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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.
Archive
Ashington's Great Big Green Week Event
06 June 2023
Ashington Town Council is taking part in The Great Big Green Week. We have invited other organisations to join us and we would love to hear how you, or a group you are part are getting involved.
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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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Bank Holiday Litter Picking
30 May 2023
George and the team were out litter picking on Saturday 27th May.
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New Phone System Now Operational
26 May 2023
Ashington Town Council have just had a new phone system installed.
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Northumberland Line Newsletter - May
26 May 2023
Welcome to the May edition of the Northumberland Line Newsletter.
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Summer Fun For All The Family
24 May 2023
Ashington Town Councillors have agreed a wealth of activities and summer events for the coming months.
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Ashington Town Council Welcomes New Officer
24 May 2023
Ashington Town Council welcome their new Administration Assistant, Gary Holmes.
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Communications & Engagement Officer's New Blog
22 May 2023
Welcome everyone to my new blog.
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Horseplay aplenty as two new play areas head for the final furlong
18 May 2023
Exciting plans are progressing to redevelop the play areas within the Orchid Meadows Estate, at Epsom Drive and Aintree Close.
Like the racecourses the streets and play areas are named after, we are galloping ahead and have received confirmation from our play partner Kompan that they will be installed in advance of the summer holidays.
The great news on these play areas is that they have been developed in consultation with local people, they feature accessible equipment, and Kompan’s Greenline range has been chosen, confirming the Council’s commitment to taking action to reduce the effects of climate change.
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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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