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Sunday  29th November 2026 4pm to 6 pm

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Please do not park in Church Street during the event. Please remove your vehicle by 3.00pm

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North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

We all hope the worst won't happen. There has been alot of press coverage about the government's advice on how to be prepared in the face of an emergency.

The North Northants website has a section dedicated to emergencies and advice on protecting yourself and protecting your business.

This link will take you to the section of their website that has information about emergency planning

https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/emergency-planning

Not everyone wants to take part in trick or treating, and there are many reasons why. Some people may have health issues, anxiety, young children, pets, sensory sensitivities, or simply prefer a quiet evening at home. Others may not celebrate Halloween at all.

A dark house or a “no trick or treat” sign should be respected without judgement. Halloween should be about fun, kindness and consideration for everyone. 👻🧡

This pdf file can be printed off and displayed by anyone who wishes to use it.

As a Council we are aware that it appears a person has built some form of platform or tree house in the large trees in the field behind the recreation ground.

We have made contact with a person responsible for the field and made them aware.

This is not our land so we cannot take any direct action.

Please advise your children and young people not to attempt to reach the platform. 

Any noise or other nuisance you are experincing as a result of this platform and its occupant should be reported through the appropriate channels, for example, to the Police or environmental health etc

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

In July we set three local priorities for the East Northamptonshire area and surrounding villages including Rushden, Higham Ferrers, Irthlingborough, Raunds, Thrapston and Oundle. These were anti-social motorcycle nuisance, road safety and road traffic offences, and drug dealing and drug misuse. These priorities were based on concerns raised by local residents, together with local crime data and information provided by partner agencies, such as the local council.

These priorities have been the focus of much of our work over the past three months. Below is an update on some of the activity undertaken by the East Northants Neighbourhood Policing Team to address them:

Anti-social motorcycle nuisance

• We have seized three illegal electric motorcycles in Rushden and continue to gather intelligence across the area.
• Officers routinely carry out proactive patrols and enforcement activity across the area targeting off road motorcycles.

Drug dealing and drug misuse

• Officers regularly use stop and search powers under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
• We have one investigation in Rushden which remains ongoing relating to drug supply, and another in Irthlingborough. We continue to work closely with residents to develop intelligence around drug dealing and drug misuse in key locations across the area.
• We have secured two out of court resolutions for drug possession with immediate justice referrals.

Road safety and traffic offences:

• We have recovered five vehicles for various traffic offences in this period, and two drivers have been reported for driving offences.
• We have issued multiple anti-social behaviour warning letters to people suspected of riding illegal electric motorbikes.
• We also utilise Section 59 seizure powers across the area to tackle off road bikes as a result of information provided by residents. We continue to educate the community around the rules for two wheeled vehicles and promote safer driving.

Everyone who lives or works in Northamptonshire is invited to tell us about any local issues that concern them and the easiest way to do this is by completing our local priorities survey every few months so we can be sure we have your current views. You can complete the survey here.

For more information about local priorities and how and why we set them, please read our Priorities Q&A here.

Kind regards, East Northants Neighbourhood Policing Team

North Northamptonshire Council is consulting on its draft Car Parking Strategy 2026-2036, which sets out a long-term approach for the management of Council owned car parks and parking services across the area.

The objectives for the draft Car Parking Strategy 2026-2036 are to establish a consistent approach to:   

Reduce congestion, particularly in town centres, encouraging efficient use of car parks  

2. Promote healthy and sustainable travel choices  

3. Adopt a user pays principle for car parks  

4. Reinvest and improve infrastructure within car parks, to include reliable, modern and efficient payment options  

5. Improve user experience and ensure car parks are safe, secure and fit for purpose 

This consultation closes at 23.59 on 20 December 2026

North Northamptonshire Draft Car Parking Strategy 2026-2036 - have your say - North Northamptonshire Council - Citizen Space

Manor School Sixth Form – Public Consultation

Nene Education Trust, working in partnership with Meridian Trust, has launched a public consultation on a proposal to close sixth form provision at Manor School from September 2027.

No final decision has been made.

The full consultation proposal, Equality Impact Assessment and how to respond are available on our website: Manor School Raunds - Manor School Sixth Form – Public Consultation 

The Trust welcomes feedback from all interested parties.

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

The latest newsletter from the OPFCC can be downloaded and read from the link below

Do you agree with Stanwick Parish Council saying it should increase the number of Parish Council seats from 7 to 9?

Key points:

• More community representation
  Would having two additional councillors provide better representation of different parts, interests and age groups within Stanwick?

• Greater range of views and experience
  Would nine councillors bring a wider range of skills, knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Council's discussions and decisions?
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•  Capacity to get things done
• Would additional councillors give the Parish Council greater capacity to undertake projects, attend meetings, engage with residents and work with other organisations?

• Workload and responsibilities
  Is the current workload becoming too much for seven councillors, or can the Council effectively manage its responsibilities with the existing number?

• Effective decision-making
  Would increasing the number make discussions and decision-making more representative, or could a larger Council make reaching decisions more difficult?

• Cost to local taxpayers
  Additional councillors may increase the Council's costs, for example through training. Is the potential benefit worth any additional cost?

• Future needs of the parish
  Should the decision consider not just the Council's current workload, but the likely needs, population and development of Stanwick over the coming years?

• Accountability and scrutiny
  Would two additional councillors improve the Council's ability to scrutinise decisions, challenge proposals and hold itself and others to account?

• The right size for Stanwick
  Ultimately, is nine councillors the right size for Stanwick Parish Council—large enough to provide effective representation and capacity, but small enough to remain efficient and manageable?

Quick Poll: https://forms.gle/Fqu4WYaJQtecyMM3A

More information can be found in the files below:

Chelveston and Denford have both recently secured a reduction to the speed limit in parts of their parish. This is a quick poll to understand people's feelings on whether Stanwick should have a 20 mph zone. If there is enough interest, the Parish Council will undertake a more detailed consultation that will give people the opportunity express their thoughts fully

https://forms.gle/XeXVTtjz5JHBptPR8

What is a Housing Needs Survey?

A Housing Needs Survey helps a community understand what types of homes local people need now and in the future. It provides evidence about the demand for affordable housing, smaller homes, family homes, homes for older people and other types of accommodation. The findings can help inform local planning policies, influence future housing proposals and support funding applications. Most importantly, it gives residents an opportunity to have their housing needs heard and helps ensure that future development responds to the needs of the community.

With national housing policy placing increasing emphasis on delivering more homes and meeting evidenced local housing needs, it is particularly important that Stanwick residents make their views known. As the Stanwick Neighbourhood Plan approaches the end of its plan period, the Housing Needs Survey will provide valuable, up-to-date evidence about the homes local people actually need. Your participation will help ensure that future planning decisions and any review or replacement of the Neighbourhood Plan reflect the needs and aspirations of Stanwick residents.

Have your say about Stanwick's future housing needs

Stanwick is changing, and we need to understand what homes local people need now and in the future. With the Stanwick Neighbourhood Plan approaching the end of its plan period, and national housing policy placing increasing emphasis on housing delivery and evidenced local need, your views are particularly important.

This survey is your opportunity to tell us about your current and future housing needs. Taking part does not mean that you support more housing development or any particular development site. It simply helps build an accurate picture of the needs and aspirations of Stanwick residents.

Whether you are a homeowner, tenant, living with family, looking for your first home, considering downsizing or expect your housing needs to change, please take a few minutes to take part.

The more residents who respond, the stronger the evidence we will have to help shape Stanwick's future.

The link below will take you straight to the survey:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/t4kFwSdMwN

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

We, as the Parish Council, would like your views on what the Spencer Parade Gardens (next to the village hall) should offer you to, our residents, now and in the future. 

This link will take you to a Google Forms survey:

https://forms.gle/JC17arhFpGspv2Sq5

We would prefer survey responses to be made through this link. If you know of someone who would like to complete the survey but is unable to use the link, we can provide a paper copy. Or you could assist them on your device, if you feel able.

You may also see posters with a QR code to the survey - its the same survey.

The survey will close 15th October 2026

We, as the Parish Council, would like your views on what the Community Garden should offer you to, our residents, now and in the future. We are particularly keen to hear from people who are not familiar with the Community Garden on Raunds Road.

This link will take you to a Google Forms survey:

https://forms.gle/sLf1Qd8hx3o7X6SJA

We would prefer survey responses to be made through this link. If you know of someone who would like to complete the survey but is unable to use the link, we can provide a paper copy. Or you could assist them on your device, if you feel able.

You may also see posters with a QR code to the survey - its the same survey.

The survey will close 15th October 2026

Members of the Council have undertaken a routine inspection of the memorials at Stanwick Cemetery, Chelveston Road. This involves a visual inspection and a hand wobble test. We do not use any form of mechanical device to put pressure on a memorial.

One memorial was found to be unsafe and that is on grave 162 in the name of Gordon Whitlock. A sign has been placed on the memorial to make people aware.

Some headstones are found to be a ‘priority fail 2’ which means that the memorial is not an immediate danger but is not fully stable and will therefore need to be monitored every 12 months to assess further deterioration.

In all cases the responsibility for repair of these memorials rests with the owner of the grave or their descendants. Repair work should only be undertaken by a memorial mason with the appropriate insurances in place. If you intend to arrange for repair work, please notify the parish clerk.

When visiting the cemetery, please take care around all headstones, memorials and other features. Some may be old, fragile, uneven or unstable.

Please keep children supervised and do not lean, sit or climb on any memorial.

Visitors are responsible for taking reasonable care of their own safety and that of those accompanying them.

Fri 28 Aug 2026 18:00 - 19:00

Officer from Northants Police will be at Stanwick Post Office, High Street to speak to us about any concerns you have about crime and anti-social behaviour in your neighbourhood and find out more about the work we are doing to tackle local priorities.

Please note engagements are subject to cancellation due to operational demands, but we’ll always do our best to keep you informed.

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

Statement of Licensing Policy: Licensing Act 2003

We are consulting on the draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2027-2032. The draft Policy provides updated information and advice to existing and potential licence holders and to residents and responsible authorities about the promotion of the licensing objectives under the Act.

Have your say
Please visit the Your Voice Matters hub for further information, including how to have your say. You can also view all other consultation and engagement activities. Please feel free to share with family and friends or your networks who may be interested to share their views.

This consultation closes at 23.59, 9 October 2026

Your voice matters - Help shape our approach to consultation and engagement

How would you like to have your say on local issues?

We're developing our first Consultation and Engagement Strategy and want your views on how we listen and engage with residents.

We're looking at:

• How we can make it easier to get involved
• How we can reach more people
• The best ways to engage with different communities
• How we can better show how your views help shape decisions

Whether you've taken part before or not, we'd like to hear from you.

Share your views and help shape our future approach

Have your say
Please visit the Your Voice Matters hub for further information, including how to have your say. You can also view all other consultation and engagement activities. Please feel free to share with family and friends or your networks who may be interested to share their views.

This survey closes at 23.59, 4 October 2026

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

The latest newsletter from the OPFCC can be downloaded and read from the link below

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

Dear residents,

In April, we set three local priorities – Road safety and road traffic offences, drug dealing and drug misuse, and ASB nuisance motorcycles.

These were based on what local people told us concerned them most in their neighbourhood, as well as local crime statistics and information from our partners (such as the local council).

These priorities have been the focus of much of our work over the last three months and below is an update about some of the work we have been doing to tackle them over the last three months.

Road safety and road traffic offences

• Five vehicles have been recovered for various traffic offences
• One ASB warning letter was sent to a business who were using the road for an untaxed vehicle, along with numerous vehicles recovered for no tax relating to this
• Two community engagement events were held highlighting road safety

Drug dealing and drug misuse

• We have continued to develop intelligence around drug dealing locations across the area covered by the East Northamptonshire neighbourhood team
• Three out of court resolutions have been issued for drug possession with immediate justice referral.

ASB nuisance motorcycles

• We have seized one illegal electric motorcycle in Rushden
• We have issued one Section 59 notice to a vehicle that was being driven carelessly, off-road without authority, or in an anti-social manner that causes alarm, distress, or annoyance

Everyone who lives or works in Northamptonshire is invited to tell us about any local issues that concern them and the easiest way to do this is by completing our Local Priorities survey

Please click here to complete the survey

Your feedback is really important and we appreciate you taking the time to share your views with us.

East Northants Neighbourhood Policing Team

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

There has been a spate of local concerns. For-warned is for-armed. Lets makes sure criminals aren't successful

Distraction Burglary

Distraction burglars may pretend to be from a utility company, the council, or someone needing help, to gain entry.

Common Tactics

• Claiming to investigate a gas/water leak.
• Asking for help or a drink of water.
• Pretending to be in an emergency.
• Working in pairs, with one distracting while another enters.

How to Protect Yourself

• Use a door viewer or chain.
• Always check ID and verify it using a trusted phone number.
• Close the door while making checks.
• Arrange for callers to return when someone else is with you.
• Consider setting up a password scheme with utility companies.

Remember: If in doubt, keep them out.

You can download and print this no cold calling poster

It is sad to report that the 400 year old Copper Beech has reached the end of its life and must be felled for public safety. This work is being overseen by Amplius, the Housing Association responsible in Parklands.

We have instructed some essential tree work at the recreation ground, to three trees that back on to Rectory Close. Please give the contractors a wide berth when they are on site.

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

The Parish Council made a complaint to Anglian Water, follwoing concerns raised by residents, regarding the frequency and speed of white tankers passing through the residential area of Stanwick.

"COMPLAINT: A significant number of white tankers, 4 an hour counted at one point, cutting through the residential area of Stanwick (West Street/Spencer Parade/Raunds Road) to reach the pumping station rather than using the correct route of London Road Raunds from the A45.

Residents reporting that their properties are vibrating and shaking - so clearly the vehicles are not below the 30mph limit. Residents are reporting sleepless nights due to the disturbance.

I would like assurance that the vehicles will be directed to use the approved route where the weight restriction does not apply and an apology for disturbance that can be shared with residents together with a 24 hour contact point if the nuisance continues for residents to use.

Thank you"

Response from Anglian Water 12/05/26:

"Thank you for completing our online webform.

I just wanted to let you know that we have received your contact and will be dealing with it.  We’re investigating the issues with our operations manager and will get back to you once we’ve done this.

We’ll be in touch as soon as we possibly can and definitely by no later than 26^th May 2026.

If there’s anything else we can do for you in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to call on 01522 341 418 between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday where we’ll be happy to help. Alternatively, our operational helpline is open 24 hours a day on 03457 145 145. "

Below is the Anglian Water complaints leaflet for your information:

From Northants Police:

Officers from your local neighbourhood policing team will be holding a Speak with an Officer event in your area soon.

Please come along to meet your local officers and find out more about some of the steps you can take to help prevent crime and keep your home and family safe.

You can also speak to us about any concerns you have about crime and anti-social behaviour in your neighbourhood and find out more about the work we are doing to tackle local priorities.

Everyone is welcome and it would be great to see you there. Please let us know if you plan to attend. 

Please note engagements are subject to cancellation due to operational demands, but we’ll always do our best to keep you informed.

Stanwick Post Office, High Street 3-4pm

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

Applications are now open for emergency financial support to North Northamptonshire residents who use heating oil as their main or only heating source.  Please see the following news article on North Northamptonshire Council’s website for full details on eligibility and how to apply.

Financial support applications go live today for North Northamptonshire households who rely on heating oil | North Northamptonshire Council

The latest newsletter from the OPFCC can be downloaded and read from the link below

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

At this early stage, no decisions have been taken about the scope of the review.

Please complete this short, 13 question survey, 

https://forms.gle/sbBN3dXmL9pvmB9BA

Your responses to this survey will help the Parish Council understand whether limited updates are required or whether a more comprehensive review should be undertaken. 

The survey closes on 1st May 2026

We need your help.

Please complete this very short survey to enable us to understand how you would like to receive information relating to Stanwick.

This link will take to the survey form 

https://forms.gle/9YC1YfwTmM3s5vPD6

The survey will close on 30th April 2026

Thank you for your support

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.

Due to Stanwick Races 10K and 2K fun run taking place on Easter Monday 6th April 2026 there will be a road closure in High Street and Higham Road from 07:30 am until 12:00. This will cause slight changes to waste collection.
Garden waste will be collected before 07:00 am.
Black bin and food waste will be collected after 11:00 am.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Stanwick Races Group.

The latest newsletter from the OPFCC can be downloaded and read from the link below

As a Council we having been working collaboratively with Raunds Town Council under the guidance of the North Northants Council Strongrer Communities Officer for this area.

A survey investigating how we as a community support the health and activity of young people.

The survey report is available for you to down load and read below

We will use these findings to help us make decisions for the benefit of our parsh as deliver our Four Year Plan.

Residents across Northamptonshire are again being given the opportunity to put their questions on crime and policing to Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Danielle Stone and Chief Constable Ivan Balhatchet at an online public meeting later this month.

Danielle and Ivan will be live on Facebook and YouTube between 6:30pm and 8pm on Tuesday March 31, answering questions from members of the public about topics that matter most to them.

Questions can be sent now via email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or can be asked live during the broadcast on Facebook or YouTube.

 For more information go to their website via this link: Commissioner and Chief back to answer more questions at online public meeting - Northamptonshire Police & Fire Commissioner

North Northants Council "Local Link newsletter" features the latest Council news and updates as well as some insights into Council life. Please click on the link below to download a pdf copy.