A pile of coins. The Council has approved its budget for the coming year

Council approves budget for coming year

21 Feb 2024

The County Council has voted to approve next year’s budget which ‘prioritises the protection of frontline services and focuses on ambitious investment in the county’. 

Image demonstrating Closure Order served on Alnwick property following serious ASB 

Closure Order served on Alnwick property following serious ASB 

19 Feb 2024

A closure order has been served on a property in Alnwick due to serious anti-social behaviour. 

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Urgent Hexham building work gets the green light

19 Feb 2024

Urgent works are to be carried out at a Hexham town centre building. 

Secretary of State for Education Gillian Keegan (right) visiting the welding centre in Blyth

Council welcomes Education Secretary to state-of-the-art training centre

16 Feb 2024

Education Secretary Gillian Keegan saw sparks fly during a visit to one of the county’s flagship training centres.

Coquet Partnership South Avenue

Work gets underway on game-changing £39m Coquet schools masterplan 

16 Feb 2024

Work is underway on two new schools for Amble in the first phase of a masterplan that will transform education in the area for generations to come.  

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Plans for Prudhoe Youth and Community Facility get funding boost

14 Feb 2024

Proposals for a new youth and community facility on the former site of Prudhoe East Centre in the town have received a welcome £42,000 funding boost. 

Gilber Ward Academy opens

Gilbert Ward Academy opens to pupils

13 Feb 2024

Congratulations to all at the Gilbert Ward Academy as their new school building opens to pupils.   

The Grand Cascade at The Alnwick Garden

The Alnwick Garden boosts accessibility with Council support

13 Feb 2024

The Alnwick Garden has reaffirmed its commitment to providing accessibility to all, having secured a substantial contribution from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund through support from Northumberland County Council.

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Dads Matter summit shines a spotlight on support for dads and male carers 

12 Feb 2024

Northumberland County Council’s ‘Dads Matter’ summit will take place today to highlight the important role that dads and male carers play in giving children the best start in life.  

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Views sought on proposed changes to Cramlington Town  Council 

12 Feb 2024

The electoral arrangements of Cramlington Town Council are currently being examined with a view to increasing the number of councillors for the Cramlington East and Cramlington North West wards from one to two. 

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Children’s Mental Health Week events showcase support available

08 Feb 2024

Northumberland’s mental health support teams for schools are marking Children’s Mental Health Week by shining a spotlight on the support available.   

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Voluntary organisations receive prestigious King’s Award 

08 Feb 2024

Three voluntary organisations in Northumberland have been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for their service to the community. 

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North East moves one step closer to historic Mayor

07 Feb 2024

The North East of England will soon enjoy the economic benefits of a £1.4bn investment fund as legislation is laid in Parliament to implement a new devolution deal.

Image demonstrating Referendum date set for Belford Neighbourhood Plan  

Referendum date set for Belford Neighbourhood Plan  

05 Feb 2024

A local referendum on the Belford Neighbourhood Plan will take place on Thursday 14 March 2024 and all residents in the Parish who are registered to vote will be able to have a say on the Plan.  

Image demonstrating Coming soon - new affordable homes to rent in Alnwick. 

Coming soon - new affordable homes to rent in Alnwick. 

05 Feb 2024

  Northumberland County Council has purchased eight new homes in Alnwick which have been built and will soon be available for affordable rent. 

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Views sought on Eglingham Neighbourhood Plan 

05 Feb 2024

Northumberland County Council is seeking views on a proposed neighbourhood plan for Eglingham Parish.   

Image demonstrating  £1,000 golden hello for new childcare recruits in Northumberland 

 £1,000 golden hello for new childcare recruits in Northumberland 

02 Feb 2024

A major new national recruitment campaign has been launched by the Department for Education today (Friday 2nd February) alongside a pilot of £1,000 golden hellos, to give nurseries and early years providers the workers they need and offer more childcare places for parents. 

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Have your say on Family Hubs 

02 Feb 2024

Northumberland’s Family Hubs are seeking the view of residents to shape the future of their services. 

Keel; Row Shopping Centre in Blyth

Blyth shopping centre to close ahead of major redevelopment

02 Feb 2024

The Keel Row Shopping Centre in Blyth will close on 29th February 2024 ahead of major redevelopment as part of the Energising Blyth programme. 

Group of men and women from the 2023 September cohort

Get skills for life with one of the region’s largest employers

02 Feb 2024

Northumberland County Council are launching apprenticeship recruitment events this National Apprenticeship Week. spring and be the first to hear about upcoming roles.

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Temporary road closure signals milestone in scheme delivery  

30 Jan 2024

  The finish line is in sight for a major public realm improvement scheme to revitalise Hexham’s historic town centre, with work due to be completed in May 2024

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Landlords invited to free information event 

29 Jan 2024

Landlords and agents are being invited to attend a free event aimed at providing updates on new housing legislation and industry issues.  

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Northumberland Family Hubs rollout more support for families 

26 Jan 2024

Northumberland’s Family Hubs have published their new What’s On guides for 2024.  

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Council launches scheme to boost homecare worker pay

26 Jan 2024

Homecare workers in Northumberland are set to benefit from a council scheme that guarantees competitive pay and introduces a right to security of income for those who want it. 

Image demonstrating Residents are being urged to prepare for the digital switchover in Northumberland

Residents are being urged to prepare for the digital switchover in Northumberland

26 Jan 2024

Northumberland County Council is reaching out to residents to ensure they are prepared for the national digital switchover.