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Plans to tackle climate change locally progress as West Northamptonshire Council's Climate Change Strategy is set to be published.

The strategy, which was approved at the Council's Cabinet on 4 March, has been shaped with the help of local residents, businesses and key stakeholders. It outlines the Council's approach to reducing locally produced greenhouse gases, improving air quality and placing people... Read More »

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and regeneration specialist Cityheart have committed to a development agreement for the transformation of Northampton's Four Waterside and Marefair sites. The agreement will be formalised in the coming weeks.

Cityheart will be working in partnership with WNC to deliver the scheme, which is located off St Peter's Way adjacent to the Railway Station. The project will... Read More »

The future treescape of West Northants marked with tree planting event

New initiatives will be rolled out across West Northants to plant trees, increase biodiversity and support the growth of wildlife and insects following the area's new Tree and Woods Strategy being published.

The strategy sets out the vision for the future treescape of West Northamptonshire and has been shaped with the help of residents,... Read More »

Jeakins Weir has commenced work on the highly anticipated Marefair Heritage Park. The team is currently on-site, setting up the construction compound and carrying out ground preparation works.

Since entering the site in February, the team has been preparing the space ready to bring forward the new heritage park. This ambitious project will create a vibrant new green space, fostering connections between... Read More »

A new Integrated Alcohol and Drug Service, which aims to support adults, children, young people, and families across the region has been given the green light by West Northamptonshire Council's cabinet. The service is expected to commence on 1 April 2026.

As part of the roll-out of the new service, West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) will seek to enhance its existing work with partners across the area... Read More »

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has set an ambitious strategy to grow the local economy inclusively and sustainably with a focus on increasing productivity and skills.

Businesses in West Northamptonshire will gain greater support to access funding, support networks, and innovation hubs - helping them expand, improve productivity, and create new employment opportunities, following the adoption of... Read More »

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has approved a new policy strengthening its commitment to tackling anti-social tenants and preventing tenancy fraud. The policy also promotes lease sustainment and supporting tenants to maintain their homes to avoid unnecessary evictions.

The Tenancy Policy, which replaces the previous policy from Northampton Borough Council, aligns with national regulatory standards... Read More »

Ambitious plans to improve transport and travel across West Northamptonshire over the next 20 years have been unveiled.

The Local Transport Plan (LTP) details a range of proposals between now and 2045, to steer work by West Northamptonshire Council, its communities and partners to:

• Make public transport an attractive option and accessible to all
• Make active travel such as walking or wheeling a viable... Read More »

The Household Support Fund (HSF) will continue in West Northamptonshire through its 7th tranche (HSF7), providing crucial financial assistance to vulnerable households across the area. The funding is set to commence on 1 April 2025, continuing through to 31 March 2026.

The funding will provide essential support to families and individuals struggling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, with a specific... Read More »