Hartlepool Borough Council
Changes to Welfare Reform

From 1st April 2013 Council Tax Benefit will be abolished and replaced by Local Council Tax Support (LCTS)

Changes from April 2013.

Latest news

IMPORTANT NOTICE - Gypsy and traveller consultation meeting re-arranged

Published on Friday 24th May 2013

ONE of the consultation meetings to enable people to give their views on several sites in Hartlepool as potential locations for gypsy and traveller pitches has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Enjoy stunning scenery on this coastal walk

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

THERE’S a chance for people to enjoy the spectacular sights of the Durham coast on a seven-mile guided walk on Wednesday 29th May.

Horses removed in clampdown

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

FIVE horses that were grazing illegally on council-owned land in Hartlepool have been removed by bailiffs as part of a major clampdown.

Are you up for the challenge of the great outdoors?

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

TWO new fun outdoor activity challenges are being launched in Hartlepool to help people enjoy the town’s green spaces and get a bit fitter.

Get out and about at half-term!

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

FAMILIES in Hartlepool are being offered a chance to find out more about the local environment at a series of fun half-term events.

Historic Hartlepool landmark is up for sale

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

A HISTORIC Hartlepool landmark has been put up for sale with the aim of it being restored and brought back into use.

20p rise in taxi fares

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

HARTLEPOOL Borough Council’s Licensing Committee has approved a request from the hackney carriage trade for an increase of 20p on all journeys.

Authors share their secrets at Hartlepool’s libraries

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

THERE are exciting opportunities for people to learn first-hand about the writer’s art when a host of popular authors visit Hartlepool’s libraries over the next few weeks to talk about their work.

Residents’ views are important to Council

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

HARTLEPOOL residents who have recently received a copy of the Household Survey form have been urged to complete and return it if they want to influence local public services.

Everyone’s welcome at the Family Fun Day

Published on Thursday 23rd May 2013

THERE’S a host of fun in store at a family Fun Day run by Hartlepool youth organisation The West View Project.

Top quality award for Seaton Carew

Published on Wednesday 22nd May 2013

HARTLEPOOL is celebrating today after its seaside resort Seaton Carew scooped a top quality award from environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy.

Hartlepool to host Big Lime Triathlon

Published on Tuesday 21st May 2013

ATHLETES of all abilities are being invited to take part in Hartlepool’s Big Lime Triathlon.

Summerhill car boot sale

Published on Tuesday 21st May 2013

SUMMERHILL in Hartlepool will be hosting another of its popular car boot sales this weekend.

Thanks for your support!

Published on Tuesday 21st May 2013

RESIDENTS have been thanked for supporting Hartlepool Council’s new recycling service.

Half term fun for children

Published on Tuesday 21st May 2013

IF PARENTS are concerned about how their children are going to be entertained during the Whit week half term school break, they need to look no further than Oscars!

Family beach fun

Published on Monday 20th May 2013

FAMILIES are being invited to explore Hartlepool’s marine environment at a special Low Tide Day this weekend.

Coffee house shrub thefts appeal

Published on Friday 17th May 2013

AN APPEAL has been issued over the theft of topiary worth almost £250 from outside a newly-opened coffee house in Hartlepool.

Step out on a Memory Walk

Published on Friday 17th May 2013

PEOPLE in Hartlepool are invited to make tracks to a special event aimed at raising awareness of dementia and giving advice on how to keep your mind active.

Spring into half term library fun in Hartlepool

Published on Wednesday 15th May 2013

THERE are lots of great free activities lined up at Hartlepool’s libraries to keep youngsters happy this spring half term.

Flying the flag for breastfeeding in Hartlepool

Published on Wednesday 15th May 2013

TWO Hartlepool organisations have been given top honours for their commitment to breastfeeding in the town.

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