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New environment and climate strategy for Lancashire unveiled
A new strategy that will spearhead vital environmental work to make Lancashire a greener county is set to be approved.

Project to transform nature reserve at former quarry is due to start within weeks
A new project that aims to transform a nature reserve at the site of a former quarry is due to start within weeks.
Quarry Hill, a former landfill site in Nelson, is one of a number of public open spaces across Lancashire created in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. Lancashire County Council has teamed up with community interest company Proffitts – Investing in Communities, to make it 'more welcoming and attractive.'

Scheme to improve safety around trees to be given the go-ahead
A scheme to improve safety around trees will be rolled out across more areas if Lancashire County Council's Cabinet gives it the green light.

Groundbreaking carbon reduction technology piloted in Lancashire
A new way of storing thousands of tonnes of CO2 in the ground beneath our feet is being piloted in Lancashire.

Community Renewal Fund projects now starting to deliver for Lancashire
The transformation of a neglected Grade II Listed building in Bacup is now complete, thanks in part to a Government fund that aims to help areas across the UK unleash their potential.

Forest of Bowland hosts MP peatland visit
Lancashire has secured £1.4m investment to restore peatlands, as part of the UK's efforts to tackle climate change.

Council vows to support Lancashire schools' push for Electric Vehicle charger points
Lancashire County Council has agreed a series of actions to support schools in their efforts to help achieve the national target of 300,000 public Electric Vehicle charger units by 2030.

Council asks government for clarity on fracking consent
Lancashire County Council is calling on the government to make clear how local people will give their consent on any proposed fracking sites in their areas - and to commit to have any decision making on fracking to be taken by local councils.

Lancashire's highways team praised for low carbon commitment
Lancashire County Council has been recognised nationally for its commitment to sustainable working practices and carbon reduction in maintaining the county's highways.

Bank Holiday arrangements - Monday 19 September
Most Lancashire County Council services will be closed on Monday 19 September, which has been announced as a Bank Holiday to mark the state funeral for Her Majesty The Queen.

Ground-breaking Garstang care home taking shape
Construction of a ground-breaking new £7m care home in Garstang is now well underway.

Award for Skelmersdale cycleway scheme
A ground-breaking cycleway linking the shopping centre at Skelmersdale to residential areas and West Lancs College has won a regional award.