Locals say they are shocked after waking up to find the giant digital advertising screen in place.

The dangerous pier is awaiting repairs having been damaged in Storm Babet in October 2023.

Proposed improvements include new goals, basketball hoops and a sports court with anti-slip paint.

Any smell from the kennels will be managed through pet air purifiers, planning chiefs say.

The first bleed kit, which contains tourniquets and gels, has been installed in Sunderland.

It will replace a building that is almost 80 years old, with more patients being able to be treated.

The removal of the buildings on the Sheepfolds Estate is part of a regeneration plan for the area.

North East Combined Authority's Henry Kippin is "optimistic" about the giant's Wearside operation.