Lancashire County Council News - Archive News

Fleetwood Market trader sentenced after hundreds of illicit tobacco products seized

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:39:00 Z

A market trader who repeatedly sold illicit tobacco and counterfeit goods has been sentenced following an investigation by Lancashire County Council's Trading Standards team.

Lancashire sets out ambitious plans to cut waste and boost recycling

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:08:00 Z

Councils across Lancashire have joined forces for ambitious plans to cut household waste by 10% by 2035 - and recycle half of all waste by 2030.

Coaches remain welcome in Clitheroe following bus service improvements

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:50:00 Z

Coach operators and visitors are being reassured that coaches remain welcome in Clitheroe and can continue to drop off and pick up passengers at the town's interchange.

Lancashire benefits from devolved skills funding to help more residents succeed

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:00:00 Z

Lancashire has taken local control of a £45 million adult skills fund, opening up new opportunities for residents to gain skills, access training and progress into work.

Government confirms timetable for Local Government Reorganisation review in Lancashire

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:51:00 Z

Lancashire's Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programme has welcomed today's government update on the timetable for its review of LGR.

Lancashire Listens as residents share their views on the future of care

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:46:00 Z

People from across Lancashire came together to share their views and help shape the future of adult social care at a special event in Preston.

Three vanloads of counterfeit goods worth £60,000 seized in Accrington

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:55:00 Z

A huge haul of counterfeit clothing and perfumes worth £60,000 has been seized, including brand names and logos such as Nike, North Face, Dior, Berghaus and Hugo Boss.

Consultation proposed on future of Preston and Lancaster park and ride services

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:00 Z

Proposals to consult with the public on the future of park and ride services in Preston and Lancaster are set to be considered by cabinet next week.

Lancashire welcomes Government backing for deeper devolution ambitions

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:13:00 Z

Lancashire's devolution ambitions have been included in the Government's Budget, paving the way for greater powers, investment and local decision-making.

Hugs, smiles and a helping hand at Ribbleton Family Hub teddy bears' picnic

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:30:00 Z

It's a sunny Autumn morning - and Ribbleton Family Hub is already alive with the laughter of excited tots, parents and carers.