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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 looks forward to celebrating Great Big Green Week 24th September - 2nd October 2022
26 August 2022
This September, people across the country will come together to take positive action with their communities; hosting events and activities to inspire others to step up for climate, nature and people, and call on decision makers to create a safer, greener future.
As part of Great Big Green Week, we will be hosting an event on Tuesday 27th September when we will take a pitch at the Ashington Market on Station Road. We will be joined by representatives from the NCC Climate Change Team, Groundwork NE & Cumbria, and Citizens Advice Northumberland.
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New technology installed in Ashington park to enhance public safety
25 August 2022
Hirst Park in Ashington has had a security device installed so people can enjoy the park without fear of crime or intimidation.
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Ventient Sisters and North Steads Wind Farm Community Fund
24 August 2022
The Fund at the Community Foundation will make grants of between £750 and £20,000, for projects of up to one year’s duration .
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Climate Change and Environment Committee Elect a Chair
22 August 2022
The first Climate Change and Environment Committee Meeting took place on Wednesday 3rd August 2022, as per meeting protocol Cllr Jim Lang, Chair of the Climate Change Working Group, invited nominations for a Chair.
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Northumberland County Council Free Trees
17 August 2022
Northumberland County Council is giving residents, schools and community groups the opportunity to obtain a free tree or tree pack to plant on your land as part of our commitment to tackling climate change.
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Work to Commence on Alexandra Road Play Area
12 August 2022
Earlier in the year as part of the capital schemes agreed by Ashington Town Council, the redevelopment of the Alexandra Road Play Area was top of the list.
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Trinity Church Summer Coffee Morning
12 August 2022
A Summer Coffee Morning in support of church funds will be held in the Church Hall
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Be Wildfire Aware This Summer
11 August 2022
Wildfire risk remains high due to very dry vegetation.
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Stop Loan Sharks
10 August 2022
Borrowing from loan sharks can lead to disastrous consequences 😟
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Planned level crossing works for new rail line
08 August 2022
As work on the Northumberland Line rail project gathers pace, a number of road closures are taking place at level crossings over the coming months.
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