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Civic Head
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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Unite for Men's Health this Movember
01 November 2023
Movember is our time to unite. To take on mental health, suicide, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. And you coming along for the ride only makes us stronger.
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Over 9,000 Go Secondhand for a Sustainable September
31 October 2023
Wow, what an incredible month! Oxfam have been looking back on all that was accomplished together during Second Hand September, and it’s truly inspiring.
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Local Organisations Receive Vital Grant Funding
30 October 2023
Last week, the Civic Head of Ashington Town Council had the honour of presenting grant fund checks to several deserving community groups and organisations
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Celebrating Identity, Embracing Possibility
26 October 2023
Flux is a positive and empowering film, grounded in the reality of life of young people exploring their identity and making decisions about their future.
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Extension of Public Spaces Protection Order in Northumberland County
23 October 2023
Northumberland County Council has announced the extension of the Northumberland County Council (Consumption of Alcohol) Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for a further 3 years. The PSPO aims to prevent alcohol-related anti-social behaviour in public spaces.
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October Half Term Activities Across Northumberland
23 October 2023
It’s October Half Term next week already! if you are looking for some fun activities for over the holiday break see below for just some activities and events happening across the area.
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Tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton
21 October 2023
Ashington Town Council wish to express our deepest gratitude and admiration for Sir Bobby Charlton, and condolences to his family following today’s announcement of his death. As one of Ashington’s most famous sons, Sir Bobby brought great pride and inspiration to our community through his outstanding football career.
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Community Health Champion
20 October 2023
I have recently completed the Community Health Champion training course, which is part of the Public Health Team’s provision of specialist health improvement support and training to local organisations and individuals
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Civic Head Supports Hate Crime Week
20 October 2023
The Civic Head visited Hirst Welfare on Wednesday the 18th October, where Northumbria Police held a Hate Crime Open Day, in support of Hate Crime Week.
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Ashington's Collaborative Approach Aims to Enhance the Town and Tackle the blight of Fly-Tipping and Litter
19 October 2023
The Enhanced Neighbourhood Services Partnership between Ashington Town Council and Northumberland County Council aims to make ongoing improvements to keep the town’s streets and estates clean and litter free, and to improve the environment by providing a pleasant and safe place to live. These are two of the four priorities of Ashington Town Council.
Overall, the collaborative approach is to ensure those resources being invested are towards activities that will visibly improve Ashington’s environment and appearance.
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