20 March 2025
Ashington Town Council is taking proactive steps to enhance local public transport infrastructure, demonstrating a collaborative approach with Northumberland County Council (NCC) to improve passenger experience and accessibility. On behalf of NCC, Ashington Town Council officers, Mark Air and Ryan Appleby, have successfully installed stand information at Ashington Bus Station, providing clear guidance for passengers.
Working closely with NCC’s bus ambassador, Bill Lynch, the council is developing a strategic approach to bus shelters across Ashington. NCC will provide user information, allowing a targeted strategy that prioritises the most frequently used bus stops, with a strong emphasis on creating accessible and comfortable waiting spaces for residents. In addition to shelter improvements, Ashington Town Council officers are committed to supporting the repair and upgrade of timetable cabinets. Leveraging their local knowledge, the council will work closely with NCC to review and upgrade timetable cabinets, ensuring these crucial information points meet the needs of local passengers.
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| Annual Grant Funding 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Group | Amount Awarded |
| Ashington Cricket Club | £8,125 |
| Ashington Hirst Running Club | £2,968 |
| Ashington Rugby Club | £3,000 |
| Being Woman | £2,800 |
| Cambois Rowing Club | £5,000 |
| Citizen's Advice Northumberland | £14,242 |
| Cycling 4 Everyone | £2,805.41 |
| Escape Family Support | £8,000 |
| Mortal Fools | £5,000 |
| Northumberland Community Bank | £2,000 |
| Real Deal Plus | £5,000 |
| Reiverdale Scouts | £950 |
| Talking Marras | £2,500 |
| Wansbeck Valley Foodbank | £14,500 |
| YMCA Northumberland | £10,000 |
| Small Grants - May 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Group | Amount Awarded |
| Sea Cadets | £500 |
| Newbiggin Brass Band | £500 |
| Ashington Veteran & Elders Institute | £500 |
| Small Grants - July 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Group | Amount Awarded |
| Koast Radio | £250 |
| Ashington Air Force Cadets | £500 |
| Repurposeful CIC | £500 |
| North East Immediate Care | £500 |
| Small Grants - September 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Group | Amount Awarded |
| Friends of Ashington Community Woods | £500 |
| Seaton Hirst Veterans Institute | £500 |
| Pride Action North | £500 |
| Wansbeck Christmas Toy Appeal | £500 |
| Climate Action Wansbeck | £500 |
| Ashington Panto Group | £500 |
| Parkhead and Wansbeck Powersports | £500 |
| AFC Newbiggin FC | £500 |
| Blossoming Communities | £500 |
| Small Grants - February 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Group | Amount Awarded |
| Ashington Community Litter Project | £500 |
| Butokokan Judo | £500 |
| North Seaton Colliery Community Centre | £500 |
20 March 2025
Ashington Town Council is taking proactive steps to enhance local public transport infrastructure, demonstrating a collaborative approach with Northumberland County Council (NCC) to improve passenger experience and accessibility. On behalf of NCC, Ashington Town Council officers, Mark Air and Ryan Appleby, have successfully installed stand information at Ashington Bus Station, providing clear guidance for passengers.
Working closely with NCC’s bus ambassador, Bill Lynch, the council is developing a strategic approach to bus shelters across Ashington. NCC will provide user information, allowing a targeted strategy that prioritises the most frequently used bus stops, with a strong emphasis on creating accessible and comfortable waiting spaces for residents. In addition to shelter improvements, Ashington Town Council officers are committed to supporting the repair and upgrade of timetable cabinets. Leveraging their local knowledge, the council will work closely with NCC to review and upgrade timetable cabinets, ensuring these crucial information points meet the needs of local passengers.
