13/07/2011 Look North (North East and Cumbria)

Hello, welcome to Look North. Coming up in the programme.

The Keswick school bus inquest - no evidence to show why car driver

Patrick Short was on the wrong side of the road.

Barred from the USA. Newcastle United's Joey Barton is refused

entry, but we can reveal he's just been there.

Also tonight, is it Teesside's airport or Durham's? An MP calls

for a name change. And be ready for some Dirty Dancing.

One of the most successful musicals in West End history is heading

north. In sport, find out which of

Sunderland's new signings are hoping to make their debut tonight.

And after battling health problems, can swimmer Jo Jackson make an

Chilling accounts from teenagers were read to an inquest into the

Cumbria school bus crash today. One from a 14 year old schoolgirl, who

lay trapped and injured, told how those trying to help her implored

her not to die. Two pupils, Keiran Goulding and Chloe Walker, from

Keswick School and 68-year-old motorist Patrick Short, were killed

in the accident in May of last year. Day two of the inquest heard again

this afternoon that it was still not clear why a car driven by Mr

Short was on the wrong side of the road. Our reporter Alison Freeman

joins us now. Alison, all the evidence has now been heard, so the

cause still remains a mystery? Yes, we heard from the crash scene

investigator today... I am sorry, we have lost that link.

But here is a report from the inquest.

Just moments before the crash, students had been handing out

sweets to one another, chatting and listening to music. And in

statements read to the court, the pupils described hearing an

enormous bang as the bus crashed head on with the car. It rolled and

hit a tree, sending pupils into the air and some out of the bus. One

child became trapped in the bus. The pupil recalled... It kept

occurring to me that I was still alive. People said to me don't die,

don't die. Later freed, the child lost the use

of the shoulder they were pinned down by.

The inquest heard how 15-year-old Kieran Goulding and 16-year-old

Chloe Walker were thrown through the window and crushed under the

bus. They died instantly. The crash scene investigator PC Ian Hanson

said Keiran and Chloe were not wearing seatbelts, but neither were

another 31 of the total 38 pupils on board. He added though that

because Chloe was kneeling on the seat and Keiran possibly standing

in the aisle, they were not able to restrain themselves. The first

officer to get to the bus described how she was met with a chaotic

scene, with shoes, bags, coats and debris strewn around. PC Catherine

Mullarky could see the trapped bodies of Keiran and Chloe but got

no response from them. The officer in charge on the day described it

as the most difficult and complex accident he has dealt with in 20

years in the police force. But more than a year later, it seems no

medical evidence can reveal exactly why Patrick Short drove on the

wrong side of the road that day. Police are still investigating the

unexplained deaths of a man and woman in County Durham after post

mortem examinations proved inconclusive.

The bodies of 51-year-old James McAndrew and 36-year-old Helen Swan

were found inside a house on John Street in Black Hill at Consett on

Monday. The police are now awaiting the results of toxicology tests

which are likely to take several weeks.

And the Independent Police Complaints Commission is

investigating the role of Durham Police in events leading to the

murder of a mother of four in County Durham. 51-year-old Susan

Forster was found with serious injuries at her home in Coundon

near Bishop Auckland last May. Her husband Charles was charged with

her murder. Durham Police had had contact with Susan Forster on four

occasions before her death because of concerns for her welfare.

Not exactly the news the club wanted, and the season hasn't even

started. But Newcastle United have been told two of their players will

not be allowed to visit the United States to take part in a pre-season

tour. Joey Barton and Nile Ranger had both been in trouble with the

law in the past, which has led to the US Embassy refusing them visas.

But Barton's case is curious because he was allowed into the

United States just a few short weeks ago. Our Chief Reporter Chris

Stewart has the story. Joey Barton at what he likes to be known for,

but he is also known for other things. Such as this. Being caught

on CCTV carrying out an assault which led to a prison sentence. The

US government will not let the men, except they already dead. Look at

that Twitter feed of his team-mate Danny Simpson. This is Danny

Simpson shopping in Los Angeles. And here he is on the left with a

Joey Barton. It seems a bit odd you might think. The club did not have

anything to say about this this afternoon but did put out a

statement on behalf of the player in which he says all he can do is

try to improve as a person. He added to that on his Twitter

account, accusing the US Government of hypocrisy. The US embassy would

not comment on the case this after them, but the rules are different

for those working in the US and for those simply visiting. While a

recent conviction would normally keep you out, the rules can be

flexible. The players will still go on tour, but with the reserves to

A retired couple from Washington in Tyne and Wear are celebrating after

scooping nearly �2.5 million in Saturday's National Lottery. 71-

year-old Fred and Doreen Smith arrived home late and did not

immediately realise they had won. They've been giving Chris Storey

their thoughts on success and Skegness.

This is Fred and Doreen Smith. She prefers Doreen to Elizabeth,

whatever the cheque says. And they didn't win the �161 million

Euromillions rollover at the weekend. So they'll just have to

make do with the 2.5 million they did win on the National Lottery.

Home late from their grandson's wedding on Saturday night, and

looking forward to Doreen's birthday on Sunday, he decided to

check his numbers with his son, who got Doreen out of bed. He said,

come downstairs! We have won the lottery!. At that we had won �10.

They have been married for over 50 years, and have four children they

say they'll set up for life. And they will then buy a bungalow to

ease Doreen's hip problems. And what else?

We are thinking about getting a holiday home in Benidorm. It was a

toss-up between that and a caravan in Skegness. We were not sure what

to do, but we decided on Benidorm. It is a bit warmer. I know too many

people in Skegness. Fred and Doreen are off to their holidays in Spain.

If this is to is what is like to them two review, imagine how those

Euro lottery winners must feel. Looks like they are enjoying it.

It was a decision that was hoped would represent a new exciting era

for the airport. But the renaming of Teesside to Durham Tees Valley

Airport in 2004 was always controversial and not without its

critics. Now one of the area's MPs is leading a campaign to have the

original name reinstated and he says he has the public's support.

Stuart Whincup reports. It was a name that was supposed to

bring with it international recognition. It didn't. For many,

it brought criticism and ridicule. A made-up place name and a valley

that doesn't exist. Now one MP is leading a campaign to reinstate the

original name - Teesside Airport. People colitic Teesside Airport,

the Durham Tees Valley branch has never taken off. Many of the

roadside signs say Teesside. And there's been no shortage of

alternative suggestions capitalising on some of the area's

biggest name. From the greatest traveller of them all, one

possibility is Captain Cook Airport. Others favour more recent names,

like sporting hero Brian Clough. Or it could be be named after

Middlesbrough's best known comedian - Chubby Brown International. One

thing is certain - people don't like its current name.'s I think

they could call it something more sensible, after somebody famous.

is on Teesside, so that is what it should be. A I would prefer it to

go back to their original name, Teesside Airport. It is Teesside.

The name was originally changed from Teesside after pressure from

flight operator BMI Baby. But it pulled out of the airport some

years ago. Managers here say they are open to a change, but the new

name would have to be relevant to the area it covers. And deliver

real benefits in terms of increased business.

The head of Northumbria Police has agreed to review the way the force

handled a case involving a judge and her pet dogs. Judge Beatrice

Bolton was arrested after claims her German Shepherd attacked and

bit a passer-by near her home in Rothbury in Northumberland. Both

her dogs have been seized. The force is looking into concerns

about the way the case was investigated.

An electricity company says it will reimburse residents after a power

surge caused thousands of pounds worth of damage to household goods

in the North Tyne valley. As we reported in Look North last

week, the surge caused havoc for people who live in the Kielder area,

damaging more than 250 appliances including boilers and washing

machines. Energy firm NEDL has not accepted responsibility, but says

it will reimburse residents anyway. Accommodation for 1000 it matter

Umbria students are to be built in Gateshead. It is part of a �150

million development scheme for the town centre and is being described

as one of the biggest regeneration schemes in the UK. Other plans for

the development include cafes, bars, restaurants and a possible hotel.

It's their second visit to the Great Yorkshire Show in five years

and the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall seemed to enjoy it just

as much second time round. They stayed longer than planned and

shook hundreds of hands, as Cathy Killick reports.

The visit began with a little girl and some roses. One for him, and a

bunch for her. It was a calm start to what became a whirlwind. The

crowds gathered everywhere the couples went. More flowers,

buttonholes that found their way into the Royal lapels. It was a

delight to meet them. Could not have been better. In the food all,

plenty of delicious samples were on hand, but it was plied that took

the Prince's fancy. It was a nice surprise. He was interested in the

game pie. The taste of that. Blackout in the sunshine, and

getting from A to B became a walkabout. The Duchess surprised

that three teenage girls who told me she had very soft hands. Dg Lord

Laird was? Yes. What did she say to you? Shears me what the favourite

part of the day was and I said the horses. -- she asked me. And she

had soft hands? Yes. The Royal couple care deeply about rural life.

The launch a fund last year to raise money for rural projects.

There are few things as magical as the deals. And the villagers that

for such an important part of them. But I know that life is hard into

many places, very hard for the farmers who live and work in these

places. The show is a time for farmers to forget the hard times

and celebrate their successes. They left a 45 minutes late, leaving

smiles in their wake. Coming up next, the apprentices who

don't need any help from Sir Alan Sugar. And how hip hop has provided

an escape from the dole for these Now, despite the efforts of Sir

Alan Sugar, you might normally think of apprentices in terms of

industrial or construction work. But the North York Moors has just

been named as one of the country's top apprenticeship providers. And

it's planning to recruit more over this summer. Michelle Lyons reports.

It is a far cry from those city slickers in London. Being an

apprentice on the North York Moors has a much more tranquil air about

it. The only thing that gets fired here are the guns. With university

fees on the increase and job opportunities at a low, these

people have opted to learn on the job. And who can blame them with

views like this? It is lovely and peaceful. It is nice to be out here.

The city is too hectic. National Park has been recognised

in the list of the top 100 apprenticeship schemes in the

country. Just a few young people are taken on each year. We get to

do some work that we never would do normally, with things tightening up.

We get to pass our skills on. They get to know the ethos of the

National Park. Dry-stone walling is just one trade being taught. The

apprentices learn many more practical skills. Advanced first

aid, tree-felling, pesticide spray. And unlike the popular BBC One show,

these apprentices are all confident they will be hired after their

training ends. Do not miss it, it is on tonight.

Now, the second of our films produced by Look North's Step Up

trainee reporters. 11 of them, from all walks of life, and from all

over the north, joined us recently here at the BBC to have a go at

news broadcasting. In this report, they investigate just one of the

new and creative ways people have found to make a living in these

difficult economic times. Jessica Waugh has the story. Despite being

relatively hidden, the north-east hip-hop scene is fully thriving.

And some, such as this Geordie rapper, have even managed to hip-

hop their way off the dole. I collaborate with the local

community. I work as a community musician to deliver workshops,

encouraging people to see another side of hip-hop culture. There are

lots of ways you can make a career of being a DJ. It has opened up a

network of opportunities for me and for other people in the community.

I am a time traveller. I am a hip- hop MC from Newcastle. I make my

living out of break dancing. And I am a DJ in Newcastle. I recently

performed at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend. They might be making a

living out of hip-hop, but others are not finding it so easy. Please

give us some money, because I am brogue, I want to get off the dole.

But they remain optimistic. reckon we will be able to rap our

way off the dole. We are going to put a lot more work in over the

next few years. It is definitely going to work. I think it is good.

They are OK but I am probably old- fashioned - I don't like hip-hop.

didn't see why they cannot do it. They should get in touch with Simon

Cowell. Help us get off the dole! Shall we try to do some ramp? No,

let's not. Football is back.

Newcastle don't get their pre- season campaign underway until

Friday at Darlington, but Sunderland start tonight. They

travel to York City for a friendly. Craig Gardner is the only one of

the club's new signings to be named in the squad. It means new keeper

Keiren Westwood will have to wait to make his debut, and he credits

his former club Carlisle United with giving him a chance to make it

in the Premier League. He'd been tracked by Sunderland for

well over a season, and now Keiran Westwood is making himself at home

on Wearside. A free transfer from Coventry, the 26-year-old has

worked his way up from the Conference to the Premier League,

and it's been a long journey. have worked quite hard to get her I

am. I was at man City Athan of his 19. It is a key committee that did

not need. I have a hunger and desire to do better.

The Republic of Ireland international contemplated joining

the police force before the Cumbrians came calling in 2004. Now

he'll go head to head with Simon Mingolet for the chance to wear the

number one shirt at Sunderland, with Craig Gordon currently working

his way back from knee surgery. They have three goalkeepers or

capable of playing, and this team is no different. I will battle for

the shirt and hopefully, come out on top.

Westwood is just one of nine signings made by Steve Bruce over

the summer, but only Craig Gardner will be given a run out against

York City tonight. The midfielder was Birmingham's top scorer last

season and it is likely he'll fill the void left from Jordan

Henderson's big money move to Liverpool. Money which, one former

Black Cat says, has been well spent. I think he has invested the money

very well. Some quality players being Broughton. -- are being

brought them. It is great for any manager to a track that calibre of

player to the North East. Great Britain swimmer Jo Jackson is

hoping to make her mark at this weekend's World Championships in

Shanghai. The 24-year-old from Northallerton claimed two silvers

and a bronze at the competition two years ago in Rome. But ill health

and asthma has blighted her form for the past 18 months and Jackson

says she just pleased to have qualified.

End-March, I did not think I was going to make it, and I was really

down about that. Things are improving and I have got to take

each step at a time. It is a massive upset forward for be to

make the individual at the world's pity. I am getting there slowly.

Cricket now and Yorkshire are closing in on victory in their

County Championship match against Making hard work to -- of that.

It was one of the highest grossing films of the '80s and spawned a

generation of copycat dancers in less erotic settings! And now fans

of Dirty Dancing are being offered the time of their lives on Wearside.

One of the most successful musicals in West End history is coming to

the Sunderland Empire for its first ever national tour. And it seems

that the north east is snapping up tickets faster than any other

region. Here's our entertainment reporter Sharuna Sagar.

There are very few shows you go to over the audience knows every word

of the songs and the script. Baby goes to the ball and get sick

Johnnie through dancing. Well, dirty dancing. But it worked

for Baby and for the worldwide audience. Nobody puts baby in the

corner. Do you ever recreate that jump with your husband? I am too

heavy. Ah yes, another slinky hipped man

filling a Swayze shaped hole and giving fans an eyeful of what is in

Every one of the 120 scenes from the film is recreated in the

musical. You get the water melon, you get the left, you get the baby

in the corner. And it is alive experience. The anticipation is an

almost. And it is an almost hear in Sunderland. It is extraordinary how

many tickets we have already sold. With the production coming to

Sunderland in 20th September 12, that gives me 14 months to get my

There was something missing their, We have some beautiful pictures to

show you of the great British a weather Show. It will be on BBC One

at half-past seven. They will be in Cumbria to investigate sayings

about the weather. We have got some great weather pictures for you as

well. Let's have a little look at Have a look at this little fellow

More weather tomorrow for are sworn to enjoy. Warm up with sunny spells.

It looks like the best day of the week so far. After dark, it was

stay clear, Starace dials and quite chilly underneath the clear skies.

Temperatures dipping into single figures for many places. -- starry

skies. Loads of sunshine tomorrow. Quite light winds. Fine and dry for

Yorkshire and the chocolate. As we tour West words, it will also be

warm and dry with lots of sunshine. It will be a little bit cooler on

the North East coast. Temperatures no higher than 17 Celsius. Over the

next few days, that high pressure moves away. Low-pressure moving in.

The isobars looking close at the weekend. That means strong whims.

It will turn wet and breezy on Friday, potentially thundery on

Saturday and another wet day on Sunday. A pretty disappointing July

weekend to come. Very similar in the North East as well. Wet on

Friday, sunshine and heavy showers on Saturday and more wet-weather on

Sunday. The gardens and the farms are getting a real drenching. We

mentioned are the great British weather Show, that is starting in

just over half -- just over 30 minutes on BBC One. Followed your

watching, checkout the website, because they would love you to

share your weather pictures and The hacking scandal forces Rupert

Murdoch to drop his bid to take full control of BSkyB. And on the