01 Sep 2020
Safeguard everyone’s health and your vote by sparing just a few minutes to make sure your name is on the electoral register.
A crackdown on flytipping is getting underway - targeting the minority who litter our streets, coast and countryside.
28 Aug 2020
Home to school transport for over 7,000 students in Northumberland will see new measures put in place to ensure the safety of those travelling.
The county council is appealing to businesses in Northumberland to comply with the Government’s Covid guidelines.
Northumberland County Council will say goodbye to Dean Jackson, Director of Education this week as he leaves in search of a new challenge.
With pupils going back to school and people returning to work - residents are being asked to think about sustainable travel.
26 Aug 2020
This is the last week that small businesses and retail, hospitality or leisure businesses can apply to Northumberland County Council for support grants.
25 Aug 2020
There are less than two weeks left for people to make any comments they have on new evidence behind the Northumberland Local Plan.
24 Aug 2020
Children in Northumberland returning to school next week for the first time since lock down are being reassured that every possible precaution is being taken to ensure their safety.
19 Aug 2020
Residents in Northumberland are being reminded that restrictions are in place in other parts of the country where there are particularly high numbers of cases of Covid-19 and that they should think carefully before visiting them.
17 Aug 2020
A number of new appointments have been made to the County Council’s Cabinet.
15 Aug 2020
The council has hosted a small event at County Hall today to remember Victory over Japan (VJ) Day.
11 Aug 2020
Residents and visitors in Northumberland are being encouraged to seize the moment and reset their health, with an initial focus on healthy weight.
10 Aug 2020
Join us at one of our online apprentice recruitment events this week to find out how you can kickstart your career or get a job through our apprenticeships scheme.
07 Aug 2020
A select and collect service has been introduced at a limited number of libraries in Northumberland.
05 Aug 2020
Active Northumberland swimming pools have reopened to the public this week ( Monday 3rd August) but swimmers must pre-book a time slot, before taking the plunge.
04 Aug 2020
Pubs, cafes and restaurants wanting to move their chairs and tables outside can now apply to the council for permission through a special fast-track system.
31 Jul 2020
A new support programme is launching to help businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic to recover and restart.
29 Jul 2020
Hundreds of fitness fans were able to get back to their regular exercise routines as Active Northumberland sports and leisure centres opened their doors on Saturday, following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
28 Jul 2020
Dog owners are being urged to keep a look out for wildlife when walking their pets and place them on a lead or recall them if they encounter it.
23 Jul 2020
Residents and visitors to Northumberland are being urged to follow the new legislation around face coverings to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.
17 Jul 2020
The road to recovery for Northumberland’s tourism industry has taken centre stage as Northumberland County Council and Northumberland Tourism join forces to take tourism to the next level.
15 Jul 2020
Blyth’s iconic beach huts have been restored to their former glory following an arson attack earlier in the year.
14 Jul 2020
A consultation has been launched on new evidence presented as part of the local plan making process in Northumberland.
The popular Northumberland Homefinder service that is used to search and apply for a home is back up and running.