Prudhoe Matters

A very positive meeting this morning looking at access to #PrudhoeBusiness / parking for people with mobility issues.

Thanks to all who attended including ‘Spencer’ who is Kates new ‘best friend ‘ from Canine Partners.

https://caninepartners.org.uk/what-we-do/

We will as always keep everyone informed as far as practicable how improvements will be made to the town.

Making it easier for people to Visit Prudhoe

The ramp shown in the photo below costs only £60 and could solve a few access problems for customers.

Friday evening / night -pleased to participate in a multi agency operation which took place in Prudhoe to help raise awareness of anti social behaviour and also tackle it.

(The first of many to be held).

This was in conjunction with Northumbria Police PrudhoeTownCouncil Northumberland Youth Service working in collaboration with Schools from within the area as well as the Community Alcohol Partnerships

Bottles of alcohol were seized from an underage youth in West Wylam.

Warning notices were delivered to several parents regarding their child’s recent behaviour.

Many members of the public mentioned they were delighted that such positive and high profile action was being taken, this included some young people who also felt safer.

Off licences were visited during last night.

We are working with the licensees to reduce proxy sales.

Anti social behaviour levels in #Prudhoe are low compared with many other towns in the area, or elsewhere in the Country but we feel it is right we are tackling this together.

With even greater assistance from the public a lot more can be done.

Please report ALL incidents to the Police.

Do not buy / supply alcohol to under 18yrs.

If you do,it could lead to a conviction for a criminal offence.

Amazing that some parents provide alcohol to their children.

Your actions may have contributed to disorder / damage or even worse crime.

The vast majority of young people in this town are fantastic, and we do not want the lives of any of them to be harmed in anyway by them doing a stupid act whilst under the influence of alcohol.

Let’s all be #ProudOfPrudhoe

Northumberland County Council -County Councillors supporting the community.

New Local Plan approved for public consultation

The plan includes policies and proposals aimed at creating up to 15,000 new jobs in the county by 2036.

Through the plan we want to make Northumberland an even greater place to live, work and visit!

17,700 new homes are proposed over the plan period as opposed to 24,000 previously. It will ask for a minimum of 20% of all new homes to be affordable and make provision for accommodation with support for older people and vulnerable adults, for example in ‘extra care’ accommodation.

Preserving the green belt.

http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/News/2018/Jun/New-Local-Plan-approved-for-public-consultation.aspx

We believe the Prudhoe riverside area is vital for recreation, #healthwalks #TynedaleSport and supporting #TynedaleTourism which all can help create / retain -#TynedaleJobs

As a result NCC, together with partners are investing to improve this area.

Landscaping, larger litter bins, access and more.

Getting a fair share for #Prudhoe #Tynedale

One of many reasons why people should Visit Prudhoe

(Although the sign says Thurs /Fri the work is well under way now)

#ProudOfPrudhoe

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A very inspirational morning at Prudhoe Community High School as Justine Greening MP visited to discuss with staff and students the subject of social mobility accompanied by Guy.

Amazing students, staff and building

They are all a huge part of the #PrudhoeCommunity.

To replace Arch

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Helping to develop animal welfare skills and also reduce the issue of dogs mess in Public areas.

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Pupils at Adderlane Academy in Prudhoe are now able to enjoy healthy school meals from the comfort of their new lunch tables and chairs, thanks to the generosity of local partners.
The school has teamed up with Warburton’s, local Northumberland County Councillor,
Gordon Stewart, who applied for funding through the Council’s Elected Member’s Scheme, and North East housing developer, Gentoo Homes, who is currently building 404 homes at Cottier Grange  Prudhoe.

The new tables and chairs, which are much more sturdy and safer than the school’s
previous 20 year old lunch set, have helped to make meal times more comfortable for the
pupils and because they are so easy and quick to put away – they have also helped to add
an additional 15 minutes to the PE class that follows lunch in the hall.

Emma Potts, Head Teacher at Adderlane Academy, said: “We’re absolutely delighted with the new tables and chairs and the school is so grateful for the fantastic generosity of the donors – without their support it wouldn’t have been possible to improve the pupils’ lunch time experience!”

Brendon Ferguson, Head of Strategic Projects at Gentoo Homes, said:
“As a responsible housing developer, it’s important for us to work with local organisations and give something back to the local community. We’re delighted to work with other local partners to help Emma to revamp the school lunch hall for the pupils.”

Gordon Stewart, Northumberland County Councillor for Prudhoe South, said:
“I am delighted that Northumberland County Council agreed to support Adderlane Academy as they have shown a real commitment towards providing healthy living education on a long term basis. I’m also really grateful for the support shown by Gentoo Homes and Warburton’s.”

Picture caption: From right to left, Adderlane Academy Head Teacher Emma Potts,
with Cllr Gordon Stewart, Paul Nagel and Brendon Ferguson of Gentoo Homes,
Adderlane Caretaker Rob Blackburn, School Cook Gail Brookfield and Catering
Assistant Jenna Mariner.

** Each financial year County Councillors are permitted to apply for funding from NCC up to a total of £15,000 to support local good causes – T & C apply **

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