Northumberland County Council

Countries connected again as bridge rebuild starts

15 Feb 2022

The nations of England and Scotland are once again connected over a stretch of the Tweed as the Union Chain Bridge starts to go back up.

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.

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.

Berwick’s new leisure centre opening date revealed

31 Jan 2022

Excitement is building in and around Berwick as the town’s new flagship sports and leisure centre prepares to open its doors to the public on Tuesday 8 January.

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.