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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 Remembers
16 November 2021
A well-attended Remembrance Day Service took place in Ashington on Sunday (14 November).
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Walk in the Woods
12 November 2021
Ashington Community Woodland is a fantastic green space close to the town centre.
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Ashington's Christmas Lights
09 November 2021
Ashington’s Christmas Lights and Tree will be installed in the town centre in the next two weeks. However, due to continuing Covid-19 concerns a decision has been taken to cancel this year’s Christmas Lights Switch-On event.
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New Sensory Garden at Hirst Park
03 November 2021
A sensory garden is being developed by the Full Circle Food Project at Hirst Park, with the support of College Ward Councillor Mark Purvis.
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Ashington’s Great British Spring Clean
28 October 2021
Ashington’s effort as part of the Great British Spring Clean Campaign for 2021 took place in June.
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Northumbria Connected
27 October 2021
Northumbria Connected is a new service for members of the public to send and receive messages from Northumbria Police.
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Ashington Garden Competition 2021
27 October 2021
Once again, the Gardeners of Ashington turned out in numbers to hear the winners of this year’s Ashington Gardens Competition.
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International Award for Ashington School
16 October 2021
An Ashington school has been recognised by the British Council for its outstanding work to integrate international teaching and learning into the curriculum.
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Choir Encourages Men To Try Singing
07 October 2021
Ashington & District Male Voice Choir are encouraging gentlemen of all ages to give singing a try.
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Alligator Klub Celebrates 10th Anniversary
01 October 2021
The Alligator Klub’s 10th Anniversary celebrations took place last week (23 – 25 September) with a range of events that were enjoyed by over 500 people in Ashington.
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