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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
#showthelove Campaign Collaboration
17 February 2022
This year Ashington WI have collaborated with Ashington Climate Champions, Full Circle Food and Bothal Primary for their annual #showthelove campaign offering.
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Storms Dudley and Eunace
16 February 2022
Northumberland County Council is preparing once again to support residents as two more storms are forecast over the coming days.
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Northumberland secondary school announces major new partnership with national housebuilder
14 February 2022
Northumberland secondary school announces major new partnership with national housebuilder.
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Ashington Town Board - Scores of potential projects being considered for Ashington
11 February 2022
A partnership working to bring transformative change to Ashington is now considering scores of potential projects – thanks to local feedback. Made up of business, public sector and community leaders – the Ashington Town Board is developing an ambitious Investment Plan for the town.
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An early spring clean reveals radiant results
10 February 2022
Spring is just around the corner, and although there is cold spell coming, the sunshine prompts an early spring-clean. Ashington Town Council is getting their assets in good order, thanks to our Neighbourhood Services Officer, Mark Air.
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Harm of housing fraud highlighted in week-long campaign
08 February 2022
Northumberland County Council has teamed up with partners across the region to warn people of the harm caused by tenancy fraud which is depriving people in genuine need of a place to live.
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Northumberland Line Special Service
03 February 2022
Welcome on Board the Northumberland Line Route Familiarisation Special Service.
Civic Head, Cllr Pauline Thompson received an invitation to attend the special train journey, departing from Newcastle (Platform1) at 12:47pm.
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Primary pupils embark on training course to become Mini Medics
31 January 2022
Pupils at a primary school in Ashington have taken part in a cutting-edge training course to become ‘Mini Medics’.
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Storm Malik Sunday 30 January
31 January 2022
Agencies across the region are continuing to work together to support residents who are still without power following Storm Malik on Friday evening.
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Tree Planting Plans for Ashington
31 January 2022
Ashington Town Council’s Climate Change Working Group has its roots in the town The planting of trees is widely recognised as one of the largest and least expensive ways to remove CO2 from the atmosphere in helping to tackle the climate crisis across the world.
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