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Statement on Local Government Reorganisation

Statement from Councillor Stephen Atkinson, Leader of Lancashire County Council, on Local Government Reorganisation

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Government announces Local Government Reorganisation decision for Lancashire

The Government has today announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Lancashire.

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Lancashire shop handed three-month closure for illicit tobacco and vapes haul

A Lancashire shop has been forced to shut their doors for three months after Trading Standards officers seized thousands of pounds' worth of illegal tobacco products and vapes.

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The everyday improvements helping communities take pride in Lancashire

From cutting grass verges and clearing weeds to refreshing road markings and maintaining roads, summertime work is taking place across Lancashire to help restore pride in local areas and keep communities looking their best.

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'I dipped my toes in at local swimming spots – now I'm swimming the English Channel'

A support worker from Leyland is taking on a huge challenge to swim from Dover to France.

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Young readers pick mystery thriller as Lancashire Book of the Year 2026

A gripping mystery thriller has been crowned Lancashire Book of the Year 2026 as the prestigious award celebrates its 40th year.

 

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Step back in time at Clitheroe Castle Museum's Festival of Archaeology

Families, history lovers and budding archaeologists are invited to uncover the past this summer as Clitheroe Castle Museum hosts a packed programme of talks, workshops, family activities and hands-on experiences as part of the Festival of Archaeology.

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Haslingden Old Road repair project moves into construction phase

Work is now under way on site at Haslingden Old Road, marking a major step forward in reopening the route following the major landslip that forced its closure.

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Ambitious plans unveiled to help libraries, archives and museums thrive while celebrating Lancashire’s heritage

New strategies to strengthen and modernise Lancashire’s libraries, archives and museums over the next two years are being unveiled by Lancashire County Council.

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Lancashire joins national conversation on Northern Growth Strategy

Government’s Northern Growth Envoy, Tom Riordan, has met Lancashire’s political and business leaders to discuss how the county’s Growth Plan can feed into the Government’s emerging Northern Growth Strategy.

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New Supplier Charter will strengthen partnerships across Lancashire

Lancashire County Council’s Cabinet has approved a new Lancashire Supplier Charter, marking the next step in the council’s commitment to working openly and consistently with the businesses, charities and organisations that help deliver services across Lancashire.

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New plan to support young people and reduce offending could get green light

A visionary new plan setting out how Lancashire will support children and young people in the justice system and help create safer communities has been discussed by councillors.