Councillors and committees news
Councillors needed for new Northampton Town Council
A total of 25 Councillors are needed for the new Northampton Town Council, which will be the largest town council in the country when it becomes fully operational on 1 April this year.
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Don’t fail credit checks because you’re not registered
We have launched this year’s annual canvass and registration is vital for those who wish to access credit or sign up for mobile phone contracts.
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Milestone meeting marks next chapter for new council
Councillors in West Northamptonshire have the chance to work together on a ‘fresh start and bright future’ for residents as part of the new shadow authority which met last night.
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Shadow authorities set to meet for first time in early June
Two new Northants shadow authorities will hold their first meetings early next month as preparations progress to create the North and West Northamptonshire unitary councils on 1 April next year.
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A New Mayor for Northampton 2020
Northampton Borough Council held its annual Full Council and Mayormaking meeting today via video conference.
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Councillors agree next steps towards shadow authority preparations
Councillors have agreed the next steps that start putting into practice the new legislation to create a West Northamptonshire unitary authority.
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Formal consultation on proposed Town Council for Northampton
Northampton Borough Council is consulting with the public over proposals for a Town Council to cover some parts or all of the existing borough.
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Council committee looking for new member
An opportunity has arisen for a proactive individual to join Northampton Borough Council's Standards Committee.
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Unitary programme re-designed to include transformation of services
Following the announcement that two brand new unitary councils will be established in Northamptonshire on 1 April 2021, the eight councils involved have agreed a way forward to deliver a programme that will see better-quality service delivery across the county.
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A New Mayor for Northampton 2019
The Guildhall is hosting a ceremony to mark the new Mayor of Northampton taking office on Thursday 16 May.
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Make some noise for International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia
Local residents and businesses are invited to come together at The Guildhall on Friday 17 May to show their support for International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).
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First West Northamptonshire Joint Committee takes place
The first meeting of the West Northamptonshire Joint Committee was held at Northampton’s Guildhall last night (Tuesday 26 March).
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West Northamptonshire Joint Committee to hold first meeting
A new Joint Committee for West Northamptonshire is set to meet for the first time at Northampton Guildhall from 6pm on Tuesday 26 March.
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New member wanted for Council’s Standards Committee
An opportunity has arisen for a proactive individual to join Northampton Borough Council's Standards Committee.
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Input into the Overview and Scrutiny Committee work plan
Northampton businesses and residents are invited to input ideas for Northampton Borough Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee work plan for the next 12 months.
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Preparatory work under way while Secretary of State's decision is awaited
Chief executives and leaders of the eight councils in Northamptonshire are now meeting weekly in order to prepare for the possible creation of two new authorities in the county.
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Local government reform proposal agreed by majority of Northamptonshire councils
A proposal for local government reform in Northamptonshire has been agreed by seven out of eight councils in the county.
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Consultation on proposed changes to councils in Northamptonshire will now start on Monday, 18 June
Consultation on a re-structure of local government in Northamptonshire will now start on Monday, 18 June.
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Commemorating Oak Apple Day in Northampton 2018
Oak Apple Day will be commemorated in Northampton with a special thanksgiving ceremony at 11.30am on Tuesday, 29 May, at All Saints’ Church.
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Royal wedding to be marked with tree planting
The Mayor Elect of Northampton, Councillor Tony Ansell, will be planting a tree in Abington Park on Saturday,19 May, to mark the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
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Northampton’s new Mayor to be welcomed at Guildhall ceremony
A ceremony to welcome Northampton’s new Mayor into office will take place at the Guildhall on Thursday, 17 May.
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Scrutiny panels decided for this year
Homelessness and rough sleepers, the relocation of the University of Northampton into the town centre and Northampton post unitary will be investigated by scrutiny panels during 2018/2019.
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George Candler named as Northampton Borough Council’s new chief executive
Northampton Borough Council is excited to announce that it has appointed George Candler as its new chief executive.
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Independent Chair sought for key Borough Council Committee 2018
The Audit Committee oversees all processes for risk, control and governance. The purpose of the Audit Committee is to provide independent assurance and to support strong financial management and good governance.
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Highlighting issues that matter to you 2017- v2
Northampton Borough Council is inviting residents to put forward their ideas for the Overview & Scrutiny Committee to investigate over the next 12 months.
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Borough Council committed to supporting those with terminal diagnosis
Northampton Borough Council is set to sign a new charter showing its commitment to supporting employees who become terminally ill.
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Parish Councillors wanted for Council committee
Northampton Borough Council is looking for two proactive Parish Councillors to join their Standards Committee.
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Independent Chair sought for key Borough Council Committee 2017
Northampton Borough Council is seeking an independent chair for one of its foremost Committees.
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Share your views on culture and tourism in the town
Residents and businesses are being invited to share their views on culture and tourism in Northampton, this September and October.
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Top town suggestions to be scrutinised this year
Culture and tourism, cemeteries and a dementia friendly town topped the list of suggestions made for the Council’s scrutiny panels to investigate during 2017.
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Council committee looking for new members
An opportunity has arisen for a proactive individual to join Northampton Borough Council's Standards Committee.
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Call for co-opted Members to join Council Standards Committee
Northampton Borough Council is calling for local people with an interest in local issues to join its Standards Committee.
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Take a minute to update your electoral register details
Each year we have to check who is living at each property in the borough for the purpose of updating the electoral register – this process is known as the Annual Canvass.
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Borough Council Leader Announces New Cabinet Roles
Councillor Mary Markham, Leader of Northampton Borough Council, has announced a number of changes to her Cabinet, with three Cabinet members taking on new roles.
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Highlighting the issues that matter to you
Over the next year councillors from Northampton Borough Council will be conducting detailed investigations of a range of issues suggested by residents.