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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
The Great Big Green Week Ashington Event
17 May 2023
Ashington Town Council is taking part in The Great Big Green Week.
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Ashington Cycle hub wins National Lottery funding
12 May 2023
Cycling4everyone is celebrating after being awarded £8880 of National Lottery funding
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Ashington Sea Cadets Donate 500 Trees
12 May 2023
Ashington Sea Cadets have donated over 500 trees to Ashington Community Woods.
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Twelve additional defibrillators for the town, and a Council bursting with pride that the project is complete
05 May 2023
An amazing project to install twelve additional defibrillators in the town has been realised, and is now complete.
This 1 minute, 20 second video shows just how priceless this equipment is, and celebrates and thanks those who have helped Ashington Town Council achieve this fantastic result.
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Fell Em Doon 5 Miler
03 May 2023
Fell Em Doon 5 Miler, Ashington Community Woods.
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Coronation of His Majesty King Charles the Third
03 May 2023
On Saturday 6 May 2023, the coronation of His Majesty King Charles the Third will take place at Westminster Abbey in London.
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Ashington Town Council - Annual Report 2022-23
24 April 2023
Business Chair, Cllr Mark Purvis offers a round-up of the year past, in advance of the Council’s Annual Meeting being held on Tuesday 16th May.
The report has been produced with links to news stories and is expected to be read mostly on-line. We will have copies printed that will be available on request, and at a number of locations around the town (to be confirmed). Please contact the Council if you know someone who would like a printed copy.
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A Big Thank You To Ashington Traders and Ashington Library
20 April 2023
Ashington Town Council would like to thank everyone for taking part in the Bunny Hop Easter Egg Hunt.
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Invitation For Annual Grant Award Is Now Open
20 April 2023
Ashington Town Council aims to promote and protect the quality of life and well-being of those who live in, work in, or visit the local area.
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Invitation For Small Grant Award Now Open
19 April 2023
Awards of up to £500 are now available to help support your voluntary group or organisation
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