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  Temporary traffic changes are being introduced around Hexham’s Market Place to help safeguard the public and support the recovery of the town centre after the easing of lockdown.As the town centre becomes busier, further measures are being brought in to help safeguard the public and support the town’s economic recovery by making it easier […]

  Following updated guidance from the Government around face coverings, it will be mandatory to wear a face covering in the Cemetery Chapel from Saturday 8th August 2020. It is currently recommended that you do wear a face covering if using the Chapel prior to the changes on 8th August. Further guidance on this will […]

  Information for electors From today (27th July) until 7th September electors have the right if they wish to make an appointment and inspect the accounting records for the financial year ending 31st March 2020. Further information is available in the following document – Audit 2019-20. 

  Face masks update From 24 July, it will be mandatory to wear a face covering in shops and supermarkets, as well as on public transport. People are also strongly encouraged to wear face coverings in other enclosed public spaces where there are people they do not normally meet. Your face covering must cover your […]

  The latest edition of ‘Activities and Support in West Northumberland’ for people living with dementia or memory loss is out now. This is a comprehensive guide to support groups, classes, dementia friendly film screenings and cafes, singing classes, advice services, physical and sporting activities and lots more. The digital version can be downloaded below. […]

  Following the latest changes to lockdown measures in England, the Town Council owned play areas were opened on Saturday 4 July in line with Government guidance. These play areas include Bell Terrace, Broadway, Dene Park, Park Well on Corbridge Road, Priestlands Dene, The Sele and Tyne Green. Please note you must follow Government advice […]

Work to upgrade the A69 Bridge End roundabout is about to move into phase 2. During the next twelve months the original roundabout will be closed to traffic with the newly constructed turnarounds being used instead to allow vehicles in and out of Hexham. The turnarounds will come into operation as follows: Eastern side – […]

  On Tuesday 24th June Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out further changes to lockdown measures in England to enable people to see more of their friends and family, help businesses get back on their feet and get people back in their jobs. These changes take effect from Saturday 4th July. A full list of […]

Please see below information from Northumberland County Council (NCC) about their plans to support safe re-opening of Town Centres across the County. This document outlines measures that are already in place as well as how NCC will engage with members of the public, businesses and other organisations to move forward. Town_Centres_Reopening_NCC  

  Tuesday 24th June update Prime Minister Boris Johnson has set out further changes to lockdown measures in England to enable people to see more of their friends and family, help businesses get back on their feet and get people back in their jobs. A full list of these changes, which come into effect from […]