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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 Veterans & Elders Welcome Civic Head
19 June 2023
Cllr Victor Bridges, Civic Head of Ashington was delighted to visit Ashington Veterans and Elders Institute to present a cheque for £500.
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Perfect Day for the Miners Picnic
12 June 2023
Thank you to everyone who turned out for the Northumberland Miners Picnic on Saturday 10th June.
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Brass Band Funding Success
05 June 2023
The Civic Head was delighted to attend Jayness Newbiggin Brass Bands rehearsal last Thursday night to present a cheque for £500.
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Some fresh faces and returning roles for Ashington Town Council
17 May 2023
The Annual Meeting of the Council was held last night, and the Council elected members to specific roles.
Elected as follows: Business Chair - Cllr Mark Purvis. Vice Business Chair - Cllr Marjorie Chambers. Civic Head - Cllr Victor Bridges. Deputy Civic Head - Cllr Vicki Brown. Leader - Cllr John Tully. Deputy Leader - Cllr Louis Brown.
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Funding Success for Ashington Veterans and Elders Institute
16 March 2023
The Civic Head, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw visited Ashington Veterans and Elders Institute on Wednesday 15th March 2023.
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Winner of Ashington Christmas Window Display Competition
07 December 2022
As part of Ashington’s Christmas activities businesses on Station Road were invited to enter the first ever Christmas Window Display Competition.
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Ashington Community Litter Pickers Funding Success
21 November 2022
The Civic Head of Ashington, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw and some of the Community Litter Pickers braved the weather for a photo on Saturday 19th November 2022.
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Launch of Poppy Appeal
21 October 2022
The Ashington Branch of the Royal British Legion will launch their annual Poppy Appeal on Thursday 27th October 2022.
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Hirst Park Growing Zone Launch Bike Hub
14 June 2022
The Civic Head, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw attended the launch of the Hirst Park Growing Zone Bike Hub on Saturday 14th June 2022
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Armed Services Day & Falklands 40th Commemorative Service
12 June 2022
The event took place on Sunday 12th June 2022, in Ashington Memorial Garden. The Civic Head, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw laid a wreath on behalf of the town.
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