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Tribute to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

09 Apr 2021

The Civic Head has made a statement on the sad passing of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.

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Shop Local, Shop Northumberland campaign launched

08 Apr 2021

As more businesses across Northumberland prepare to reopen next week residents are being encouraged to Shop Local.

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Northumberland Libraries reopening update

08 Apr 2021

In line with the Government’s relaxing of Covid restrictions many libraries in Northumberland will be reopening from April 12.

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Call for unpaid carers to have their say

08 Apr 2021

Unpaid carers in Northumberland are being asked to take part in a survey to help local authorities across the region better understand what makes a difference to them and what support they need.   

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Learn local for free

08 Apr 2021

Part-time learning in Northumberland is now even more accessible thanks to a range of free courses through the Learning and Skills service. 

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Self-isolation support for parents and carers

08 Apr 2021

Parents and carers of school children who are asked to self-isolate following contact with a positive case of Covid-19 can now access support if they are unable to work as a result and are on a low income.  

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Rapid Covid testing available to everyone

08 Apr 2021

In an expansion to the national Covid testing programme, from 9 April everyone in Northumberland will be able to access free, regular, rapid testing. 

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Countdown is on for sports centre re-opening

07 Apr 2021

It’s just days to do until Active Northumberland can once again open the doors to its sports centres and welcome customers back in to enjoy the fantastic facilites. 

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Active Northumberland Goes Green 

06 Apr 2021

Active Northumberland Goes Green 

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Easter holiday bin collection day changes

01 Apr 2021

Due to the Easter Bank Holidays, bin collections will take place one day later than usual from Friday 2 April.

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Landslip works move to next stage

01 Apr 2021

The latest phase to develop a long-term solution to the cracking in the road between Weldon Bridge and Rothbury will get underway at the end of April.   

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Restart Grant applications open

01 Apr 2021

Applications have opened for Restart Grants for Northumberland businesses.