Politics in Hexham: Who Represents You
Your MP, county councillors, and Hexham Town Council, a factual guide to representation.
Your MP: Joe Morris (Labour)
Joe Morris has been the MP for Hexham since July 2024, when he became the constituency's first Labour MP, ending Conservative representation stretching back over a century. Morris grew up in Hexham, attending Sele First School, Hexham Middle School, and Queen Elizabeth High School. Contact his office via joe-morris.uk or parliament.uk for issues involving central government.
Northumberland County Council
The single-tier unitary authority covering the whole county. Responsible for roads, social care, education, planning, waste collection, libraries, and public health. Hexham falls within three electoral wards, Hexham Gilesgate, Hexham Priestpopple, and Hexham Leazes. Contact: 0345 600 6400 or northumberland.gov.uk.
Hexham Town Council
14 volunteer councillors managing quality-of-life matters: parks, allotments, the Market Place, community grants, local events, and public seating. Does not collect bins or maintain roads (that's the County Council). Contact: hexhamtowncouncil.gov.uk.
Who Handles What?
| Issue | Contact |
|---|---|
| Potholes and roads | Northumberland County Council |
| Bins and recycling | Northumberland County Council |
| Planning applications | Northumberland County Council |
| Parks and allotments | Hexham Town Council |
| Benefits and immigration | Your MP |
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Lindisfarne
7:30 PM · Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Hexham Farmers' Market (September)
9:00am - 1:30pm · Market Place, Hexham, NE46 3NH
Celebrity Organ Recital with David Briggs
6:00 PM · Hexham Abbey, Beaumont Street, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3NB