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Far Cotton and Delapre Community Council has a single ward. The most recent elections took place in May 2025 and there are 12 seats. 11 councillors were elected unopposed and the remaining seat was filled by co-option at May's Full Council meeting.
Below you can find the Register of Interests for all Councillors.
Register of Interests 2025
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Register of Interests 2025
Community Councillors
Cllr. Nick Levinge
Chair of Council
"I have lived in Far Cotton for 22 years and have a deep affection for the area. I took early retirement in 2008 and am a keen allotmenteer and possess a bus pass. I hope that through the Council I can do some good for the area and its people."
Cllr Levinge is a member of the planning committee, the Neighbourhood Planning steering group, In Bloom working group, Staffing working group & the Allotment working group.
Address
Delapre Abbey London Road Northampton NN4 8AW
Telephone
01604906077
Email
clerk@farcottonanddelapre-cc.gov.uk
Cllr. Ben Currington
Vice Chair of Council
After serving one term already as a councillor I have seen first hand the potential the community council has to nurture our community and improve our local area. I love spending time in Delapre Wood and going to our local parkrun, at the University of Northampton.
I am interested in road safety, active travel, play areas, engagement, green spaces, sustainability and environment. I am a member of the Neighbourhood plan steering group, the events and entertainment working group and the wellbeing working group.
I'd like to see calmer vehicle traffic, better routes for walking and cycling, more places for children to play. I want people to feel ownership of what the council does, pride in what it achieves, and a sense of what they can do to help in their community
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Delapre Abbey London Road Northampton NN4 8AW
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01604906077
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clerk@farcottonanddelapre-cc.gov.uk
Cllr. John Bright
"I enjoy living in Far Cotton and Delapre for its variety of wildlife. I can often be found taking photographs whether it's along the canal, river or at Delapre Park and Woods. If you see me out and about, please say hello!
In 2016 myself and Cllr. Jill Harris set up the 'HMO Action Group - Far Cotton' as we were concerned about the increase in Houses of Multiple Occupancy (HMOs) due to the university relocating here.
Cllr. Harris and I also started 'Far Cotton Litter Pickers' in 2018. We hold monthly community litter picks in the area which anyone is welcome to join."
Cllr Bright is a member of the planning committee, the Staffing working group, the In Bloom working group and the Neighbourhood Planning steering group.
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Address
Delapre Abbey London Road Northampton NN4 8AW
Telephone
01604906077
Email
clerk@farcottonanddelapre-cc.gov.uk
Cllr. Srihari Iyengar
I have lived in Far Cotton for 15 years and my objective is to make it a better and happier place for Residents.
I have been on the Community Council for about 3 1/2 years now, and am involved in initiatives like the Men's Breakfast Group and in arranging periodic Cinema showings, and inputting into Neighbourhood Planning.
I am currently a member of the staffing working group, the wellbeing working group, the entertainment working group and the Neighbourhood Planning Steering group.
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Address
Delapre Abbey London Road Northampton NN4 8AW
Telephone
01604906077
Email
clerk@farcottonanddelapre-cc.gov.uk
Cllr. Jill Harris
"I have lived in Far Cotton all my life. I have always been active within the community, having been a school governor and raising funds for local charities. Along with Cllr John Bright I formed the HMO action group and the Far Cotton litter pickers. I want to continue doing all I can to support the community."
Cllr Harris is a member of the planning committee and the In Bloom working group.
Address
Delapre Abbey London Road Northampton NN4 8AW
Telephone
01604906077
Email
clerk@farcottonanddelapre-cc.gov.uk
Cllr. Jay Nicks
"I chose to live in in Far Cotton over 6 years ago after living in different areas of Northampton. I was always attracted to the area by the flowers in bloom, the Rec Centre and general feel of the community. I've worked in children's services for over 20 years and want to make our community happier, safer and crime free through being considerate to our neighbours and I hope we can achieve this all together."
Cllr Nicks is a member of the In Bloom working group, the Wellbeing working group and the Events and Entertainment working group.
Address
Delapre Abbey London Road Northampton NN4 8AW
Telephone
01604906077
Email
clerk@farcottonanddelapre-cc.gov.uk
Cllr. John Pettitt
"I was born and raised in Far Cotton and have lived at my current address in Far Cotton since 1987.
Since retiring at the end of 2021, I wanted to contribute to the community in a practical way and was very pleased to become a Community Councillor.
I've seen many changes in the area over the last sixty years, but it has always remained very community based, which I would work to see continue into the future."
Cllr Pettitt is a member of the Planning Committee.
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Delapre Abbey, Delapre Park London Road Northampton
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01604906077
Cllr. Robert Parkinson
Since May 2025
I am looking forward to my first term as a community councillor, working with colleagues to support and develop the Far Cotton and Delapre community. I've recently moved to live off Rothersthorpe Road and am keen to get to hear about what's important to my neighbourhood.
I worked for many years in the transport department of the council, so I bring an interest in highways, licensing and development. I want to see the main roads through our community made safer, better management of HMOs, and ensure Far Cotton and Delapre's voice is heard at West Northants Council about the ongoing challenges of the proposed Ransome Road development.
I am a member of the University of Northampton Community liaison committee on behalf of the Community Council, and I am part of the Staffing working group and planning committee. I'm also going to join the Speed Awareness team, in conjunction with Northamptonshire Police, to help reduce dangerous driving on our roads.
I would seriously like to see traffic manangement and road networks in general looked at in our area, most prominently Queen Eleanor Interchange. This will involve close cooperation and dialogue with West Northants Council and, where necessary, Northamptonshire Police.
I am also a Scout Leader and know how important youth groups are to community cohesion and young people's development. I'd like to use my role as a community councillor to champion local groups where possible.
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Cllr. Helen Aluko
Since May 2025
"I live in Far Cotton with my husband and my son and have resided here for 22 years. I have been a Civil Servant for 36 years; I am actively involved in wellbeing activities and I'm a Civil Service Menopause Advocate.
I am very passionate about access to good healthcare for all and particularly women's health. In August 23, I founded (in collaboration with Delapre Abbey Wellbeing Hub) The Menopause Cafe @ Delapre Abbey, which meets monthly and has gone from strength to strength. Delapre Abbey is my happy place!
I also lead Menopause Walk n' Talks during the Summer months.
I'd like to assist in keeping our local area clean and safe for everyone to enjoy."
Cllr Aluko is a member of the In Bloom, Wellbeing, and Events & Entertainment working groups.
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Cllr. Jacqui Cripps
Since May 2025
"I have been a resident of the NN4 area for the past 17 years, with family in the North Northamptonshire region. I am a trustee of a charity
Space 2 Talk
that focuses on utilising the beautiful open spaces of Delapre and Far Cotton to promote positive mental health through walking and talking.
My background in the tech industry helps me stay connected with cutting-edge innovations while balancing my commitment to improving the lives of those around me through community-based work."
Cllr Cripps is a member of the In Bloom working group.
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Cllr. Chitra Mani
Since May 2025
The NHS brought me to Northampton in 2008 and I continue to work and live here after 17 years. I am passionate about health care and especially women's health. Im a keen gardner and allotmenteer. I would like to work towards closing the health inequalities in the area. I am a member of the staffing working group and the wellbeing working group.
Cllr. Michael Linaker
Since June 2025
Cllr Linaker is a member of the In Bloom working group and the Staffing Working group.
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Cllr Anthony Owens
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