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As we head into the final days before the holidays, we at Ashington Town Council want to extend our warmest wishes to everyone in our community. Though our office hours will be limited so our staff can enjoy time with their families, we remain committed to serving you in any way we can.

The Town Council office will close on 24th December at 2:00pm and reopen fully on Monday 6th January 2025, but we will be checking messages and emails throughout.

During this time of celebration, let us not forget those who may be facing hardship. The following services are available throughout the holiday period, with some closures on Bank Holidays and weekends. The links below show available hours.

Ashington residents are invited to attend the upcoming Finance and General Services Meeting on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 at the Town Hall (65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX) at 6:00pm.

Ashington residents are invited to attend the upcoming Finance and General Services Meeting on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 at the Town Hall (65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX) at 6:00pm.

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.

Ashington residents are invited to attend the upcoming Finance and General Services Meeting on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 at the Town Hall (65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX) at 6:00pm.

In a recent meeting held on 30th July, 2024, Ashington Town Council has announced changes to the leadership of its Climate Change and Environment Committee.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce the re-election of key leadership positions within the Finance and General Services Committee, as decided at the committee meeting held on 25th June 2024.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce that Gemma Hemsley has been successfully co-opted as a new Town Councillor for the College Ward. Cllr Hemsley signed her official declaration of acceptance of office this afternoon.

At the Ashington Town Council annual meeting last night, Tuesday 28th May 2024, Cllr Caroline Ball was elected as the new Civic Head, with Cllr Sophie Robinson elected Deputy Civic Head.

Ashington Town Council has published an Annual Report for 2023/24, detailing progress made across its core priorities of keeping the town clean, taking climate action, supporting the community, and improving the environment.

This annual report is a low-resolution in-house publication aimed at providing information to residents in a cost-effective manner, rather than a glossy promotional brochure. In line with public sector equality duty, the Council aims for accessible information. Residents requiring the report in alternate formats should contact the office.

For inquiries, please email admin@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk or call (01670) 624521. Public feedback is welcomed as the Council continues working to better the community.