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Ashington Town Council has approved its budget for 2026/27, delivering an ambitious programme of community services and improvements for a modest increase of just 21 pence per month for the majority of Band A households, and 32 pence per month for Band D properties.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the final round of its 2025-26 small grants programme,

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its second round of small grants,

We are pleased to announce that the external audit of our Annual Governance and Accountability Return for the year ending 31 March 2025 has been completed by Mazars LLP on 17th September 2025.

This short film, created by Luk-Luk Productions, features Wansbeck Wanderers Walking Football, a thriving local group that welcomes players from age 18 right through to over 80.

This short film, created by LukLuk Productions, was filmed during a Wellbeing Wednesday session at the Hirst Welfare Centre, run by Wansbeck Community Links.

Four local organisations receive funding to support vital community services

Ashington Town Council has launched its 2025–26 grant funding programme, with a total of £65,000 available to support the invaluable work of local community groups, sports clubs, and charitable organisations across the town.

As the Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) of Ashington Town Council, I am pleased to announce the conclusion of our financial year and the approval of our end-of-year finances at last night’s council meeting.

Our council has diligently adhered to the Accounts and Audit Regulations, ensuring that our financial affairs are properly administered and aligned with legal standards. This commitment to good governance, accountability, and transparency is fundamental to our mission of providing efficient and effective public services to the Ashington community.

Ashington Town Council representatives visited local community radio station Koast Radio yesterday to view their newly installed broadcasting desk, which was funded through the council’s Annual Grant Fund.