Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne, often shortened to Newcastle, is a city in the county of Tyne and Wear in North East England. It is also a unitary authority with a population of around 259,000 (2001 census). However, the metropolitan boroughs of North Tyneside (population c.190,000), South Tyneside (population c. 150,000) and Gateshead (population c.200,000) are also part of Newcastle's conurbation. Newcastle is the main city in North East England, and around the 14th largest city in England. As such, it is one of England's core cities.

Gay Community

Focused on the Times Square area near the Centre for Life, the "Pink Triangle" hosts approximately 12–14 bars and pubs, and two clubs, Powerhouse and The Loft. The community has seen much expansion in the past five years, with further growth planned in the future. The development of the Pink Triangle was a planned development promoted by the Regional Development Agency.

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In 2001 Newcastle planned to host a Gay Pride festival (BBC Radio 1's 'Love Parade 2001') but this was cancelled at the last minute. Radio 1 had set Newcastle City Council a deadline to resolve outstanding issues required by the City's Police. The deadline expired, Newcastle's Labour Council failing to meet the conditions of the Entertainment Licence in time to stage a safe event. The Police had turned down revised plans from the City Council. In the end, the BBC instead put on a dance music event in nearby Whitley Bay.

Related Topics:
2001 - Gay Pride - Radio 1 - Labour - Whitley Bay

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