Welcome to the January 2023 edition of the Northumberland Line newsletter.

Many of you already know Sharon Parmley, and look to her for advice and guidance on Council events and the wider community.

The Council is delighted to confirm Sharon’s new role as Communication and Engagement Officer, which she will take up in earnest when we have recruited further administrative support, but she is still about now, so please get in touch and watch the short video.

For the second year running Ashington Town Council has set the precept at a level that will result in no increase to their residents, recognising the very real struggle that people are faced with financially. Going back further the Council has never increased the Precept more than 2% and prides itself on being financially prudent.

Join the Northern Estuary Rangers at Wansbeck Riverside Park for some tree and wildfllower planting this February.

The closing date to apply for up to £500 is Friday 27th January 2023.

Northumberland County Council’s Environmental Enforcement Team, have been out and about in the Hirst and Central areas of Ashington, working alongside

Unfortunately, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) confirmed yesterday that Ashington was unsuccessful with the Levelling Up Fund Round 2 submission

Castle School, part of Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust (NCEAT), has achieved ‘Good’ in its Ofsted report

Are you looking to expand the digital capabilities of your business? Would you like a professionally developed website?