CAMPAIGNERS wanting an elected mayor are handing out petition forms.
People in the Gateshead area are being asked to support a referendum on the issue of a directly-elected mayor. Five per cent of the electorate need to sign up to force a referendum.
If residents would like a form they should contact Kathy Tinnion on 0191-4411 120.
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