Back in the summer, Warmington Parish Council reluctantly accepted the resignation of Andrew Stone, due to his business commitments.  The statutory 'Casual Vacancy' procedure was followed, and the council is now able to co-opt a new member to the council.  In effect, this means that the current councillors elect the new councillor.

What we need now are candidates for the role!

There is a wide ranging and hugely informative website HERE which gives a good insight into the role of a parish councillor and the remit within which councils and councillors must operate. 

THIS booklet from the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) is also helpful.

For local councils in Northamptonshire, this is a truly challenging and exciting time - with the reorganisation of the county into a unitary authority, vibrant, robust and effective Town and Parish Councils - the local councils - will be more important than ever in representing the needs of the people in the parishes and leading on the well-being of our communities. 

Warmington Council has been preparing for this turn of events for many years and is confident in its ability to face these challenges and take on devolved services, as well as continuing to work on projects such as the emerging Neighbourhood Plan for the parish, improvements to recreational facilities and enhanced access to leisure pursuits.

Please consider this role – as long as you are over 18, you should fit the bill.  The eligibility criteria and application forms are on this page: Parish Council Documents

Retired Residents Party

This year’s retired residents Christmas party will be on Weds December 5th at 5.00pm in the village hall.

As usual there will be a list at the Red Lion for you to put your names on..or you can ring on 280331 if you prefer.. to indicate that you will be coming.  The Red Lion will, as usual, be cooking the meal.

This will be my last year organising the party. I have been involved ever since I came to the village 40 years ago !  I cannot remember ever missing one but feel that the time has come for me to retire and for someone else to take on the mantle.

Unfortunately none of the team is able to take over at this time, so a new co-ordinator is needed to enable this long standing village event to continue in 2019 and beyond .
If anyone feels able to take on this role, or would just like to find out more about what is involved  please have a word with myself  on 280331 or email  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  .  Alternatively contact  Liz Davey on email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

It's been real pleasure to be involved for so many years and I know the team will be very welcoming to whoever takes on this role.

Sheila Lacey