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Please see below updated information regarding Chowns Mill that we have just received.

Further to my earlier notification – please note that for operational reasons, Sunday 5 April planned overnight closure is now cancelled, all other works as previously communicated.

Information received regarding A45 Chowns Mill Improvement works.

Information received this morning regarding A45 Chowns Mill Improvement works.

Further to last week's notification on 19 March 2020, our lane restrictions and road closure plans have changed. The following table has details of our planned closures over the next week:

As concerns over Covid-19 increase, members of the public are reminded of the need to only use the 999 or 101 service where it is absolutely necessary, and to otherwise use the online reporting systems in place.

While the Force continues to deal with Covid-19 and understand the detail of the Prime Ministers announcement, the force is urging people to head online to report non-emergency incidents and... Read More »

To help residents who have been financially affected by the coronavirus pandemic, ENC is offering the opportunity to stretch Council Tax payments over a 12 month period, rather than the normal 10 months.

If you would like to apply for this, please email rv@east-northamptonshire.gov.uk, but please note that due to the high volume of interest, a reply may take up to and over 14 days.

If you know anyone... Read More »

Here is a press release from the Emergency Planning Officer (EPO) on behalf of the Local Resilience Forum (LRF).

We are aware that there are many groups and individuals that are volunteering to help neighbours and vulnerable people in their communities during the Coronavirus outbreak.

The attached information explains how you can help and register your group, or as an individual to support this coordinated... Read More »

Please see a statement below from the Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police on Covid-19:

Chief Constable Nick Adderley, said: "We are all aware we are now living in unprecedented times and, from today, every one of us is being asked to step up and play a crucial role in the battle against Covid-19. All that is requested of you is that you follow Government advice - stay at home, save lives and... Read More »

East Northamptonshire's waste team are still working hard across the district and at the moment they have no plans to stop or change any of the waste collection services.

However this is an ever changing situation, and all updates will be published on East Northamptonshire Council social media pages and website.

For more information on the impact Coronavirus is having on ENC services please click the... Read More »

Information received today from East Northamptonshire Council

Rough Sleeper Severe Weather Provision

I have spoken to the Night Shelter and they have advised me they are able to cope with the SWEP at the present difficult times.

This facility is only for rough sleepers currently in the East Northamptonshire District. All Local Authorities are required to operate a rough sleeper provision therefore rough... Read More »

In light of the Government's announcement last night that all non-essential shops must close, Rushden Town Council want to wish those shops and their staff that are faced with temporary closure our best wishes and our thoughts are with you and your families.

We know those workers in the food and pharmacy chain are working very hard to keep the community going and we thank you for your efforts.

If we... Read More »