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West Northants Council News 18 Aug 2026 Families encouraged to apply for free school meals
Families across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to check whether they are now eligible for free school meals, following changes to the national eligibility criteria.
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Major Gas Works Cadent gas coming to Milton Malsor WC 31.8.26.
Cadent are aiming to be on site Week Commencing 31.8.26 – probably start on 1.9.26 as this is a bank holiday. They are coming to the area to update the gas pipes to new pipework as they are reaching an age where they are in desperate need of replacing.
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Statement of persons nominated
The statement of persons nominated for the upcoming Hackleton & Roade ward by-election
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Interim support for households relying on heating oil
Short-term emergency support is available for residents who rely on heating oil and are at risk of running out, ahead of new national funding due to launch later this year.
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WNC – Consultation on proposed term dates
West Northamptonshire families to have their say on proposed 2027–28 school term dates: The consultation is now live until Friday 13 February 2026, giving parents, carers, school staff and residents the opportunity to share their views before term dates are finalised.
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Local Priorities Burglary Message
An update regarding Burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.
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Residents reminded to re-apply for postal voting arrangements
Residents across West Northamptonshire are being reminded that if they want to carry on voting by post in future elections, they may need to re-apply to keep their arrangements in place.
