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Review of Polling Stations
On 1st April 2019 Northampton Borough Council published its intention to review all polling districts and polling places within the borough of Northampton, including Duston.
Stakeholders have been contacted and invited to submit their observations and options as part of the public consultation, which runs until 16th August 2019.
Existing polling districts and stations in Duston are:
1. NSND1 – Mobile... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 20 May 2019 16:45 by Gary Youens
Local Government Reorganisation
Two brand new unitary councils will be established in Northamptonshire on 1 April 2021, the Government confirmed yesterday.
The West Northamptonshire unitary will cover Daventry, Northampton and South Northamptonshire, and the North Northamptonshire unitary will cover Corby, East Northants, Kettering and Wellingborough. The existing district and borough councils and Northamptonshire County Council will... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 15 May 2019 10:01 by Gary Youens
Neighbourhood Alert - Vehicle Theft
The Neighbourhood Policing Team for Wellingborough Road, Kettering Road area of Northampton have noted a recent spike in theft from motor vehicles.
Therefore, this message is to help raise awareness and come as a polite reminder for those who have a motor vehicle in all areas to help and remind you to keep your items safe and out of sight from thieves.
Even the smallest of LOOSE CHANGE can be enough... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 09 May 2019 11:58 by Alison Grantham
Neighbourhood Alert - Personal Safety
PCSO Scott Potter will be joined by NBC Community Safety in the Grosvenor Centre today the 18th April 2019 between 11:00-13:00 hours.
We will be on hand to offer Safety advice or discuss any issues you may have. We will hopefully be also joined by SOLVEIT who will be on hand to offer information and advice around solvent abuse and all psychoactive substances.
Posted: Thu, 18 Apr 2019 09:34 by Alison Grantham
Neighbourhood Alert - Fake Perfumes
In recent times it has been noted pedlars have been selling perfume in Northampton town centre.
As a public health warning please consider that the substance you are being sold is unlikely to be an official product, and could cause a number of health issues.
A number of these sellers have been identified, but until the matter is completely dealt with, please do not support these sellers and risk yours... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 15 Apr 2019 09:30 by Alison Grantham
Neighbourhood Alert
Community Engagement
PC Michael Rogers and PCSO Scott Potter will be out the front of All Saints Church today between 12:00-14:00.
They will be joined by Northampton Borough Council, Community Safety Department who will be carrying out Free Bike Marking and Security Advice.
Posted: Mon, 15 Apr 2019 09:25 by Alison Grantham
Neighbourhood Alert News
Applications open for 3 Grant Funds
A new range of grant funding is now available and open for applications through the office of Northamptonshire Police Fire and Crime Commissioner Stephen Mold.
This year, three different funds are available that will give a wider range of community groups, charities and other voluntary organisations options to seek funding, with more than £250,000 being made... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 11 Apr 2019 16:12 by Alison Grantham
Local Plan Part II goes out to consultation next month
A document which sets out how Northampton will deliver more than 13,500 new dwellings by 2029 will go out for public consultation at the start of May.
Content of the Local Plan Part II was agreed by Northampton Borough Council's Cabinet at its meeting on Wednesday 3 April.
It sets out the planning policy framework for Northampton for the next ten years and includes detail on sites identified for new... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 10 Apr 2019 09:31 by Gary Youens
Estate management Companies
At its meeting on 11th March 2019, the Borough Council resolved to investigate residents' concerns about Management Companies charges on new housing developments, and to raise these at a national level.
In order to collect evidence regarding this matter, the Borough Council would be grateful if you could advise whether you are aware of any residents who have experienced significant increases in charges... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:22 by Gary Youens
Cafe and Kitchen To Let within Duston Community Centre
Cafe and Kitchen To Let at Duston Community Centre, Pendle Road. All enquiries to Stephen Chown 01604 64050 src@chowncommerical.co.uk
Posted: Tue, 02 Apr 2019 09:37 by Gary Youens
