26 November 2025
Ashington Town Council has unanimously agreed to formally adopt the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Civility and Respect Pledge, demonstrating strong leadership on standards in public life.
The motion, proposed by Councillor Kerry Davison, was agreed in full at the council meeting, with members speaking openly about their commitment to creating a working environment free from bullying, harassment, and intimidation.
The council has committed to:
Formally adopting the NALC Civility and Respect Pledge Arranging comprehensive Civility & Respect training for all councillors Reviewing and strengthening existing policies on councillor conduct Publicising the commitment to residents and stakeholders
Ashington Town Council has responsibility for of all matters relating to the provision of bus shelters in the town.
The Town Council's Neighbourhood Services Officer regularly inspects the bus shelters in the town and carries out repairs and maintenance using Ashington based businesses where possible.
The Town Council has a programme of replacing ageing shelters which are beyond repair as well as providing shelters at new locations.
Requests for new or replacement shelters are being met in order of priority. Please note that presently it is taking longer than expected to replace glazed panels, but rest assured this is in hand.
To make a request for a new shelter, or to report damage to a shelter, please Contact Us.
26 November 2025
Ashington Town Council has unanimously agreed to formally adopt the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) Civility and Respect Pledge, demonstrating strong leadership on standards in public life.
The motion, proposed by Councillor Kerry Davison, was agreed in full at the council meeting, with members speaking openly about their commitment to creating a working environment free from bullying, harassment, and intimidation.
The council has committed to:
Formally adopting the NALC Civility and Respect Pledge Arranging comprehensive Civility & Respect training for all councillors Reviewing and strengthening existing policies on councillor conduct Publicising the commitment to residents and stakeholders
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