New figures reveal that over 500 employees have left Gateshead Council within the space of a year.
Employee turner has been felt across several departments including children's social care, adult social care, corporate services, economy, housing, and public health. However, housing has seen the largest number of workers leaving totalling 325.
The figures show that 503 council workers left their roles between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023.