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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 Camera Club Receives Funding Boost from Town Council
26 July 2024
Ashington Camera Club has been awarded a grant from Ashington Town Council’s small grant fund.
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Ashington Town Council Supports Local Scout Group with Grant
24 July 2024
Ashington Town Council has recently shown its support for the community’s youth by awarding a grant to the 1st Hirst Scout Group.
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Ashington Community Fair Day 2024 Celebrates Success Despite Rain
17 July 2024
The town of Ashington came alive on Sunday 7th July, as residents and visitors alike gathered for the annual Ashington Community Fair Day.
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Ashington Commemorates Armed Forces Day 2024
01 July 2024
Ashington marked Armed Forces Day 2024 with a heartfelt tribute, honouring the brave men and women who serve in the British Armed Forces.
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Reviving Traditions: Northumberland Miners' Picnic 2024 Shines Bright
10 June 2024
This past Saturday, the heart of Northumberland beat with pride and joy as the annual Miners’ Picnic made a triumphant return to Woodhorn Museum.
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New Civic Head and Deputy for Ashington Town Council
29 May 2024
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.
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Northumberland Miners' Picnic Returns with Nostalgic Flair on 8th June
21 May 2024
Mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Northumberland Miners’ Picnic is making a grand comeback at the Woodhorn Museum on Saturday, 8th June, 2024.
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Civic Head Attends Ashington Male Voice Choir Concert
20 May 2024
The Ashington Male Voice Choir held their annual concert this past Saturday, May 18th at the Holy Sepulchre Church. The prestigious event was attended by the Civic Head of Ashington, Cllr Victor Bridges.
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ST GEORGE’S SAINTLY WINDOWS
22 April 2024
As St George’s day has come and gone, and the St George’s day parade was a huge success with hundreds turning up on Ashington main street, we have had some of the local shops decorate their windows in celebration for the patron saint of England.
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Royal Regiment of Fusiliers to march through Ashington for St George’s Day Parade
11 April 2024
5 FUSILIERS will celebrate St George’s Day 2024 whilst also exercising their freedom of Northumberland with a special church service and parade through the streets of Ashington on Saturday 20th April 2024.
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