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Re: Advice & Information Fayre – Supporting Residents Aged 55+

I’m writing to invite you and residents of the Parish to my upcoming Advice & Information Fayre, which is tailored for individuals aged 55 and over. While the event is being held in Daventry, it is open to everyone across the constituency.

I’d be grateful if you could help spread the word by sharing the attached flyer on your noticeboards, in newsletters, or via your social media platforms. This event is especially relevant to those who are thinking about retirement or looking to stay active and connected within the community.

The aim of the Fayre is to bring together a wide range of local organisations that offer support, services, and social opportunities. So far, confirmed attendees include Futures Housing, Amplius, Daventry Leisure Centre, West Northamptonshire Pickleball, Happy @ Home, Daventry & District U3A, Age UK Northamptonshire, The Women’s Institute of Northamptonshire, Reach for Health, Northamptonshire Police, and several others.

It’s a great opportunity for residents to meet directly with these groups, ask questions, and discover what’s available locally as they plan for or settle into retirement.

Event Details:
Date: Friday 6 June 2025
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Location: Southbrook Community Centre, Daventry, NN11 4JS

Complimentary tea and coffee will be available throughout the event.

If you need any more information or would like to discuss anything else I can help with, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

On Thursday, 1 May voters across West Northamptonshire will go to the polls to elect their local representatives.

The Council has today published a Statement of Persons Nominated, listing all individuals who will be standing for the West Northamptonshire Council and the Parish or Town Council seats.

Voters will go to the polls to elect West Northamptonshire Council’s councillors in the unitary authority’s second election since its creation in 2021. This year’s Polling Day on Thursday 1 May will see changes to voter arrangements after a recent electoral review reduced the number of West Northants councillors to be elected from 93 to 76 and redrew the ward boundaries across the area.

Town and parish council elections are also set to be held in some areas of West Northamptonshire on 1 May. To see a list of contested areas and candidates, please visit the council website.

Whether voting in person at a polling station, by post or by proxy (on someone’s behalf), there are some key deadlines to be aware of. If you have not registered to vote yet, the deadline to do so is Friday 11 April. It is a quick and easy process that takes just five minutes online. Register online to vote. Don’t forget too, if you have recently moved home or changed your name, you may need to update your details to ensure you can take part.

For those who prefer to vote by post, applications need to be submitted by 5pm on Monday, 14 April. Voting by post is a great option if you will be away on election day or if you would rather not visit a polling station in person. Your postal vote will be sent to you in advance, so you can fill it in and return it at your convenience. This is also the deadline to make amendments or cancel your postal vote.

If you would like someone to vote on your behalf, known as a proxy vote, the deadline to apply is 5pm on Wednesday, 23 April. If your proxy would like to vote by post, both the proxy and postal application must be received by 5pm on Monday, 14 April.

One of the biggest changes recently introduced is the requirement for photo ID when voting in person. If you do not have an accepted form of ID, such as a passport or driving licence, you can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate. The deadline to apply for this is 5pm on Wednesday, 23 April. Without the correct ID, you will not be able to vote at your polling station, so make sure you are prepared.

For more information and to view the timetable of the election visit our website.

Please find attached the parish Notice of Election 2025.

Just as a reminder I have included the information for candidates, it is worth noting our website has a dedicated Elections 2025 page which has lots of useful information.

Nomination packs and submission
Due to expected numbers, we will be running an appointment system for the submission of nomination papers. Appointments are 15-minute slots and can be booked by emailing ReturningOfficer@westnorthants.gov.uk with your name, date, time and location you’d like and a contact telephone number, or call the Elections Team on 01604 526130. A member of the team will then contact you to arrange an appointment. You are welcome to just “turn up” at any of the locations during the dates and times given, however you may be required to wait until an officer is free to take your nomination paper and process it.

We are receiving nomination papers at the locations, dates and times stated below:

The Abbey, Daventry
20 March – 9am – 4.30pm
26 March – 9am – 4.30pm
28 March – 9am – 4.30pm

The Guildhall, One Stop Shop, Northampton
17 March – 9am – 4.30pm
18 March – 9am – 4.30pm
19 March – 9am – 4.30pm
20 March – 9am – 7pm
21 March – 9am – 4.30pm
24 March – 9am – 7pm
25 March – 9am – 4.30pm
26 March – 9am – 7pm
27 March – 9am – 4.30pm
28 March – 9am – 4.30pm
31 March – 9am – 7pm
1 April – 9am – 7pm
2 April – 9am – 4pm

The Forum, Towcester
17 March – 9am – 4.30pm
18 March – 9am – 4.30pm
19 March – 9am – 7pm
21 March – 9am – 4.30pm
24 March – 9am – 7pm
25 March – 9am – 4.30pm
27 March – 9am – 4.30pm
31 March – 9am – 7pm
1 April – 9am – 7pm
2 April – 9am – 7pm

If you have any questions, please do email returningofficer@westnorthants.gov.uk or call the Elections team on 01604 526130

Elections & Electoral Registration Team

West Northamptonshire Council | The Guildhall | St Giles Square | Northampton | NN1 1DE
Tel: 01604 527484 | www.westnorthants.gov.uk