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Stephen Atkinson, Leader

A statement on Local Government Reorganisation from our leader

At today's Lancashire County Council's Cabinet meeting it was agreed to take precautionary steps to protect the council's position while the Government reviews its plans for Local Government Reorganisation.

County Hall Preston

Consultation to start over future of Lancashire primary school

People are to be invited to have their say on the future of a primary school near Lancaster due to falling pupil numbers.

Foster carers Thomas and Wayne (from right to left)

"We love it - it's the best thing we've ever done."

That's the verdict of a Lancashire hairdresser who overcame two kidney transplants before becoming a foster carer.

Living Better Lives in Lancashire

Care model puts people and communities at its heart

Helping people live the lives they want, stay independent and remain connected to their communities is at the heart of a new vision for adult social care in Lancashire.

Bank Street-2

Major Rawtenstall improvement schemes to get underway

A major programme of improvements to Rawtenstall town centre is set to get underway as part of the Levelling Up East Lancashire programme.

Knott End Ferry 2

Funding agreement reached for Fleetwood to Knott End Ferry service

An agreement has been reached between Lancashire County Council, Wyre Council and the operator of the Fleetwood to Knott End Ferry service to provide additional funding.

CKI Fun Palace 7

Fun Palaces return to Lancashire with free family-friendly activities this October

Thirteen libraries across the county, along with Lancaster Castle and Judges' Lodgings, will once again be transformed into Fun Palaces this October, offering a weekend of free, family-friendly activities for all ages.

Ribble Valley landscape shot

Have your say on new joint Minerals and Waste Local Plan

Residents are being invited to have their say on a plan which will be used to guide future decisions about minerals and waste development.

Stop Means Stop at Britannia in Rossendale

Vital road safety campaign ‘Stop means STOP’ is rolled out across the North West

'Stop means STOP' is the vital safety message being shared with drivers, reminding them of their legal duty to stop when instructed by a school crossing patrol officer.

CC Joshua Roberts outside County Hall cropped

Statement on Morgan and Morecambe offshore wind farm transmission decision

Lancashire County Council has responded following the Government's decision to grant development consent for the Morgan and Morecambe Offshore Wind Farms Transmission Assets project.

Work being done to the Chorley roof

Rogue roofer must pay £43,700 in compensation after 'shoddy, unnecessary' work

A trader has been ordered to pay customers £43,700 in compensation after leaving customers across the North West 'significantly out of pocket' following unnecessary or poor-quality work.