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Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government launches consultation on unitary proposal and indicates postponement of elections

Consultation by the Secretary of State (SoS) over plans to restructure local government in Northamptonshire which could include two unitary authorities has started today, Thursday, 29 November, 2019.

Published 29 November 2018.

Empowering the citizens of the future

Hundreds of year six pupils from South Northamptonshire and Daventry took part in a series of interactive challenges and workshops designed to shape them in to the citizens of the future.

Published 23 November 2018.

Christmas and New Year opening times

There will be some changes to bin collection days and opening times of the South Northamptonshire Council offices over the Christmas and New Year period.

Published 20 November 2018.

Could you help spread some comfort and joy this Christmas?

Can you offer some cheer to people in need this Christmas by donating items to a festive parcel scheme.

Published 19 November 2018.

Former Chairman had unique perspective

Tributes are being paid to Tony Wilkinson, the former Chairman of South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) who served on both sides of the democratic fence.

Published 1 November 2018.

Consultation opens on name for new council to serve west Northamptonshire

People across the west of Northamptonshire are from today being asked what they think the proposed new unitary council should be called.

Published 31 October 2018.

Council supports Poppy volunteers in build up to centenary commemorations

Members, management and front line staff from South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) stood in Towcester Waitrose this week to show Poppy Appeal collection volunteers the community is behind them.

Published 31 October 2018.

Council helps Legion launch 2018 Poppy Appeal

There was bright autumn sunshine this week as standard bearers and members of the Royal British Legion (RBL) gathered in front of The Forum in Towcester to launch this year’s Poppy Appeal.

Published 25 October 2018.

Council issues advice on disposal of clinical waste

Following national headlines, South Northamptonshire Council is advising residents of the correct way to dispose of clinical waste.

Published 25 October 2018.

Dozens show true grit for Chairman’s Fun Run

Despite the rain more than £500 was raised for hospices serving South Northamptonshire during a fun run around Towcester Watermeadows last Sunday.

Published 17 October 2018.

More people using cost saving voter registration measures

More people in South Northamptonshire are now confirming their details on the Electoral Register electronically, than those who do so by post.

Published 24 September 2018.

Save the date for the Chairman’s Fun Run

It is hoped as many people as possible will take part in a fun run around the picturesque Towcester Watermeadows this autumn to raise money for the hospices which serve South Northamptonshire.

Published 3 September 2018.

Annual update on voter registration underway

Those expecting to be able to vote in planned or unplanned elections are being urged to respond to forms being sent to households in South Northamptonshire.

Published 31 August 2018.

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.

Published 31 August 2018.

McCord ‘beyond angry’ at being bounced

Following publication today (17/8/18) of the papers on proposals for the future arrangement of councils across Northamptonshire, SNC Leader, Cllr Ian McCord has made the following statement:

Published 17 August 2018.

Report on future of Northants councils published Friday, 17 August 2018

The proposed local government reform submission papers will be available on Northamptonshire councils’ websites from 3pm on Friday 17 August 2018.

Published 16 August 2018.

Council reception becomes part of nationwide art installation to commemorate WWI

The outline of two British Tommies now stand in the reception at South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) as the country prepares to mark 100 years since the end of the First World War.

Published 30 July 2018.

Thank you for taking part in the consultation on the design of future local government in Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire’s eight local authorities jointly thank all the people who have taken part in the recent consultation on local government reform in the county.

Published 24 July 2018.

Women recognised as Council salutes country’s Armed Forces

The role of women was highlighted during a flag raising ceremony at South Northamptonshire Council’s offices in Towcester this week during the build-up to Armed Forces Day on Saturday, 30 June…

Published 26 June 2018.

Astwell and Whittlewood election results

The results of the Astwell and Whittlewood by elections, held on Thursday, 21 June 2018 are as follows:

Published 22 June 2018.

Community invited to help council salute armed forces

Residents are being encouraged to show their support for veterans and serving personnel when South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) raises an Armed Forces Day flag above its offices on Monday, 25 June.

Published 14 June 2018.

Joint statement from Cherwell District Council and South Northamptonshire Council

The Local Government Review in Northamptonshire has required the Leader and the administration of Cherwell District Council to reflect upon its future and consider what is best for its residents.

Published 31 May 2018.

South Northamptonshire Council Audit of Accounts Year Ended 31st March 2018

South Northamptonshire Council Audit of Accounts Year Ended 31st March 2018 Notice of Public Rights

Published 23 May 2018.

Cherwell and South Northamptonshire Councils minded to end Partnership

Cherwell District Council and South Northamptonshire councils have announced that with great regret the partnership between the two councils dating back to 2010 will draw to a close.

Published 23 May 2018.

Former national radio presenter takes on council chairmanship

Once a well-known front man for LBC radio in London and a lead presenter on BBC Five Live, Cllr Richard Dallyn has been elected as the new chairman for South Northamptonshire Council.

Published 17 May 2018.

Northamptonshire local authorities welcome deadline extension

Local authority leaders and chief executives are pleased that the Government has granted an extension to the deadline for new local government proposals in Northamptonshire.

Published 17 May 2018.

Middleton Cheney election results

The result of the Middleton Cheney by election to find a new South Northamptonshire Council ward member are as follows

Published 13 April 2018.

Leaders of the Districts and Borough Councils across Northamptonshire acknowledge statement from Secretary of State about Northamptonshire County Council

The Leaders of the councils across Northants have acknowledged today’s statement by Sajid Javid, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government regarding Northants County Council.

Published 27 March 2018.

Joint statement following Best Value Inspection into Northamptonshire County Council

Borough and District Council Leaders from across Northamptonshire met with Local Government Minister, Rishi Sunak MP today.

Published 20 March 2018.

Leaders of the districts and borough councils across Northamptonshire stress that residents need to be at the heart of any discussions

In the light of the Northamptonshire County Council Best Value report released today, the Leaders of the Districts and Borough Councils across Northamptonshire have published their reactions.

Published 15 March 2018.

Councils told good financial position makes them ready for future challenges

Strong finances are putting two councils in a position to develop opportunities for growth according to an peer review into South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) and Cherwell District Council.

Published 2 March 2018.

Middleton Cheney councillor thanked for her service to South Northamptonshire

Cllr Judith Baxter has been thanked for her service to South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) after standing down.

Published 1 March 2018.

Councils’ former chief executive receives MBE in Queen’s New Year’s honours

Sue Smith, the former joint chief executive of South Northamptonshire and Cherwell District Councils has been recognised for her services to local government in the Queen’s New Year’s…

Published 29 December 2017.

Nearly a quarter of a tonne of food was donated to local charities after council workers wore Christmas jumpers for the day

Nearly a quarter of a tonne of food was donated to local charities after council workers wore Christmas jumpers for the day.

Published 22 December 2017.

Tributes paid to former district council chairman

Tributes are being paid to Brian Sheppard, the former chairman of South Northamptonshire Council (SNC), after he passed away during the early hours of Sunday, 17 December.

Published 21 December 2017.

Supporting hospital’s legal challenge was the right decision

The decision to challenge the consultation process regarding plans to downgrade services at Banbury’s Horton General Hospital was the “right thing to do” according to the leader of…