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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.
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Environmental Enhancements
18 March 2025
Ashington Town Council believe by keeping Ashington blooming it makes the town an attractive place to live, work and visit.
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Ashington Town Council Supports The Evergreens Over 60s Club Grant for New Bingo Machine
18 March 2025
Civic Head, Councillor Caroline Ball, has proudly presented a grant cheque to the Evergreens Over 60s Club, a longstanding community group dedicated to enriching the lives of Ashington’s senior residents.
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Ashington Town Council Supports Blossoming Communities Six Week SPRING Into Action Wellbeing Programme
18 March 2025
Civic Head, Councillor Caroline Ball, has presented a grant cheque to Blossoming Communities, a Community Interest Company established in March 2021 to address increasing isolation and mental health challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Ashington Town Council Supports Butokokan Judo Club's Digital Advancement Initiative
18 March 2025
Civic Head, Councillor Caroline Ball was delighted to present a grant cheque to Butokokan Judo Club, aimed at enhancing the club’s digital capabilities.
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Ashington Town Council Supports Bomarsund Welfare Cricket Club's Initiative for New Changing Room Facilities
18 March 2025
Civic Head, Councillor Caroline Ball was proud to present a grant cheque to Bomarsund Welfare Cricket Club, aimed at enhancing the changing room facilities at Stakeford & Bomarsund Welfare in Stakeford.
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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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Youth Advisory Committee Launches Youth Survey: Have Your Say!
12 March 2025
Ashington Town Council’s Youth Advisory Committee is excited to announce the launch of our youth survey, designed to gather valuable insights from young people across Ashington.
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The Ashington Town Council Easter Trail Returns! - Sat 12/04/25 to Fri 25/04/25
12 March 2025
Families are once again invited to join in on the much loved Easter Trail!
Returning and brand new shops are holding the stickers to your success, leading you to your prize of a FREE Easter egg at the end of the trail!
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INQUORATE Finance & General Services Committee Meeting - 11/03/25
12 March 2025
INQUORATE (meeting not held) - 11th March 2025
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