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ABILITY Bus Services Closure

Ability CIC (ABILITY Bus Services) was a not-for-profit community transport provider in Northamptonshire, helping people—especially those without easy access to public transport—travel to shops, appointments, and social activities.
After 8 years of operation, the organisation announced it is closing due to financial and operational challenges.

Services ended in April 2026 (with some routes running slightly longer), and the organisation confirmed closure was unavoidable as it could no longer operate sustainably.

The Parish Council would like to hear from any residents or family members of residents of Kilsby that have used this service in the last year. Please email clerk@kilsby-pc.gov.uk informing the clerk of when the service was used, for what purpose and how often.

Latest newsletter from the Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, March 2026

Please find attached the latest newsletter from the Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, Danielle Stone. You can also access it via this link to our website – Newsletter – March 2026 – Northamptonshire Police & Fire Commissioner

This month’s edition includes:

  • A new initiative launched by the ASB Early Intervention Team to work in partnership with schools and police
  • Three new community projects that have been awarded grants though the Safe and Sound Communities Fund
  • An overview of the Girls’ Pathway project that supports girls at risk of exploitation
  • A sculpture funded by the Commissioner that highlights the impact of knife crime
  • New ‘attack rig’ at Chelveston training centre to help firefighters hone their skills
Promotional image for a "Free Mature Driver Event" on 27 April 2026, with location details and a registration link. Features a close-up of hands on a steering wheel and the Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance logo.

Free Mature Drivers Event – 27 April 2026 – Wellingborough

Free Mature Drivers Event – 27 April 2026 – Wellingborough

Are you a mature driver (aged 60+)? Live in Northamptonshire? Rely on being able to drive? This FREE event is for you!

Driving is an important part of our everyday life and we (Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance (NSRA)) are keen to help to keep mature drivers driving safer for longer.

Our driving ability to drive changes over time for different reasons, especially as we get older. It’s important that we recognise whether and how our driving is changing so we can stay safe and protect both ourselves and those around us.

This Mature Drivers event is aimed at drivers 60+, and will cover all different aspects of driving.

There will be FREE hints and tips drives available to book, delivered Northampton Advanced Motorists.

Our aim is to keep mature drivers driving safer, for longer. Book your Free tickets via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/northants-mature-driver-roadshows-4099083

The event is being held at Darby House, Darby Close, Park Farm Industrial Estate, Wellingborough NN8 6GS (what3words.com///shaped.spice.span) with two sessions, 10 am and 12.30 pm.