Ashington PC :: Welcome

	Ashington Parish Council aims to represent the interests of all residents of the parish. The Council is responsible for a range of services and also works in partnership with other Councils and with organisations in the village. All Council meetings are open to the public and time is allocated for public comment. If you have any points to raise you can either attend one of the Council meetings or contact the Clerk or individual Councillors. If anyone has any questions or needs more information on any topics then please use the 'Contact Us' page and we will forward your questions to the appropriate person.
Current Issues:	There have been some minor incidents of criminal damage around the village recently. If you are a victim or if you witness anything then please call the Police on 101 and the Wardens on 891543 The Wardens produce a monthly report of their activities - it is at the back of the agenda for each Parish Council meeting. Look at the Agendas page . Please take a few minutes to complete the Housing Needs Survey that was delivered through your door - it will help shape the future of the village in a way that villagers want. .
Planning News:	On the agenda for the Planning Committee meeting 16th May: DC/12/0880 Change of use of building to 1 x 2-bedroom dwelling with associated car parking – Post Horses, London Road. Visit the Agendas page for details. .
Police/Wardens Messages	Anti-social vehicle usage If you see anti-social vehicle usage eg power-sliding, handbrake turns, excessive speed, tailgating etc or the driver talking on their mobile phone then make a note of the registration number please report it to the Police on 0845 6070999 or www.operationcrackdown.org.uk. If a registration number is reported on 3 separate occasions then the Police will take action. The Police work on a 'reported incidents' basis so it is vital to tell them about incidents.
Annual Report	To view a copy of the Council's New Annual Report click here. These were distributed to all households in June 2011 together with a Neighbourhood Wardens fridge magnet. Contact the Clerk if you don't receive these.