Gimson’s election diary: Corbyn and Brexit are still pushing Tynemouth voters towards the Tories

Recent opinion polls which show Labour doing better bear little relation to what is happening on the ground.

Battleground Seats 10) North East

Continuing our ConservativeHome series on the key contests in each region or nation.

Norfolk North and Penistone & Stocksbridge choose their candidates. Latest selection news.

Latest news from round the country.

Exclusive: First Conservative candidate shortlists revealed

Shortlists for Enfield North, Bishop Auckland, Darlington, York Central, Tynemouth, Hyndburn and Great Grimsby, and partial shortlists for Tatton and Chelmsford.