What does the EU referendum mean for the North East? Published on: 22 February 2016 The potential impact on the North East of an ‘in' or ‘out’ vote in the forthcoming EU referendum will be discussed at a special event this week. Expert analysis As Britain considers its future in Europe, the discussion aims to give voters in the North East impartial, expert analysis of the issues at stake. Areas to be covered at the event include the effects of EU membership on the economy and jobs, immigration, and European and national security. Political attitudes towards Europe and how these are shaping the referendum debate will also come under the spotlight. The free event has been organised by Â鶹´«Ã½, in partnership with the , and takes place on Thursday, 25 February at Â鶹´«Ã½ Civic Centre. Momentous decision , Professor of European Public Policy, Â鶹´«Ã½, said: “The UK’s current membership of the EU influences a wide range of areas, including trade, inward investment, employment law, agriculture, air quality standards – even mobile phone roaming charges. And many of these areas have a massive impact on the North East economy. “The country faces a momentous decision and we could be asked to vote as early as June whether to leave or remain in the European Union. If anyone is unsure of the potential implications of an in or out vote, I’d urge them to come along and put their questions to the panel of experts.” Speakers at the event include Robert Hull, who held a number of leading positions within the European Commission in Brussels for more than 30 years. He will be joined by Professor Michael Keating, University of Aberdeen, and Phil Daniels, Â鶹´«Ã½. The debate will be chaired by Jacqui Henderson CBE, Chair of Governors, Northumberland College. ‘The UK in Europe: In or Out?’ takes place Thursday, 25 February 5.30pm to 8.00pm in the Swan Parsons room, Â鶹´«Ã½ Civic Centre. The event is free, but registration is required for admission. Places can be booked online at Share: Latest News Volunteers help turn Whitley Bay beach into maths experiment Members of the public joined mathematicians from Â鶹´«Ã½ to create what organisers believe is the largest aperiodic tiling ever attempted on Whitley Bay beach. published on: 15 June 2026 Student leader drives misogyny law change A Â鶹´«Ã½ student leader has helped change the law after creating a petition to make misogyny a hate crime, which gathered over 114,000 signatures, prompting action in Parliament. published on: 12 June 2026 Freemen of Â鶹´«Ã½ see construction of new Castle Leazes The Freemen of Â鶹´«Ã½ and other key stakeholders have become an indelible part of new student accommodation at Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Castle Leazes. published on: 12 June 2026 Facts and figures
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