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Polling Districts and Places Review 2024

News Friday, March 8, 2024 Polling Districts and Places Review 2024 Share your thoughts on polling station access and locations Consultation is open until 9 May 2024 Those who feel they have issues accessing polling stations are urged to take part West Lancashire Borough Council is reviewing all

Candidates standing in the 2024 Local Elections

News Tuesday, April 9, 2024 Candidates standing in the 2024 Local Elections The names of those candidates standing in the upcoming May elections have been confirmed. On May 2, residents across West Lancashire will elect representatives for the local council, the Lancashire Police and Crime

Candidates standing in the 2026 Local Elections

News Monday, April 13, 2026 Candidates standing in the 2026 Local Elections The names of those candidates standing in the upcoming May elections have been confirmed. On May 7, residents across West Lancashire will elect representatives for the local council and local parish councils. The names

A new Mayor for West Lancashire

News Thursday, May 19, 2022 A new Mayor for West Lancashire Following the Council's Annual meeting, Councillor Mrs. Marilyn Westley has been appointed as Mayor of West Lancashire. Mayor Westley, who is the Conservative elected member for Aughton Park Ward, will represent the Borough at civic

Borough's businesses are streets ahead

News Thursday, December 1, 2022 Borough's businesses are streets ahead Council Support for Businesses is working Ormskirk visitor numbers buck national trend New events boost cultural offer West Lancashire is continuing to build on its appeal as a great place to live and visit as the Council's

Draft Council Plan 2023-2028 – Have your say

News Thursday, June 29, 2023 Draft Council Plan 2023-2028 – Have your say Draft Council Plan 2023-2028 outlines the strategic ambitions and priorities over the next five years Residents, businesses, and partner organisations are invited to share their views The consultation will open 29th June

Christmas Lights Switch Ons 2022

Skelmersdale Prize Band will play traditional Christmas carols to really get visitors and shoppers in the festive mood. A 'Frost Fair' by Artisan Network North-West will also stage its Christmas-themed market while the world-famous Silcocks family provide 'all the fun of the fair' for families. Free

Help shape plans for Burscough Racquet and Fitness Centre

News Thursday, January 27, 2022 Help shape plans for Burscough Racquet and Fitness Centre Council launches consultation into future plans for sports centre Residents' view sought on things like fitness classes, facilities and opening hours Councillor wants to see centre ' that thrives as a hub

West Lancashire Borough Council statement on decision regarding A&E services in Ormskirk

News Friday, March 13, 2026 West Lancashire Borough Council statement on decision regarding A&E services in Ormskirk West Lancashire Borough Council is extremely disappointed in the decision of the Joint Committee of the Integrated Care Boards to locate both adult and children's A&E services

What do you think about West Lancashire's polling places?

News Friday, July 29, 2022 What do you think about West Lancashire's polling places? West Lancashire Borough Council is undertaking a review of all polling districts and polling places Electoral review will change ward map of the Borough Comments sought from the public on its proposals Following

Funding Opportunity for Third Sector Organisations through the West Lancashire UKSPF Community Grants Fund Programme

News Monday, October 30, 2023 Funding Opportunity for Third Sector Organisations through the West Lancashire UKSPF Community Grants Fund Programme West Lancashire Borough Council is excited to unveil the launch of the West Lancashire UKSPF Community Grants Fund Programme, a significant initiative

Your Vote is Your Voice, so make sure that you are registered to vote in West Lancashire

News Friday, April 5, 2024 Your Vote is Your Voice, so make sure that you are registered to vote in West Lancashire Check that you are registered to vote, that your details are correct and that your voice is heard through the ballot box Remember, you will need photo ID to vote Postal or Proxy

West Lancashire homes impacted by New Year flooding

News Friday, January 3, 2025 West Lancashire homes impacted by New Year flooding Serious flooding has affected a number of properties in West Lancashire due to heavy rain on New Year's Eve that continued into New Year's Day. The affected properties were in Ormskirk with a smaller number

Update on recovery operation following New Year's Day floods

News Thursday, January 9, 2025 Update on recovery operation following New Year's Day floods The Council has coordinated with partner agencies and continued its recovery response to the floods that occurred in several parts of the Borough on New Year's Day, and again more recently in parts

West Lancashire rural businesses set to reap the rewards of Council’s funding boost

News Tuesday, March 18, 2025 West Lancashire rural businesses set to reap the rewards of Council’s funding boost West Lancashire Borough Council has awarded £280,000 to rural businesses funding through the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF), helping them to diversify, grow and explore new

Join our Community Coronation event!

News Tuesday, May 2, 2023 Join our Community Coronation event! Event will mark the historic Coronation weekend Children's entertainment, live music and fire displays just a few of the highlights Celebrations are a chance for communities to come together and have fun Over the upcoming historic

Make your business, our business and join us at our next West Lancashire ‘Boost Your Business’ Roadshow

News Thursday, February 29, 2024 Make your business, our business and join us at our next West Lancashire ‘Boost Your Business’ Roadshow Meet the business professionals who will help to take your business to the next level Share your ambitions with members of the West Lancashire business community

Plans for Phase 1 of the Digmoor Revival Project have been approved

News Friday, March 1, 2024 Plans for Phase 1 of the Digmoor Revival Project have been approved Plans for Phase 1 of the Digmoor Revival Project have been approved The project at Blythewood and Banksbarn in Skelmersdale is split into two phases and will see the building of 45 new affordable homes

West Lancashire Borough Council Invites Residents to Participate in 2024 Citizen Survey

News Monday, July 15, 2024 West Lancashire Borough Council Invites Residents to Participate in 2024 Citizen Survey West Lancashire Borough Council are inviting residents from the Borough to partake in the 2024 Citizen Survey and share their views about their community and Council services

Duo of free family-friendly summer events return to West Lancashire

News Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Duo of free family-friendly summer events return to West Lancashire West Lancashire is set to welcome back a duo of free family-friendly events this August. The Skelmersdale Show – a Summer Festival for all ages returns on Sunday, August 18, with bucket-loads of fun