Local channel The Journal has reported that an investigation into health inequalities across Northumberland shows that life expectancy is much greater in prosperous rural areas.

Communities across England, Scotland and Wales are starting to benefit from the £50 million a year from the good causes money raised by local society lotteries through the new Health Lottery.

These five charities have been able to use the funding to extend their services to promote active and healthy lifestyles, increasing physical and mental wellbeing.