James Matthewson on 'Northern Independence'
I consider myself to be incredibly lucky to have been born, raised and to live in an area that has so much rich history, heritage and complex cultural identity. Having worked in politics and with people from every corner of the UK, whenever asked where I’m from I would proudly explain that I’m from a place north of Newcastle upon Tyne and south of the Scottish border. I would often be met with puzzled looks or confused expressions from people who up until now, had believed that anything north of
