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At the Finance and General Services Committee meeting on the 8th July 2025, the Council has reported a very successful month with events, engagement and infrastructure updates.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to report on the positive impact of its upgraded CCTV surveillance system, which has shown encouraging progress in supporting crime prevention and community safety efforts since our new system was installed in April 2024.

The Council’s investment in Asset Watch’s advanced CCTV service is proving instrumental in supporting law enforcement and protecting residents across the town centre and play areas. The upgraded system represents a key priority for the Council in its commitment to providing a safe and pleasant environment for all residents.

Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce that Councillor Pauline Thompson, Civic Head of Ashington, had the chance to attend the remarkable “Watch This Space” performance at NCEA Duke’s Secondary School on Saturday 5 July.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to share several positive staff updates that reflect the ongoing development and dedication of its team.

Councillor Pauline Thompson, Civic Head of Ashington Town Council, visited Northumberland CVA on Wednesday to view the work of Northumberland County of Sanctuary and their latest art exhibition.

Ashington Town Council, Finance and General Services Committee Meeting is being held on Tuesday 8th July, starting at 6:00pm. The meeting is held in the Town Hall, Council Chamber, 65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX.

Following our announcement earlier in the year about the Ashington Community Woods Project Development Phase, we are pleased to confirm that the community consultation process is now underway. Groundwork North East & Cumbria will be present in Ashington Community Woods on Monday 30th June 2025, from 10am until 2pm to begin the vital work of gathering community input for this exciting enhancement project.

This initial consultation represents the first phase of the comprehensive community engagement process that will shape the future development of our cherished woodland space. We strongly encourage anyone who regularly uses the woods, along with all residents who have an interest in this valuable community asset, to come along and speak with Becky and James from Groundwork NE & Cumbria during their visit.

Ashington Town Council, Climate Change and Environment Committee Meeting is being held on Tuesday 24th June, starting at 6:00pm. The meeting is held in the Town Hall, Council Chamber, 65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX.

At last night’s meeting, Ashington Town Council’s Finance and General Services Committee re-elected Councillor Lynne Grimshaw as Chair and elected Councillor Louis Brown as Vice-Chair.

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.