As a public-funded organisation, we have a duty to residents to be transparent in how council tax money is spent, our business operations and outcomes.
Details of the value of social housing stock that is held in the Housing Revenue Account:
Before making a request, we would recommend that you check our FOI Disclosure Log to see whether you question has already been asked.
To make a new FOI or EIR request, you can do so using our FOI and EIR Request Form.
To make a request we require some information from you:
No. Requests are free to make, though there may be instances where charges apply. If this is the case, the Council will contact you.
The Council has 20 working days to respond to an FOI or EIR request.
For SAR or other individual rights requests, the Council has one calendar month. An extension of up to an additional two months may be applied in complex cases, though you will be contacted if this is the case.
Yes, the legislation states that the Council can refuse your request if certain conditions apply. If the Council refuses your request, you will receive a letter explaining why.
If you are unhappy with the outcome or handling of your request, you have the right to request an internal review where an internal member of staff will consider whether you request was handled correctly, and in line with legislation.
If you remain dissatisfied, you have the right to raise your concerns to the Information Commissioner’s Office.
You can find contact details for the Information Commissioner, as well as range of advice and guidance on data matters by visiting the website.
View detailed information on the Data Hub.
If you have any questions about this document, please contact our Democratic Services team at democraticservices@northumberland.gov.uk.
This section was last updated on 3 March 2025.
The monthly reports below list payments made to suppliers exceeding £499.99 to August 2012 and £249.99 thereafter (exclusive of VAT).
Publication of these reports forms part of our commitment to be open and transparent with Northumberland residents.
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