There is a sewage smell throughout the village both outside and in many properties. This has been reported to the parish council and has been going on for a considerable number of months. The clerk is writing a letter to Northumberland water. If any residents are experiencing similar problems in their properties or has smelt sewerage around the village can they please report to Northumberland water. The phone number is 03457171100. Northumberland water are starting investigation work next week and need as much information as possible.