County's Local Plan approved by inspectors

16 Feb 2022

The first ever comprehensive Local Plan covering the entire county has reached a major milestone - after getting the green light from Government. 

Council ready as more storms on way

16 Feb 2022

Northumberland County Council is preparing to once again support residents as two more storms are forecast over the coming days. 

Council evicts trouble making tenant from Blyth home   

16 Feb 2022

A tenant who has been causing misery and upset to neighbours and the community in Blyth has been evicted from the Northumberland County Council owned property  

Construction to Morpeth Leisure Centre passes halfway mark 

16 Feb 2022

Work to build the new £21m state-of-the-art leisure centre and community hub in Morpeth is now past the halfway stage. 

 Plea to use environmentally- friendly alternatives to balloon releases 

15 Feb 2022

Northumberland County Council is appealing to the public to consider other alternatives to balloon releases which are often used for events and memorials but can have a devastating impact on local marine environment and wildlife. 

Morpeth Conservation Area extended 

14 Feb 2022

The boundary of the Morpeth Conservation Area has been extended following a recent review. 

Second outbreak of Avian flu confirmed in Northumberland 

14 Feb 2022

Following a second confirmed outbreak of Avian Influenza in the county today, the public are being asked to strictly follow the government regulations that have been introduced to contain the spread of the outbreak. 

Public urged to follow rules to contain Avian flu outbreak in Northumberland 

10 Feb 2022

Following a confirmed case of avian influenza (bird flu) at a premises on Holy Island in Northumberland an appeal is being made to the public to strictly follow the government regulations that have been introduced to contain the spread of the outbreak. 

Call to bird owners following Avian flu outbreak 

08 Feb 2022

Following a confirmed case of avian influenza (bird flu), in the Newcastle area, an appeal is being made to the public to strictly follow the government regulations that have been introduced to contain the spread of the outbreak. 

Harm of housing fraud highlighted in week-long campaign 

08 Feb 2022

Northumberland County Council has teamed up with partners across the region to warn people of the harm caused by tenancy fraud which is depriving people in genuine need of a place to live. 

Summer start planned to tackle Lynemouth pollution

08 Feb 2022

Progress is continuing behind the scenes on a major project to tackle historical pollution on the coast at Lynemouth – and the council is confident work will start this summer. 

Doors open on Berwick’s flagship new Sport & Leisure Centre 

08 Feb 2022

Hundreds of residents have visited Berwick’s fantastic new sports and leisure centre as the doors opened to the public for the first time today ( 8 February) 

Residents urged to get involved in town regenerations

08 Feb 2022

People are being asked for their thoughts on the future development of seven towns across Northumberland. 

Budget plans approved by Cabinet

08 Feb 2022

A budget focused on economic recovery, protecting frontline services and looking after the most vulnerable has been approved by the Council’s Cabinet. 

Council evicts trouble making tenant    

02 Feb 2022

A tenant who has been causing misery and upset to neighbours and the community has been evicted from Northumberland County Council owned property sending out a clear message that crime and antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. 

County boasts best beaches in Britain

02 Feb 2022

While it might still be a bit chilly for most to take a dip in the sea, the bathing water off our beaches have again been declared some of the best in Britain. 

Public toilets set for improvement across the county

31 Jan 2022

Better public toilets across the county are in the pipeline in the council’s forthcoming budget. 

Longframlington residents vote for neighbourhood plan 

31 Jan 2022

  Residents of Longframlington now have more of a say over future development in their parish, following a successful referendum which will result in the adoption of a neighbourhood plan for their area. 

Shops issued with closure orders for illicit tobacco sales

31 Jan 2022

Three shops in Ashington, that were caught repeatedly selling thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco have been ordered to temporarily close by magistrates. 

31/1 5.15pm Teams continue work to restore power

31 Jan 2022

Agencies have continued to work together to support residents still without power following the weekend’s storms.  

30/1 2pm Agencies working to support residents after Storm Malik 

30 Jan 2022

2pm Sunday 30th January  Agencies across the region are working together to support residents who are still without power following Storm Malik on Friday evening. 

30/1 6pm Welfare support for those without electricity 

30 Jan 2022

Teams are continuing to work around the clock to support residents affected by Storm Malik who continue to be without power. 

29/1 10.45pm Storm Malik Update 

29 Jan 2022

Following the high winds from Storm Malik, partners from Northumberland County Council, Northumberland Fire Rescue Service, Northern Powergrid and Northumbria Police have been working together to assess the extent of the damage and the impact on local communities. 

Budget to focus on recovery

28 Jan 2022

A budget focused on economic recovery, protecting frontline services and looking after the most vulnerable is to be considered by the County Council. 

Council pledges multi-million pound investment in affordable housing

28 Jan 2022

The Council has allocated £48.2m in its forthcoming budget to help provide more affordable housing in the county, in areas of greatest need.