The Labour leader was in the North East town with three days to go
until the 2017 general election and he was greeted by a crowd of
thousands. Chants of "Corbyn, Corbyn" were heard throughout the rally
before and after his stump speech.
The Labour leader spoke ine the Sage Performance Square in Gateshead. (Photo: Getty Images Europe)1 of 13 Thousands of people watched Corbyn give a speech after local Labour candidates also addressed the crowds. (Photo: PA)2 of 13 Reports suggested thousands of people couldn't fit into the arena and had to find vantage points outside. (Photo: PA)3 of 13 The Labour leader spoke about his vision for Britain and his plans for government. (Photo: Getty Images Europe)4 of 13 Supporters chanted Mr Corbyn's name as he walked onto the stage. (Photo: PA)5 of 13 A woman holds up a Labour poster next to a military veteran on the front row. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)6 of 13 A homemade banner featuring some of the local lingo. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)7 of 13 A 'hope' sign that summed up the levels of optimism at the rally. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)8 of 13 People from all generations were visible in the crowds. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)9 of 13 Labour's poll ratings have improved dramatically in recent weeks and they were just one point behind the Conservatives in one survey at the weekend. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)10 of 13 A television van was parked in the middle of the crowds to broadcast Mr Corbyn's speech. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)11 of 13 The crowd shouted, cheered and sang songs as they waited for the Labour leader. (Photo: newcastle chronicle)12 of 13 A young girl was visibly happy with the atmosphere of the rally.
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