Lighting up buildings

We often receive requests to light up Newcastle Civic Centre, the Tyne Bridge and other council owned buildings.

To ensure that they are dealt with in a consistent and fair manner  we offer advice on the types of requests we will consider and how to make them.

Requests we will consider

Requests to light up a building should be to:

• raise awareness of charities directly supported by the council
• raise awareness of a charitable cause with a significant connection to the city
• mark events directly organised by us or those taking place at the Civic Centre
• mark events not directly organised by us but considered of major importance to the city
• reflect a major national or international event

Requests we will reject

Lighting up a landmark must not be used to advertise or promote products, other than when linked to the hosting of a major event and must not be used to promote a political party or campaign.

Make a request

If your request meets the guidance above you should:

• email our press office

Please make requests as early as possible, in advance of the when you would like the lighting to take place.