Opposition leaders slam handling of 'deeply sexist' remarks from Reform UK vice chair
The councillors have written a joint letter condemning the comments made by Cllr Peter York at the International Women’s Day event
Councillor raises concerns as only half of children fully vaccinated in parts of Northampton A Northampton councillor has called for action to boost “shockingly low” immunisation rates in parts of the town.
Council sets out plans to improve cycling and walking routes across Northampton Key walking and cycling routes across Northampton have been identified for upgrade as part of a new 10-year infrastructure plan from the council.
Best and worst performing councillors on West Northamptonshire Council revealed A freedom of information (FOI) request submitted by the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) has revealed the amount of work carried out by West Northants councillors since they were elected in May 2025.
Women’s group lodges complaint over ‘abhorrent’ comment made by council's vice chairman The Northants Women’s Empowerment Group has called out vice chair Cllr Peter York for his 'deeply offensive and sexist remarks' that ‘some women should have never left the kitchen’ at an International Women’s Day event
Women and local filmmakers shine at Northampton Film Festival Awards Women filmmakers and Northamptonshire talent were among the standout winners as the Northampton Film Festival came to a spectacular close on Saturday 8 March, with an awards ceremony celebrating the best of British independent cinema.
West Northants Council to set out improvement plan for 'requires improvement' adult social care rating The council must develop an improvement plan in response to the 'requires improvement' rating from its adult social care CQC inspection
Northampton shisha bar's appeal over council demolition order fails A planning inspector upheld West Northants Council's enforcement notice for Bada Bing Lounge, after retrospective planning permission was refused
Labour group calls for better women’s representation in Reform UK cabinet Group leader Sally Keeble has called for the administration to ensure women 'play an equal part' in the decision-making structures
West Northants Council spent over £130k on pothole compensation pay outs The authority received nearly 3,000 claims from motorists from 2022 to 2025
Town centre parking charge increases ‘frustrating and disappointing’, says business board Town centre businesses have spoken out after a controversial decision to increase parking charges and remove weekend free parking in Northampton, despite a 1,400 signature petition against the changes
West Northants residents will pay more council tax as 2026/27 budget approved Councillors debated the final budget proposals and opposition amendments over a four hour full council meeting, held at the Northampton Guildhall on Thursday evening (February 26)
Partners explore bid for UK Town of Culture status for Northampton. Cultural organisations and community partners in Northampton are exploring an initial Expression of Interest (EOI) for UK Town of Culture status.
Northampton Town Football Club’s warehouse plans get green light from council Land next to the Sixfields Stadium will be developed into a new warehousing zone, under football club plans that have been approved by the council.
New government plans on wider strategic planning areas leaves Northamptonshire 'in the cold', says council leader The Northamptonshire councils have suffered another blow in their attempts to secure a devolution deal for the region, as the government has greyed out the county in newly released plans for larger strategic planning areas.
How opposition parties would spend your money in amendments to Reform UK's first budget West Northamptonshire councillors will vote on the final budget for 2026/27 at a meeting on Thursday, February 26
NAB Sight Support Northamptonshire Appoints Louise Danielczuk as New Chief Executive Officer NAB Sight Support Northamptonshire is delighted to announce the appointment of Louise Danielczuk as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant milestone as the charity celebrates its 130th anniversary in 2026.
Proposals for 361 homes on edge of Northampton approved The plans were recommended to West Northamptonshire Council's planning committee earlier this week
Plans to introduce permanent residential caravans to Billing Aquadrome approved The Environment Agency said it is supportive of the proposals 'to make the site safer in times of flood'
