14 November 2026, Jesmond Library
Are you a school leaver or a graduate looking for work or an older person between jobs? Sessions are free – just turn up on the day!
At Job Club we will explore and share ideas and experiences on:
- Where to look for a job
- How to apply for a job
- Job interviews
- Preparation for the life of work
- Other resources and organisations that can help you
- Staying positive and using your time productively
Read more on InformationNow about Jesmond Library
Join Newcastle’s Community Advisory Panel
We’re inviting Newcastle residents aged 18+ to join HDRC Newcastle’s Community Advisory Panel and help shape priorities for future health and wellbeing research.
We’d like the panel to include people with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. No research experience is needed, and support is available to help people take part.
Panel members will be paid for attending meetings.
Expressions of Interest are open until 20 November 2026.
Find out more and express an interest by clicking here
Read more on InformationNow about Newcastle Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Winter Bird Walk
10am to 12pm, Thursday 3 December 2026, Gosforth Nature Reserve.
Join local birder Matthew Harrison for a guided walk around Gosforth Nature Reserve, in search of wintering birds.
Likely species for this walk include: Marsh tit, Kingfisher, Redwing, Bittern.
Read more on InformationNow about Gosforth Nature Reserve
Old Newcastle music with new Newcastle friends
1.15pm to 2pm, Tursday 12 November, Newcastle University
Music that would have been played in the drawing rooms and concert halls of Newcastle during the 18th and 19th centuries, including works by Handel, Corelli, Robert Lindley, Johann Ernst Gaillard, and William Shield.
Read more about the event here
Read more on InformationNow about Newcastle University
NEW AND UPDATED ON INFONOW
Updated organisation
Daisy Chain Autism and Neurodiversity
A needs-led service available to individuals living in Newcastle who are 18+.
Read more on InformationNow about Daisy Chain Autism and Neurodiversity
Updated organisation
KeyRing
KeyRing is a national charity providing services for people with a learning disability in many parts of the country.
Read more on InformationNow about KeyRing
Last updated: November 9, 2026
