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Private Sector Housing Assistance Policy review
The current Private Sector Housing Policy has been in place since 1 April 2021 when the unitary council was created. During the last three years, we have identified areas of improvement within the Private Sector Housing Policy and the need to incorporate new and revised proposals as a response to the Regulatory Reform (Housing Assistance) (England and Wales) Order 2002 (RRO) and The Housing Grants, Construction, and Regeneration Act 1996. The (RRO) allows local authorities... MoreClosed 17 November 2024 -
Term Dates for North Northamptonshire schools for the 2026-27 academic year
North Northamptonshire Council is now consulting on proposed term dates for Community and Voluntary Controlled schools for the 2026-27 academic year. The consultation will run from Monday 11 November 2024 to Sunday 29 December 2024. Please note that Academies, Free, Foundation and Voluntary Aided schools can set their own term dates, although they may choose to adopt those used by the local authority. The proposed term dates are... MoreOpened 11 November 2024 -
Consultation on school admission arrangements for September 2026 intakes
When changes are proposed to admission arrangements, all admission authorities must consult on their admission arrangements (including any supplementary information form) that will apply for admission applications the following school year. Where the admission arrangements have not changed from the previous year there is no requirement to consult. However, admission authorities must consult on their admission arrangements at least once every 7 years, even if there have been no changes... MoreOpened 11 November 2024 -
Independent Living Schemes – new builds for 2026
North Northamptonshire Council Commissioners are seeking views from residents, those 50 years and above (with or without current care and support needs) regarding new accommodation opportunities being built in Wellingborough and Oundle with a planned opening in 2026. These new developments will include 24-hour on-site care provision and are known as Independent Living Schemes (formerly referred to as Extra Care/ Assisted Living schemes). What are Independent Living... MoreClosed 10 November 2024 -
Harmonising payment options and the proposed removal of paying by cash at the Corby Cube
North Northamptonshire Council is continuing its journey to align services. As part of aligning the wider customer experience offer, we are working towards customers being able to interact with any of our customer facing offices, in a harmonised way. The ways in which we process payments should be consistent, efficient and effective across all areas. We have identified the closure of the Corby Cube cash facility during the recent pandemic resulted in a behaviour change, with... MoreOpened 6 November 2024 -
Adult Social Care Strategy 2024-2029
The Care Act 2014 sets out the statutory duties for Local Authorities and has a focus on wellbeing, enablement, partnership working and outcomes. It has been key to our approach in developing North Northamptonshire Council’s draft Adult Social Care Strategy 2024-2029. The draft Strategy supports people aged 18 and over as well as young people from the age of 14 moving into adulthood. We want to hear your views on the draft Adult Social Care Strategy... MoreOpened 5 November 2024 -
Final consultation: Proposed changes to car parking charges at Corby Rail Station
North Northamptonshire Council own and manage the public parking at Corby Rail Station. The management and charges are regulated under a Road Traffic Regulation Order. The Order and the associated legislation sets out which vehicles may park, the way spaces should be used and the costs of duration of parking. The Order allows the Council to review and vary the charges from time to time. The Council has considered the feedback received during a pre-consultation exercise, which closed on 2... MoreClosed 3 November 2024 -
Calling all Northamptonshire pharmacies - we need your views
North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council Public Health teams are completing some important research and gathering information to support the development of Pharmaceutical Needs Assessments (PNAs). This will help to identify unmet needs, improvements or better access to, pharmaceutical. Your feedback will tell us where contractors are already contributing to meeting people’s needs and can help us and other commissioners meet the needs of the population in the future.... MoreClosed 3 November 2024 -
Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy review
We are reviewing our Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy, which took effect 1 April 2023, to ensure it reflects the Decision of 11 July 2024 , made by the Council's Executive, to transition to a single hackney carriage zone from 1 April 2025, updated guidance issued by the Department for Transport and operational learning. The current Policy and supporting Appendices can be viewed on our website . We want to implement a Policy which... MoreOpened 28 October 2024 -
Wellingborough & Rushden Area Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan – Final stage
Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans (LCWIP) provide a strategic approach to identifying cycling and walking improvements at a local level. They enable a long-term approach to developing local cycling and walking networks for the next ten years. They also form a vital part of the Government’s strategy to increase the number of trips made on foot or by cycle. The approach that has been taken to develop the LCWIP is summarised within a ... MoreClosed 27 October 2024 -
Polling District and Polling Place Review 2024
North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) is conducting a further review of polling districts and polling places that are used across North Northamptonshire to take account of new ward boundaries that come into effect for the Local Government Elections that will be held in May 2025. We need to ensure that the new wards are subdivided into smaller voting areas called polling districts and that there is a polling station allocated to each of those polling districts. ... MoreClosed 25 October 2024 -
Local Nature Recovery Strategy for North Northamptonshire
What is the Local Nature Recovery Strategy? The draft North Northamptonshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) is about restoring and enhancing biodiversity across the area. There is a focus on protecting and restoring key habitats and important local native species. The draft strategy links green spaces to improve wildlife movement and strengthen the area’s resilience to climate change. The delivery of the LNRS will rely on collaboration between local... MoreOpened 25 October 2024 -
Climate change attitudes and behaviours
We are launching this important survey to gather your thoughts on climate change, our six main areas of focus, and your suggestions for actions we should take to mitigate climate change risks in North Northamptonshire. This survey forms part of a wider consultation on the Council’s draft Framework for Climate Change which will inform our reimagined Climate Change Strategy, Engagement will take place in two ways: Climate change... MoreClosed 20 October 2024 -
Climate Change Framework - have your say
Climate change is an urgent issue impacting our communities, with rising temperatures and more extreme weather events posing serious and increasing risks to our environment, health, and economy. The Council is committed to tackling climate change head-on by creating a reimagined strategy for North Northamptonshire. Engagement will take place in two ways: Climate change attitudes and behaviours . Seeking your thoughts on... MoreClosed 20 October 2024 -
Statement of Licensing Principles: Gambling Act 2005
The Gambling Act 2005 places the responsibility for the licensing of gambling premises and the issuing of gambling permits with Local Authorities in their area. We are required in law to publish a written Statement of Licensing Principles (usually referred to as the Gambling Licensing Policy), setting out how we intend to exercise the licensing and enforcement powers conveyed to us under the Act. The Council’s current Gambling Licensing... MoreClosed 18 October 2024 -
Give us your views on Pharmaceutical Needs
North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council Public Health teams are completing some important research on how you feel about pharmacy services. A pharmacy, also known as a chemist, is a place you would go to: To collect a prescription To buy medicines To talk to a pharmacist for advice about your illnesses or medication We do not mean any pharmacy in a hospital, or somewhere you shop to buy anything other than medicine, for example, beauty... MoreClosed 6 October 2024 -
Designation of the Kettering Central Neighbourhood Area
North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) has received an application from Kettering Town Council for the designation of a neighbourhood area. Under Regulation 6 of the Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012, NNC is required to publicise the application to let people know about it and provide details of how they can make comments. You can view the full application and map . People who live, work or carry on business in... MoreClosed 3 October 2024 -
Healthwatch - give us your views
The important role of the local Healthwatch in providing a strong and independent public voice is both recognised and valued. The Health & Social Care Act 2012 places a duty for top tier authorities to locally commission Healthwatch, which is the primary public champion for both local health and social care systems. Healthwatch plays an important role in monitoring the quality of local services and gathering the views and experiences of customers and the wider public; and presenting these... MoreClosed 15 September 2024 -
Burial Reservation Policy - have your say
North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) operates 13 cemeteries where residents of North Northamptonshire can choose to be buried: Corby: Shire Lodge NN17 2AE, Rockingham Road NN17 1AD Kettering: Rothwell Road NN16 8XE, Broughton NN14 1ND, Burton Latimer NN15 5LU, Cransley NN14 1PX, Desborough NN14 2QB, Rothwell NN14 1RX, Pytchley NN14 1ET, Kettering NN15 7PF Wellingborough: Doddington Road NN8 2 JH, Finedon NN9 5NS Wollaston, NN29 7PP The... MoreClosed 4 September 2024 -
Public Spaces Protection Order Extension - Corby Town Centre - Consultation 2024
A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is a power under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, that allows a council to impose restrictions in particular areas to tackle nuisance or problem behaviour, within a defined public area. North Northamptonshire Council is seeking your views and evidence on whether the PSPO for Corby Town Centre, which was granted in 2015, and renewed in 2018 and 2021 should be renewed and extended for a further 3 years. ... MoreClosed 23 August 2024 -
Public Health services for children, young people and families, and sexual health - have your say
Help shape the future of public health services for children, young people and families, and sexual health in North Northamptonshire. We're launching an important survey to gather your thoughts on proposed changes to some of our public health services, and we need your valuable input. Building on your previous feedback In 2023, we conducted surveys on our services for children, young people and families (0-19 years), and sexual health. Your responses were crucial in shaping... MoreClosed 21 August 2024 -
Proposed changes to car parking charges at Corby Rail Station
The Council own and manage the public parking at Corby Rail Station. The management and charges are regulated under a Road Traffic Regulation Order. The Order also defines the extent of the parking. The Order and the associated legislation sets out which vehicles may park, the way spaces should be used and the costs of duration of parking. The Order allows the Council to review and vary the charges from time to time. The Council propose to bring public parking charges at... MoreClosed 2 August 2024 -
Application under the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016, as amended – Northants Concrete Group Ltd, Earls Barton
The company known as Northants Concrete Group Ltd, 9 – 11 Whitehouse Industrial Estate, Earls Barton, Northamptonshire NN6 0HJ has applied to North Northamptonshire Council for a permit to operate an installation for the storing, loading or unloading of cement or cement clinker in bulk prior to further transportation in bulk. Below is a copy of the application: Application form Boundary Map Concrete Batching and Delivery... MoreClosed 30 July 2024 -
We would like to hear your views on services for adults who are Autistic or have Mental Health Needs
North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) are currently recommissioning services in partnership with the Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) for adults aged 18 and over. Commissioners are seeking views from local residents, families/carers and professionals in relation to accommodation and support services for individuals with Mental Health Needs and those who are Autistic. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who are supported within a... MoreClosed 28 July 2024 -
Weight Management Services in North Northants
We would like to understand your awareness and experiences of local weight management services, and the type of adult weight management support you would like to access. The results from this survey will be used by North Northamptonshire Council to inform Public Health of local preferences on adult health services. In this survey: The term ‘healthy eating’ is used to describe a balanced and diverse approach to eating habits. The term ‘weight... MoreClosed 30 June 2024 -
Proposed Change to Charging Policy for Appointeeship Service
North Northamptonshire Council (the Council) is seeking your views to help guide our decisions regarding the continued provision of an Appointeeship service for customers who lack capacity to manage their money and other financial affairs. The Appointeeship service is an essential part of financial support offered to people with eligible care and support needs living in the community or a care home. Whilst the Council has been providing this service for many... MoreClosed 2 June 2024 -
Wellingborough & Rushden Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan
North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) is working with consultants Pell Frischmann, Kier and Brightwayz social enterprise to develop a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for Wellingborough, Rushden and other towns nearby. LCWIPs provide a strategic approach to identifying cycling and walking improvements at a local level. They enable a long-term approach to developing local cycling and walking networks for the next ten years. They also form a vital part of the... MoreClosed 31 May 2024 -
Member Officer Workshop Survey
Thank you for investing your valuable time in attending the member officer workshop on Tuesday 23rd April. Emily, Matt and I are keen to ensure that we get the most out of the event. To help us do this we would like to ask for your feedback as to what aspects of the event resonated with you. What worked well, what could be improved upon, and how members and officers can work more closely together in the future. Your insights are invaluable to help us move... MoreClosed 20 May 2024 -
Kettering Energy Park – Masterplan Consultation, 2nd draft
In April 2023 North Northamptonshire Council promoted First Renewable Developments’ public consultation on the draft Kettering Energy Park Masterplan. Following feedback from the local community and other stakeholders, an amended Masterplan has been prepared by First Renewable Developments. Amongst other changes , there will be less warehousing and more biodiversity net gain. Technical documents informing the Masterplan have also been made available for review. ... MoreClosed 15 May 2024 -
Local Air Quality Strategy - have your say
All Local Authorities in England have been requested by the Department of Environment and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to publish a Local Air Quality Strategy. The draft Local Air Quality Strategy contains a list of proposed measures that North Northamptonshire Council are taking, and will take in the future, to maintain and improve good air quality in collaboration with other stakeholders. Measures include: Promoting and providing infrastructure for... MoreClosed 7 April 2024
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