Image demonstrating Landlords invited to free information event 

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.  

Image demonstrating Duchess presents British Empire Medal to dedicated Coquetdale resident 

Duchess presents British Empire Medal to dedicated Coquetdale resident 

25 Jan 2024

A lady from Thropton in Northumberland has been presented with the British Empire Medal for her services to the community in Coquetdale. 

Image demonstrating Alnwick SEND/S Sports Camp for Young People 

Alnwick SEND/S Sports Camp for Young People 

25 Jan 2024

A ‘stay all day’ sports camp is to be held in Alnwick for young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities. 

Image demonstrating Local organisations invited to supplier support event 

Local organisations invited to supplier support event 

22 Jan 2024

Northumberland County Council is to host a special event aimed at helping local organisations to do business with the council and to help boost the local economy. 

Empty vape containers in front of a bin wagon

Vape message taking to the county's roads

22 Jan 2024

An important reminder for vapes to be disposed of properly is taking to the county’s roads. 

A graphic warning of windy weather

Clean-up continues after Storm Isha

22 Jan 2024

The Council is continuing to support residents in the aftermath of Storm Isha. 

a graphic promoting the council's online budget question and answer session which takes place on January 31

Questions sought for online budget Q+A

19 Jan 2024

Residents are being encouraged to submit questions to the Council’s leadership on this year’s budget plans. 

A photo of a key in a door.

Rent increase to support continued investment in council housing

17 Jan 2024

In line with the Government’s rent increase formula for social housing, Northumberland County Council will be increasing council tenants' rents by 7.70% from 1 April 2024. 

An aerial shot of progress on the Northumberland Line at Newsham, Blyth

Passenger rail service confirmed for 2024 opening

16 Jan 2024

The Northumberland Line – bringing passenger services back between the South East of the county and central Newcastle – will be open from Summer 2024.