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Let’s work together to make Lancashire a true scaleup powerhouse in 2024 and beyond
As 2023 draws to a close, Amin Vepari, business finance and scaleup lead for Two Zero, Lancashire County Council’s scaleup support service, shares his thoughts on how to unlock Lancashire's scaleup potential in 2024 and beyond.
Rural businesses give thumbs-up to support programme
Leaders of more than 130 rural businesses have reported that a range of support from Lancashire County Council helped them prosper during a challenging period.
Lancashire businesses celebrated for commitment to the Lancashire Skills Pledge
Businesses from across the whole county convened in Preston to celebrate their contributions towards investing in the skills of people living and working in Lancashire.
Approval given for major employment site in Central Lancashire
Lancashire County Council and its development partner Maple Grove Developments have secured planning permission for the Lancashire Central site at Cuerden, which aims to create thousands of new jobs.
Work starts on pioneering cricket facility in central Lancashire
Construction has started on a high-quality professional and community cricket facility in central Lancashire, which will be the first of its kind.
Lancashire announces new strategic partnership to maximise County’s ‘once in a generation’ cyber opportunity
Lancashire has announced the formation of a new collaborative initiative, The Lancashire Cyber Partnership (LCP) which will shape, support and promote the County’s world-class cyber strengths and fast-growing cyber ecosystem.
Boost reveals new £3.9m business support programme in landmark 10th year
A business support programme aimed at helping Lancashire businesses start, grow and thrive has unveiled a new range of services, thanks to a fresh £3.9m funding deal.
Plans to increase accessibility at Accrington Railway Station to take a step forward
Funding for a new footbridge facility with lifts, which will cost just under £5m, has been approved in principle from the £50m East Lancashire Levelling Up project.
Two Zero scaleup service delivers strong growth for female leaders in Lancashire
A unique service designed to help female entrepreneurs with the specific challenges women face in preparing for rapid business growth has driven strong turnover growth among participating firms, while prompting many to target new markets and launch new products.
Lancashire ready to make case for Network North funding
Lancashire County Council is ready to make a strong case for the county to receive its share of the £36bn of funding earmarked for Network North – a range of transport improvements to boost economic growth and productivity announced as part of the changes to the HS2 high speed rail project.
Darwen business celebrates expansion following Access to Finance support
A vehicle storage facility based in Darwen has recruited two additional members of staff after installing new infrastructure at its site using funds secured with the help of Lancashire County Council's finance service, Access to Finance, and now hopes to continue its expansion.
New Fylde link road set to open early next year
Construction of the M55 to Heyhouses Link Road is making good progress, however a number of issues over recent months mean it is now scheduled to open in spring 2024.