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New direction for Council's development company agreed in principle pending business plan approval

to develop sites within West Lancashire with the fundamental aim of supporting the housing and economic needs of the residents of the Borough whilst making financial returns for its shareholder, the Council, and only undertaking work in adjacent boroughs for other local authorities or registered providers

Stable Lives races forward thanks to funding boost

. Their programmes include horse riding, stable management, and holistic support, which foster the development of social skills, confidence, and sports participation. In total, the charity received nearly £80,000, comprising £26,809 of the council’s funding and £52,041 from West Lancashire’s UKSPF Community

Burscough Sports renovation well under way

to officially mark the groundbreaking at the site. As part of the ceremony, pupils from Burscough Village Primary School handed over a time capsule they had filled with their own artwork, which will be buried on the site. Construction work is expected to take around six months and the project

Skelmersdale Junior Football League to return THIS SUNDAY (16 Oct) after partners agree way forward

) and JMO agreed a way forward. To address concerns about dangerous parking on grass verges and double yellow lines around the site, it has been agreed that on each Sunday morning, SJFL will install cones and undertake routine inspections to ensure that any person not complying is reported to the Council

Council approves new CIL funding bids for local projects

News Tuesday, December 12, 2023 Council approves new CIL funding bids for local projects £1.3m of CIL funding approved to support 17 projects across the Borough Projects include improvements to children’s playgrounds and sports facilities, and support for GP surgeries Approval at Cabinet comes

Council launches consultation on Skelmersdale Masterplan

level improvements to the Concourse Shopping Centre will upgrade the area’s overall aesthetic and accessibility, encouraging more visitors. Glenburn site redevelopment: The plan includes the construction of around 400 new homes and allocates space for the possible future addition of a rail station

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

‘Love your West Lancs’ - Council calls on residents and communities to join this year’s Great British Spring Clean

News Tuesday, March 19, 2024 ‘Love your West Lancs’ - Council calls on residents and communities to join this year’s Great British Spring Clean Keep Britain Tidy’s ‘Great British Spring Clean’ campaign marks 70th anniversary Council will support by providing litter picking equipment 96

Update on delays faced by Linear Park delivery 

ambitions to ensure work associated with the Ormskirk to Burscough project will be completed by end of March 2024.’ A Council spokesperson said: “Officers initially felt that this project could be delivered in a timely manner with completion by end of March this year. “Due to a unique combination of site

Junction 4 scheme underway in Skelmersdale

News Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Junction 4 scheme underway in Skelmersdale Work on a major new employment scheme in Skelmersdale has begun, with contractors moving on site. The steel frames are making good progress, marking a significant construction milestone as contractor Caddick Construction

New Skelmersdale Tawd Valley Centre complete as Borough gets ready to embrace a bright future

Lancashire College with the rest of the town centre. Improvements will also be made to the public areas outside Skelmersdale Library to make them more attractive spaces for residents to enjoy. Minister for Levelling Up, Neil O’Brien MP, said: ''Supported by £2 million from the government’s Growth Deal

Leader of West Lancashire Borough Council’s Christmas and New Year message

a real, tangible difference to people's lives and I'm delighted we have been able to support these initiatives. "We know the environment and combating climate change is a priority for our residents and we share their concerns, so in 2023, across 16 sites, we worked with BP Pulse to install 31 new

Spark into action this November  

by LFRS LFRS will have a multi-agency vehicle (MAIAT) operation on standby on the November 5 The Youth Zone Bus, with support from Wigan Athletic Community Trust will be at Coronation Park on October 30 between 6pm and 10pm Seven designated sites within Borough permitted for bonfire construction

Communities invited to share their thoughts on exciting plans for new Wellbeing & Leisure Hubs

the plans and give your thoughts on things like site location, key design principles, facilities, and what the Hubs will look like. There is also an online consultation for each Hub now open for you to contribute to. The proposed new Hubs will replace the ageing Nye Bevan Pool and Park Pool

Spring may be here, but we know winter money worries are still being keenly felt

, please visit our Cost-of-Living Hub , whether to access warm spaces that can help you keep your home heating costs down, or to find out if you are eligible for financial help." See below for energy payment support schemes currently open for applications: (all schemes subject to eligibility criteria

West Lancashire Borough Council successfully agrees budget to maintain services and foster prosperity

News Friday, February 25, 2022 West Lancashire Borough Council successfully agrees budget to maintain services and foster prosperity Budget passed after cross-party agreement Financial plans to support prosperity of the Borough Council tax rise kept below 2.5% Following a meeting of the full

Dog owners encouraged to 'Walk This Way' and bin the bag!

News Wednesday, June 29, 2022 Dog owners encouraged to 'Walk This Way' and bin the bag! Beacon Country Park joins national scheme to clean up public spaces Green Flag site one of only 12 new sites included New maps including bins to make it easier for pet owners to dispose of waste Dog owners who

Gingerbread Festival

Events Sunday, July 13, 2025 Gingerbread Festival Ormskirk Town Centre, West Lancashire - 13th July Head to Ormskirk this July for the return of the popular Gingerbread festival where you can expect free children’s entertainment, an artisan market and plenty of gingerbread! This event is supported

Council boosts funding for men’s mental health through Divine Days

News Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Council boosts funding for men’s mental health through Divine Days Divine Days Community CIC, a Skelmersdale-based social enterprise supporting individuals with additional needs and disabilities, received an additional cash injection from the Council’s 2025/2026 UK

Tawd Valley Developments begins construction of 50 new homes for Skelmersdale residents

News Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Tawd Valley Developments begins construction of 50 new homes for Skelmersdale residents Contractors working for Tawd Valley Developments (TVD) have begun site preparation as work to deliver 50 new homes in Skelmersdale commences. Hoardings will this week go up around