Northumberland County Council - News

Residents thanked ahead of Tier 3 restrictions

26 Nov 2020

The people of Northumberland have been thanked for all their hard work in driving down Covid infection rates as the region prepares to go into Very High (Tier 3) restrictions after December 2.

Further business support grant scheme launched

23 Nov 2020

Businesses which remained open during late September and October this year, but were severely impacted by the Covid rules which restricted socialising, can now apply for a support grant.

Leaders ask for continued public support amid concern at Covid infection rates

18 Nov 2020

The North East’s health and political leaders have issued the following statement today - 14 days to the end of lockdown on 2 December:

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Applications open for first business support grants

13 Nov 2020

Applications have opened today for the first set of grants - these will support businesses which have been required to close in the national lockdown.

Get involved in Northumberland's first Covid question time

13 Nov 2020

Health and council leaders in Northumberland are to host their first ever online coronavirus public question time next week.

Let's not throw away all your hard work, leaders urge

Thank you - now let's not squander your hard work

12 Nov 2020

Let’s not throw away all your hard work – that’s the message from the leaders of North East councils after a surge in Covid cases since lockdown.

Local Testing Sites to open in Berwick and Hexham

11 Nov 2020

Two more Local COVID-19 Testing Centres are to open in Northumberland – in Berwick and Hexham.

Council welcomes free school meals announcement

08 Nov 2020

The County Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to provide free school meals over the holidays.

Travel and exercise during lockdown

06 Nov 2020

We know many of you will be looking for places to enjoy your daily exercise during the next few weeks.

Latest statement from regional leaders on lockdown

Keep doing your bit, leaders urge

02 Nov 2020

Keep doing your bit now and we can get out of lockdown in a better position - that's the message today from the region's leaders

Council Leader's response following the Prime Minister’s announcement on Saturday 31 October

01 Nov 2020

The Leader has issued a message to residents and businesses following the Prime Minister's announcement.

Changes made to Hexham one-way system

30 Oct 2020

Further changes have been made to the temporary one-way system in Hexham town centre as a result of local feedback.

Stay safe this bonfire night

29 Oct 2020

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is urging everyone to stay safe this bonfire night, and for people to take extra care if they are planning to have their own fireworks.

Leaders concern at Covid rise

29 Oct 2020

The region's leaders have thanked everyone for their efforts leading to a slow down in Covid infections but say the rate is still too high.

Families urged to enjoy a safe but spooky Halloween

22 Oct 2020

Families in Northumberland are being encouraged to have a spooky but safe Halloween this year.

Leaders welcome extra support for businesses

22 Oct 2020

The region's leaders have welcomed additional business support announced by the Chancellor.

'Hard work paying off but no room for complacency'

21 Oct 2020

North East leaders have praised the efforts of everyone as the rate of Covid infections slows - but have urged everyone to keep doing their bit.

Area to stay at "High" alert level, leaders confirm

16 Oct 2020

Following constructive discussions with Government today it's confirmed our area will stay at High Alert Level 2.

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Joint LA7 Leaders statement: opposition to move to Tier 3

15 Oct 2020

The Leaders of all seven councils in Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and County Durham, along with the North of Tyne Mayor and the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, remain united in our approach to tackling the pandemic.

Second county pub closed for Covid breaches

13 Oct 2020

A second Northumberland pub has been closed down for breaching Covid regulations.

Self-isolation support scheme now live

12 Oct 2020

A new scheme has been introduced which will give financial support to people who are required by law to self-isolate and who are on low incomes.

Local leaders react to Prime Minister's announcement