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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 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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Northumberland Miners Picnic
11 June 2022
The Civic Head, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw attended Northumberland Miners Picnic on Saturday 11th June 2022.
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Girl Guides Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
05 June 2022
The Civic Head, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw attended a Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Fun Day organised by Ashington Division Girl Guides
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Girl Guides Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
05 June 2022
The Civic Head, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw attended a Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Fun Day organised by Ashington Division Girl Guides on Sunday 5th June 2022, which was held at Bothal Primary Upper School.
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New Civic Head's First Engagement
24 May 2022
The Ashington & District Male Voice Choir’s Annual Concert held at Holy Sepulchre Church had a marvellous audience of about 120
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Ashington Male Voice Choir Annual Concert 2022
21 May 2022
The Civic Head of Ashington, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw attended the Male Voice Choir’s Annual Concert on Saturday 21st May 2022.
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Ashington Male Voice Choir Annual Concert
30 November 2021
The Civic Head of Ashington, Cllr Bob Walkinshaw attended the Male Voice Choir’s Annual Concert.
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