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  • Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation 2024 (Submission Version)

    Semilong & Trinity (forming part of Northampton Town Council area) have submitted the final version of the Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Plan: Semilong and Trinity Neighbourhood Development Plan (Submission Version, June 2024) to West Northamptonshire Council. As the local planning authority, the Council is now required to undertake a consultation to provide an opportunity for all parties to comment on whether the submitted plan meets the basic conditions before it goes to... More
    Closed 1 December 2024
  • Have your say on our Draft Tenancy Policy

    We are consulting on the West Northamptonshire draft Tenancy Policy which applies to all council tenants in West Northamptonshire. Background In April 2024, The Regulator of Social Housing introduced new rules called Consumer Standards for Social Housing Landlords in England. One key rule, the Tenancy Standard, needs every Registered Provider of Social Housing to publish easy to understand policies about how they manage tenancies. ... More
    Closed 27 November 2024
  • Barby and Onley Review Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation 2024, submission version

    Barby and Onley Parish Council have submitted the final version of the Barby and Onley Review Neighbourhood Plan: Barby and Onley Neighbourhood Development Plan Submission Version, September 2024. As the local planning authority, the Council is now required to undertake a consultation to provide an opportunity for all parties to comment on whether the submitted plan meets the basic conditions before it goes to examination. This consultation is known as Regulation 16 stage in... More
    Closed 24 November 2024
  • Your views on parking options and tackling anti-social behaviour at Northampton Racecourse

    We are asking people to give their views on parking and anti-social behaviour at Northampton Racecourse, Kettering Road, Northampton to help us put new plans in place to address the issues. Background The Racecourse in Northampton is situated roughly a mile from the town centre and boasts a number of sports pitches (including changing facilities), a few playgrounds and is generally a very popular destination for sports and recreation, as well as some planned events. ... More
    Closed 24 November 2024
  • Crick Housing Needs Survey

    West Northamptonshire Council is conducting a housing needs survey in your area, and you are invited to take part. Housing needs surveys are completed to help identify current and future housing need at a local level. Information collected from the surveys helps the council to understand and work towards improving the housing supply to meet those needs and looks at whether the area needs market housing, affordable housing, or both. The last Crick Housing Needs Survey was carried out... More
    Closed 17 November 2024
  • Welcome back to Northampton Market Square - feedback survey

    During the weekend of 19 and 20 October 2024 Northampton Market Square officially reopened. We would love your feedback to help us improve future events. Northampton Market Square welcomed people to its official reopening to browse the market stalls and to celebrate and mark the opening with a weekend of family entertainment, live music, and delicious food and drink offerings. The event attracted many visitors and supported traders, our Northampton-based businesses, and the... More
    Closed 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 pharmacies. 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. ... More
    Closed 3 November 2024
  • West Northamptonshire – Heritage Open Days Visitor Experience 2024

    We hope you have enjoyed West Northamptonshire Heritage Open Days. If you are happy to share your experiences with us, please complete this survey. We carry out a yearly survey following the open days to gather feedback, this helps us in making West Northamptonshire Heritage Open Days even better for the next year. The data will only be used for the purpose of this consultation and will not be passed on to a third party. Any information given to us is treated as... More
    Closed 31 October 2024
  • Emergencies: How prepared are you?

    September is Preparedness Month and as part of the national #30Days30WaysUK campaign we run an annual survey to find out how prepared people are for emergencies that may happen. Since 2015, the 30Days30WaysUK campaign aims to inspire and empower people to be more ‘emergency ready’. This short survey has its roots in the 2008 ‘place survey’ across all local authorities in England and the 2013 ‘How Prepared Are You’ survey in Northamptonshire. It also takes inspiration... More
    Closed 31 October 2024
  • Calling West Northamptonshire businesses to feedback on The Tour of Britain

    Superstars of world cycling competed in West Northamptonshire on Saturday 7 September 2024 for the 20th edition of Britain’s biggest professional cycle race, the Tour of Britian. This put a spotlight on the area and attracted visitors from far and wide, in turn helping support our businesses and the local economy. If you attended we hope you enjoyed the excitement and spirit of this prestigious bicycle race. To help us with future events, we are asking businesses in... More
    Closed 20 October 2024
  • Your views on tackling domestic abuse

    If you live or work in West Northamptonshire, are over the age of 16, and have experienced any form of abusive or harmful behaviour from someone you love or care about, such as a partner or family member, we want to hear from you. Domestic abuse includes a wide range of experiences, from being controlled, manipulated, or emotionally abused, to physical, financial, or sexual abuse. It can, and does, affect anyone regardless of race, age, sex, gender, or sexuality. Because these... More
    Closed 18 October 2024
  • Have your say on the draft West Northamptonshire Local Transport Plan

    We are developing West Northamptonshire’s Local Transport Plan (LTP). The LTP sets out our vision on maintaining and improving all aspects of local transport up to 2045. We are now seeking your views on our draft LTP. A LTP is a statutory document that sets out the transportation needs, challenges, and priorities for a local area. It provides the medium to long-term strategic direction for maintaining and improving all aspects of local transport with initial focus on the next five... More
    Closed 17 October 2024
  • Have your say on Wantage Park Crematorium Facility

    West Northamptonshire Council wants to develop a state of the art and sustainable new crematorium facility on land at Wantage Farm, in the Round Spinney area of Northampton. We are asking for your views on it proposed designs before a formal planning application is submitted in November 2024. Background The Wantage Park site will become a vital part of the West Northamptonshire community, the proposal offers a modern crematorium, ceremonial spaces, and a... More
    Closed 16 October 2024
  • Give us your views on our draft West Northamptonshire Tree and Woods Strategy

    We would like your views on the West Northamptonshire Tree and Woods Strategy. West Northamptonshire Council is now in the final stages of developing a comprehensive tree and woods strategy to help us manage trees more effectively, as well as to set our vision and action plan for the future treescape of West Northamptonshire. This follows previous engagement that was carried out over winter 2023/2024, and ensures that local issues and priorities from this have been considered. We... More
    Closed 13 October 2024
  • Have your say on our proposed HMO (houses in multiple occupation) Additional Licensing Scheme

    We are proposing to introduce a new Additional Licensing Scheme for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs). The new scheme will be a continuation of the existing scheme introduced in 2020, but extended to include areas of new development, areas where the level of anti-social behaviour or property conditions indicate that further intervention is necessary, and to bring a closer alignment of the Additional Licensing designation to the Council’s Article 4 restrictions under the... More
    Closed 7 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... More
    Closed 6 October 2024
  • Seeking your views on the development of our Climate Change Strategy

    We are developing a Climate Change Strategy for West Northamptonshire which will detail the actions the Council will take to become better prepared for climate change as well as reduce locally produced greenhouse gas emissions, which are a key driver of climate change. Greenhouse gases (GHGs) regulate the Earth’s temperature in a similar way to the glass of a greenhouse, without this greenhouse gas effect, the Earth would become too cold for life as we know it. Human activities,... More
    Closed 29 September 2024
  • The Tour of Britain, West Northamptonshire stage feedback

    Superstars of world cycling competed in West Northamptonshire on Saturday 7 September 2024 for the 20th edition of Britain’s biggest professional cycle race, the Tour of Britian. This put a spotlight on the area and attracted visitors from far and wide, in turn helping support our businesses and the local economy. If you attended we hope you enjoyed the excitement and spirit of this prestigious bicycle race. To help us with future events, we are asking residents and... More
    Closed 22 September 2024
  • Tell us about local leisure facilities and what you do to be active

    Let us know how you feel about West Northamptonshire leisure facilities and how you get active to help us to plan and develop the delivery of services for the future. Background West Northamptonshire Council is currently developing an Active Lives Strategy and also looking at the future management of its leisure centres including how we operate the centres and deliver a high-quality service within the centres and within the community. To help us with... More
    Closed 15 September 2024
  • Have your say on the draft West Northamptonshire Electric Vehicles Infrastructure Strategy 2024-2030

    We would like your feedback on our West Northamptonshire Electric Vehicles Infrastructure Strategy. Background West Northamptonshire Council is committed to achieving net zero for its own activities by 2030 and across the West Northamptonshire area by 2045. This is to support the Net Zero Government Initiative for 2050, helping to address the climate emergency and support our residents in their transition to electric mobility. To achieve this, we all need to use motorised... More
    Closed 15 September 2024
  • Consultation on the Proposal to lower the age range at Hunsbury Park Primary School, Northampton

    We are looking for views on the proposal to lower the age range for Hunsbury Park Primary School, Dayrell Rd, Northampton NN4 9RR from ages 4 to 11 year olds to 2 to 11 year olds. This will allow Hunsbury Park Primary School to take over the running of Campers Early Years and Out of School Club, located on site at Hunsbury Park Primary School (that is currently closed due to unforeseen circumstances). It is proposed that subject to a... More
    Closed 10 September 2024
  • Have your say on the draft West Northamptonshire Parks Development Strategy

    We are giving people the opportunity to have their say in shaping our Parks Development Strategy. Background to our strategy West Northamptonshire Council owns and manages over 150 parks and green spaces which include war memorials, and town and country parks. Our draft Parks Development strategy sets out how we will manage our major parks and green spaces, and looks at opportunities to improve and innovate within them, whilst retaining what makes them unique and... More
    Closed 8 September 2024
  • Have your say on the West Northamptonshire Draft Tenancy Strategy

    We are consulting on the West Northamptonshire draft Tenancy Strategy. Background Every UK local authority is required by law to have a tenancy strategy which sets out the approach that Councils and Registered Providers of Social Housing need to consider when developing their own tenancy policies. This includes: The types of tenancies, The circumstances that different types of tenancies will be granted, The length of fixed-term tenancies, The... More
    Closed 18 August 2024
  • Community Governance Review Phase 2 Consultation

    We are conducting a community governance review (CGR). This is a process for reviewing parish and town council boundaries, deciding how many councillors a parish council should have, and other local governance related arrangements. It is not a review of West Northamptonshire Ward boundaries or Parliamentary Constituency boundaries. Background West Northamptonshire Council is responsible for parish electoral and governance arrangements within West Northamptonshire. Parish... More
    Closed 28 July 2024
  • Help West Northamptonshire Council to commission good quality supported living

    Do you or a family member receive help through health or social care funded supported living? If yes, then we want to hear from you. Who is it for? Supported living is suitable for those who are 18 years old or over with certain care and support needs and have a physical disability, learning disability, autism or mental health problems. Supported living is: about having your own place to live, with the support you need being independent with your own front door... More
    Closed 7 July 2024
  • Great Oxendon Plan Submission Regulation 16 Consultation 2024

    Great Oxendon Parish Council and the Great Oxendon Neighbourhood Plan Advisory Committee have submitted the final version of the Great Oxendon Neighbourhood Plan: Great Oxendon Neighbourhood Development Plan 2023 - 2029 Submission Version, February 2024. As the local planning authority, the Council is now required to undertake a consultation to provide an opportunity for all parties to comment on whether the submitted plan meets the basic conditions before it goes to examination. This... More
    Closed 23 June 2024
  • Give us your views on our draft Local Flood Risk Management Strategy objectives

    We would like people to have their say in shaping the West Northamptonshire Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. Background West Northamptonshire Council, as Lead Local Flood Authority has a legal duty to develop a Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. Under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, we are required to develop, apply and monitor a Local Flood Risk Management Strategy which sets out how we intend to manage floods and the effect of flooding on our... More
    Closed 16 June 2024
  • Give us your views on Healthwatch

    We would like to understand how you feel about local Healthwatch services in West Northamptonshire. Background Healthwatch is an independent consumer champion for people who use health and social care services in the local area. Its job is to ensure that local voices are heard and that people’s views and experiences are used to improve existing services and to help shape services. Where issues are identified, Healthwatch will ensure that the NHS, local authorities and other... More
    Closed 16 June 2024
  • Your views on Daventry Town Centre Masterplan 2024

    West Northamptonshire Council are consulting on a Masterplan for Daventry town centre. In partnership with Savills Urban Design Studio, Mae and Camlins, we have developed a town centre vision and Masterplan for Daventry. The Masterplan identifies a range of key development opportunities and public realm improvements to act as a catalyst for economic growth. Background The Masterplan is developed on the principles established in the Daventry Vision 2035 which... More
    Closed 13 June 2024
  • Amplifying Greyfriars in Northampton

    Have your say on our refreshed vision for Greyfriars. Background Greyfriars in Northampton is been identified as a site to benefit from significant regeneration and showcase the town’s deep history. There is an opportunity to bring the area to life by reinventing existing structures and the general ground area to highlight the towns historic links to shoemaking, leathercraft, brewing, art and music to name a few. West Northamptonshire Council is working with consultation... More
    Closed 9 June 2024
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