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The role of the Civic Head
- The Council shall appoint a Civic Head and Deputy Civic Head by resolution of the Council at the Annual Meeting in May.
- The Council shall delegate to this role attendance at civic and ceremonial functions that require a civic presence. This includes events in the community, such as openings and fundraising events organised by voluntary and charitable organisations, and other events determined by the Council.
- While delegating to this role, the Council and its officers shall have due regard that the role is not governed by the legislation and civic protocol applicable to that of Town Mayor.
- In the absence of the Civic Head, the Deputy Civic Head will undertake those matters delegated in accordance with this Standing Order.
Ashington Town Council Supports Newbiggin Football Club with Grant for Volunteer Training and Pitch Maintenance
18 March 2025
Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce that Civic Head, Councillor Caroline Ball, has presented a grant to Newbiggin Football Club.
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CIVIC HEAD VISITS ESCAPE FAMILY SUPPORT TO SEE IMPACT OF TOWN COUNCIL GRANT
18 March 2025
Civic Head Councillor Caroline Ball recently visited ESCAPE Family Support to witness firsthand how the organisation has used the £3,000 grant awarded by Ashington Town Council earlier this financial year.
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Ashington Town Council Awards Vital Funding for Equipment to Community Woodlands Parkrun
10 March 2025
Ashington Town Council has awarded a small grant of £500 to the Ashington Community Woodlands Parkrun, helping the popular weekly fitness event enhance its safety measures and improve the experience for participants and volunteers alike.
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Ashington Civic Head Presents Grant to Local Gymnastics Club
21 February 2025
Ashington Town Council is delighted to share that Civic Head, Councillor Caroline Ball, recently visited Wansbeck Gymnastics and Trampolining Club to present a grant cheque that will fund essential new training equipment.
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SUCCESSFUL DAY OF ACTION IN THE HIRST AREA
20 December 2024
A fantastic community effort yesterday resulted in an incredible 38 bags of litter collected!
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ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL AWARDS £5,000 GRANT TO HIRST WELFARE CENTRE
19 December 2024
Ashington Town Council has awarded a significant grant of £5,000 to the Hirst Welfare Centre as part of its annual grant funding programme. The money was awarded in much earlier in the year and the spending is starting to show now with improvements in the Centre.
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Local Designer Creates Magical Christmas-Wedding Fusion Display, Wins Top Window Honour from Ashington Town Council
19 December 2024
It’s that time of year again in Ashington when local shops and traders decorate their front windows with a Christmas theme around Ashington High Street to celebrate the holiday season.
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Northumberland County of Sanctuary Hosts Vibrant International Day
24 September 2024
Northumberland County of Sanctuary (NCOS) brought the community together for a day of celebration and cultural exchange at their recent International Day event.
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Ashington Town Council Boosts Local Running Club with Grant
05 August 2024
Cllr Caroline Ball, Civic Head of Ashington, recently presented a cheque to Ashington Hirst Running Club as part of the Town Council’s annual grant award program.
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Ashington Family Fun Day and Walking Football Festival Scores Big with Community
05 August 2024
Ashington’s Hirst Welfare Centre buzzed with excitement last Saturday as the Family Fun Day and Walking Football Festival drew crowds of local residents and visitors.
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