In a vibrant showcase of community services, two Youth Services Roadshows were held at Northumberland colleges this week,

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce that our Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) for the financial year 2023/24 has been completed. This vital process ensures that our financial practices are transparent and meet the highest standards of accountability.

What is AGAR? As a public body, the Council is required by law to manage its finances responsibly and to ensure that public money is safeguarded, properly accounted for, and used efficiently. The AGAR is a yearly requirement, as part of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014, which allows members of the public to inspect the Council’s financial records during a designated period.

If you would like to review the Council’s accounting statements or have any questions about our financial operations, the AGAR and other relevant documents are available upon request and on the financial pages of our website.

Northumberland County of Sanctuary (NCOS) brought the community together for a day of celebration and cultural exchange at their recent International Day event.

YMCA Northumberland’s Young Pioneer Programme is offering funded places for in-person training courses in late September and October 2024. These courses will take place at YMCA Northumberland, North View, Ashington, NE63 9XQ.

A brand new pilot scheme is launching in Northumberland to support and empower young people on their employability journey.

Northumberland County Council has initiated a 12-week public consultation period for its Draft Rights of Way Improvement Plan. The Council is seeking input from residents, stakeholders, and interested parties until October 18, 2024.

On 29th July, the Chancellor announced changes to the Winter Fuel Payment (WFP). This annual one-off payment was introduced in 1997 to help pensioners cover heating costs during winter, providing up to £300 depending on your age and living situation.

Open Doors  We’re here to support you on a positive employment journey.

Today, I had the pleasure of attending the Opportunities Fair at Ashington Hirst Welfare.

Ashington residents are invited to attend the upcoming Full Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at the Town Hall (65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX) at 6:00pm.