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Be alert to criminal activity during Covid-19 lockdown

17 Apr 2020

Northumberland County Council and Northumbria Police are working together to urge residents to be extra vigilant to those who might be taking advantage of the current lockdown.

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Council lobbying Government on more support for businesses

17 Apr 2020

Northumberland County Council is lobbying the Government to bring forward further measures to support businesses across Northumberland.

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Council calls on residents to stop nuisance bonfires

17 Apr 2020

Residents are being reminded not to start bonfires that could cause problems for their neighbours. 

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Discover a world of opportunities without leaving your home

16 Apr 2020

Residents in Northumberland will be able to discover a world of opportunities without leaving their home.

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Northumberland primary school places confirmed

16 Apr 2020

The vast majority Northumberland parents have gained their top preference on National Offers Day for September 2020 first and primary school places.

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Residents urged to become super (market) heroes

15 Apr 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has brought out the best of local communities across Northumberland.

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Financial support for vulnerable residents

14 Apr 2020

The Council has launched a new initiative to help thousands of vulnerable residents during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Easter holiday bin collection day changes

11 Apr 2020

Bin collections for the week beginning Easter Monday (13 April) will take place one day later than your usual collection.

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Cemeteries still open to visitors

09 Apr 2020

Residents are reminded that cemetery and burial grounds are still open to visitors.

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Region pulls together to reinforce "Stay at Home" message

09 Apr 2020

The region is pulling together to remind people to stay at home this Easter weekend.

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Free school meals on wheels

09 Apr 2020

Schools have been working in partnership with the council to ensure that over 1,800 free school meals care packages were delivered last week to families across Northumberland.

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Council extends heartfelt thank you to Northumberland schools

09 Apr 2020

Northumberland County Council has praised the fantastic response and ongoing efforts of schools across the county.

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Council’s pledge to domestic violence victims during lockdown

09 Apr 2020

You are not alone – that’s the message from Northumberland County Council to anyone who feels at risk of domestic abuse during the coronavirus lockdown.

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£49m paid out to Northumberland businesses

08 Apr 2020

Over £49m in grants has been paid out to 4,406 businesses and hundreds of companies have been supported through the business hub.

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Truck load of toilet paper donated to council’s shielding hub

07 Apr 2020

A truck filled with thousands of toilet rolls has been generously donated by a Northumberland factory to help vulnerable and at risk residents in the county.

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Council praises outstanding efforts of foster carers

07 Apr 2020

Northumberland County Council has praised the tremendous response and ongoing efforts of foster carers across the county.

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Over £36m paid out to Northumberland businesses

06 Apr 2020

The council has now paid out over £36 million to help small businesses through the coronavirus pandemic, and is asking others to come forward and register.

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Council seeks PPE supplies from Northumberland businesses

06 Apr 2020

Northumberland County Council is asking local businesses to support their efforts to secure additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to help protect frontline workers.

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Cash lifeline for Northumberland businesses

03 Apr 2020

The council has paid out over £20 million to help almost 2,000 small businesses through the coronavirus pandemic

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Residents reminded to stay at home and save lives

02 Apr 2020

Residents and visitors are being reminded to stay indoors to exercise or to do it in their local area to avoid unnecessary travel during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Advice to council tenants on rent payments and support

02 Apr 2020

Northumberland County Council would like any tenants who have lost their job or who are experiencing financial difficulties as a result of the Coronavirus to get in touch.

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Digital Library offers exciting new ways to access service

01 Apr 2020

You may not be able to visit your local library at the moment but with lots of exciting digital options there’s no need to miss out on your favourite book or club.

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Specialist hub is supporting Northumberland businesses

27 Mar 2020

The council has established a specialist team to support businesses and employers both during and after the current Coronavirus outbreak.

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Register now for COVID-19 small business grant funding

27 Mar 2020

Businesses in Northumberland can register now for small business grant funding to help mitigate the impacts of coronavirus

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Home learning pack for parents of under 5s

25 Mar 2020

The council’s early years team has pulled together a weekly home learning package for the parents of under 5s.