Council and democracy news

Green, Safe and Healthy Northampton Day

Published 25th August 2010

Are you into recycling? Do you want to know more about how to reduce your carbon emissions and save money? Have you the urge to live a healthier lifestyle?

Don't lose your right to vote

Published 23rd August 2010

Every year all local authorities have carryout an annual canvas of electors to update the electoral register.

Former Mayor presents cheque to Children's Ward

Published 20th August 2010

Former Mayor of Northampton, Councillor Michael Hill helped to raise over Â£25,000 for his two chosen charities during his year as Mayor.

Making Northampton a greener, safer and healthier place to live

Published 16th August 2010

Next week visitors to the town centre will be able to find out how we can all help to make Northampton a greener, safer and healthier place to live.

Council commended in national awards

Published 16th July 2010

Northampton Borough Council's housing service has been commended at a national awards ceremony that recognises excellence in public sector communications.

Cabinet to consider sale of Cliftonville House

Published 9th July 2010

Plans for Northampton Borough Council to cut overheads by moving out of Cliftonville House are to be considered by the Cabinet at a meeting next week (July 14).

Last chance to shape Northampton's electoral landscape

Published 30th June 2010

People in Northampton are being invited to join the debate about the electoral landscape of the Borough and how they are represented at the Guildhall.

Another borough council employee rewarded for keeping it green

Published 29th June 2010

Jason Chambers, who at Northampton Borough Council, is to be awarded a prize for encouraging colleagues to think green and therefore becoming the authorityâ€™s thirteenth eco-champion.

A new Mayor for Northampton

Published 20th May 2010

After almost quarter of a century in the town and over a decade representing the people of her ward, Councillor Marianne Taylor will become the Mayor of Northampton on Thursday.

Public asked to have their say on changing town's byelaws

Published 12th May 2010

Northampton residents and businesses are being asked for their views on proposals to update the town's byelaws to tackle low-level anti-social behaviour.

The borough of Northampton says thank you to five Hearts of the Community

Published 11th May 2010

After receiving nominations for 33 individuals and organisations, five winners have been chosen for Northampton's inaugural Heart of the Community Awards.

Remember to vote in good time

Published 26th April 2010

Voters who have chosen to vote by post are being reminded that if they post their vote late it may not get counted.

Electorate for Northampton North and Northampton South

Published 21st April 2010

Almost 1,200 new voters will be able to vote in the upcomming General Election after a last minute surge in applications before yesterday's (Tuesday 20 April) deadline.

Electorate for Northampton North and Northampton South

Published 21st April 2010

Almost 1,200 new voters will be able to vote in the upcomming General Election after a last minute surge in applications before yesterday's (Tuesday 20 April) deadline.

Time running out to secure your general election vote

Published 7th April 2010

People in Northampton have only a few days left to secure their vote at the UK general election on May 6.

Praise from No. 10 for a number one service

Published 23rd March 2010

The improvements made in Northampton Borough Council's customer service have been recognised by the Prime Minister.

Are you interested in standing for the forthcoming Parliamentary General Election?

Published 9th March 2010

Within the next few months, electors in Northampton will be asked to vote for candidates standing for a seat in Parliament at the elections in Northampton North or Northampton South.

Are you ready for this yearâ€™s general election?

Published 3rd March 2010

While the date for this yearâ€™s general election is not yet known, Northampton Borough Council is urging residents not to wait until the date has been announced before they secure their right to vote.

Cabinet to consider reduced rent for Friends of Delapre Abbey

Published 26th February 2010

Northampton Borough Councilâ€™s Cabinet is to consider offering a concessionary rent to the Friends of Delapre Abbey (FoDA) for their use of part of the building at its meeting next week (March 3).

Northampton Borough Council celebrates eco-champion number 12

Published 23rd February 2010

As part of the borough council's commitment to cutting its carbon footprint by 35% by 2012, staff members who have a passion for all things green in their work and home life are thanked and rewarded.

Timing of the General Election count

Published 11th February 2010

Northampton Borough Council's chief executive responds to the debate about whether there should be an election night count.

Leading the way towards a greener future

Published 1st February 2010

Businesses and residents in Northampton are being invited to bring a breath of fresh air to Northampton and join a campaign to reduce the town's carbon footprint by ten percent this year.

What would you like us to look into?

Published 26th January 2010

People in Northampton are being asked what issues affecting the town they would like investigated.

Councillors to be briefed about plans to update townâ€™s byelaws to tackle anti-social behaviour

Published 14th January 2010

Northampton councillors from all parties are to hear about plans to update the townâ€™s byelaws to tackle low-level anti-social behaviour.

Have your say on budget proposals

Published 5th January 2010

People in Northampton will have the chance to get involved in deciding how the Borough Council spends money on services.

Northampton Borough Council now formally out of Government monitoring

Published 22nd December 2009

Northampton Borough Council is no longer subject to Government monitoring of its performance, it has been announced this week.

What a picture!

Published 18th December 2009

The Mayor and Mayoress of Northampton, Cllr Michael Hill and his wife Margaret, will welcome Geoff Herbert to the Mayorâ€™s Parlour to thank him for the photograph he submitted for their Christmas card.

Shape Northampton's electoral landscape

Published 17th December 2009

People in Northampton are being invited to join the debate about the political landscape of the Borough and how they are represented at the Guildhall.

LGC Awards shortlist announced

Published 17th December 2009

Northampton Borough Council in the running for "Most Improved Council of the Year" and for prestigious "Regeneration Award" for the Market Square.

Council's Customer Services Teams reach standard of excellence

Published 14th December 2009

Northampton Borough Councilâ€™s ICT and Customer Services departments have been awarded the prestigious Customer Service Excellence Standard by the Cabinet Office.

Northampton Borough Council - a transformed organisation

Published 9th December 2009

Northampton Borough Council has transformed how it works according to its annual assessment by the Audit Commission.

A transformed organisation

Published 9th December 2009

Northampton Borough Council has transformed how it works according to its annual assessment by the Audit Commission.

More people than ever register to vote in Northampton

Published 8th December 2009

More people than ever are registered to vote in Northampton on the new electoral register that has been published this week.

Abusive Northampton man given ASBO

Published 3rd December 2009

An abusive man who has made residents in Far Cotton fear for their safety was given an ASBO by Northampton Magistrates Court today (3 December).

Disruption to Northampton Borough Council services

Published 1st December 2009

An incident at a sub station in Cliftonville this morning has left Northampton Borough Council's Cliftonville House without power.

Prioritising what is important to you

Published 24th November 2009

People living in Northampton are being asked to set their priorities for the Borough Council over the future.

Nearly 14,000 households are still not registered to vote

Published 23rd November 2009

If you are one of the 13,800 households to still register, you only have until Friday, 27 November to return the form, telephone the automated system or confirm your details online.

Mayor’s Gala Dinner hopes to raise significant cash for local charities

Published 4th November 2009

There are just three weeks left for people to buy tickets for the Mayor of Northampton’s Charity Gala Dinner.

Canvassers hit the streets to collect final signatures for voting

Published 2nd November 2009

Those people who have not returned their voting registration form to Northampton Borough Council can expect a canvasser to call to ask residents to confirm information about who lives at the property.

Quicker, better service for callers to Northampton Borough Council

Published 23rd October 2009

Northampton Borough Council is moving to a new, high-quality voice recognition system to handle calls from the public.

Dan gets the prize for encouraging others to be green

Published 23rd October 2009

Trainee accountant Dan Letts is the latest employee of Northampton Borough Council to be awarded a prize for being an eco-champion and encouraging others to be green.

Everyone can think green with a new guide from Northampton Borough Council

Published 20th October 2009

Northampton Borough Council is committed to reducing its carbon emissions as part of its Carbon Management Programme and, over the past few weeks, has been publishing chapters of its new Green Office.

Improvement and efficiency is on council agenda

Published 6th October 2009

Councillors meeting on 14 October will be asked to approve the first phase of an improvement and efficiency plan for its environment and cultural services to give customers better value for money.

Don't lose your right to vote

Published 6th October 2009

Thousands of car parking tickets in Northampton are to carry a reminder to urge people to secure their right to vote.

Council calls for more locally accountable WNDC

Published 10th September 2009

Northampton Borough Council Cabinet is calling for reform of the West Northamptonshire Development Corporation.

Providing value for money across Council services

Published 2nd July 2009

The Borough Council is set to discuss proposals that would review how the Council operates and whether better alternatives exist to offer higher quality services and better value for money.

9 out of 10 Northamptonians are satisfied with their home

Published 23rd June 2009

New figures released by the Government show that nine out of ten people in Northampton are satisfied with where they live.

Tributes paid to former Mayor of Northampton

Published 23rd June 2009

Tributes for Councillor John Gardner

St John’s car park initiative helps lower the council’s carbon dioxide emissions

Published 23rd June 2009

If you have parked at St John’s Multi Storey Car Park you may have noticed the lighting has changed.

A 'fair' service with 'excellent prospects for improvement'

Published 11th June 2009

Northampton Borough Council has welcomed another positive Audit Commission report, the independent inspectors looked at how easy it is for residents to contact the Council and access services.

Borough Council showing 'Significant Progress', says Audit Commission

Published 22nd April 2009

Northampton Borough Council has welcomed an Audit Commission report that recognises the Council has made 'significant progress' in the last 12 months.

Richard rewarded for encouraging others to save waste

Published 9th April 2009

The message from Northampton Borough Council to the public is recycle to reduce waste but it is good to know that employees are encouraged to do the same at work.