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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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Ashington Town Council precept maintained for the second year running, but plans remain ambitious
31 January 2023
For the second year running Ashington Town Council has set the precept at a level that will result in no increase to their residents, recognising the very real struggle that people are faced with financially. Going back further the Council has never increased the Precept more than 2% and prides itself on being financially prudent.
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Revitalising our Estuaries Volunteering at Wansbeck Riverside Park
30 January 2023
Join the Northern Estuary Rangers at Wansbeck Riverside Park for some tree and wildfllower planting this February.
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REMINDER - Invitation for Small Grant Award Now Open
23 January 2023
The closing date to apply for up to £500 is Friday 27th January 2023.
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Love Where You Live
23 January 2023
Northumberland County Council’s Environmental Enforcement Team, have been out and about in the Hirst and Central areas of Ashington, working alongside
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Ashington Bid is unsuccessful, but Council looks for positives.
20 January 2023
Unfortunately, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) confirmed yesterday that Ashington was unsuccessful with the Levelling Up Fund Round 2 submission
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Off to a ‘Good’ Start Castle School celebrates its first ever Ofsted rating
19 January 2023
Castle School, part of Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust (NCEAT), has achieved ‘Good’ in its Ofsted report
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Accelerate Ashington Offering Businesses Website Advice
18 January 2023
Are you looking to expand the digital capabilities of your business? Would you like a professionally developed website?
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Ashington Poppy Appeal
13 January 2023
The Royal British Legion, Ashington Branch have an update on the amount of money raised for the Ashington Poppy Appeal, the grand amount of £26,250.80p
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YMCA Sleep Easy
12 January 2023
Our Sleep Easy event returns on 10th March 2023! By joining us and spending one night sleeping anywhere but your bed you can help raise awareness of youth homelessness.
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