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Borough set to dazzle this festive season as the Christmas Lights sparkle in Skelmersdale and Ormskirk

arranged by the E-rooms will welcome local headliners Apostles, supported by Big Bambora. The Rock Choir and Showbiz Academy will also be providing some spontaneous entertainment as well as incredible vocal performances and the famous Skelmersdale Prize Band will play traditional Christmas carols

West Lancashire champions fair and responsible tax conduct

conduct. It is wrong that certain businesses operate outside of fair tax conduct, whilst local services go underfunded. "Here in West Lancashire, we are committed to demonstrating best practice in our tax conduct and will continue to support and encourage all businesses to achieve the same standard

West Lancashire Welcomes Edge Hill University Students for 2024

, creating a sense of pride and belonging for everyone involved." The West Lancashire Community Safety Partnership is working closely with Edge Hill University to promote key messages that support responsible community integration. Aiming to create positive relationships between students and residents

West Lancashire Borough Council seeks public views on £500,000 funding for community projects

collected CIL contributions from developers undertaking certain new developments across the Borough. The money we raise can be used to pay for a wide range of community infrastructure that is needed, though can only go to support new development. This can include transport schemes, green space

West Lancashire homes impacted by New Year flooding

affected by the severe weather. “We will continue to help residents with practical support wherever possible as they begin to rebuild and recover from this devastating incident. "I'm heartened to know that the community has rallied round to support those in need of help. My thanks also go

West Lancashire Borough Council approves new infrastructure funding for community improvements

allocated for Phase 2 of the Fairy Glen Environmental Improvements in Appley Bridge, while additional monies will support the Skelmersdale Heritage Trail and Pond Link Path at Tawd Valley Park to be delivered by West Lancashire Borough Council. These investments will enhance community spaces, improve

West Lancashire Borough Council achieves top grade for consumer standards from Housing Regulator

recurrences. Councillor Nicola Pryce-Roberts, Lead Member for Housing said: “Congratulations to everyone at West Lancashire Borough Council. This is an amazing achievement. "I am incredibly proud of all the employees involved and the tenant groups who have helped and supported us to improve our

Council confirms next steps to deliver £20m Pride in Place investment in Digmoor, Skelmersdale

areas to move toward community‑led delivery from Year 3. The Council has also received £150,000 of early capacity funding for 2025/26 to support community engagement, Neighbourhood Board establishment and development of the ten‑year Regeneration Plan. A full‑time Programme Manager and Engagement

Digmoor revival project brings history to life through community mural

artist Lisa Yates, West Lancashire College’s Art Department, St Francis of Assisi RC Catholic Primary School, with support from the Skelmersdale Heritage Society and the Digmoor Revival programme. The mural project was driven by Tawd Valley Developments Ltd, West Lancashire Borough Council’s building

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

for West Lancashire, said: “We want to hear from anyone who uses or is affected by where our polling station locations and polling district boundaries are. "We want to make voting as accessible as possible, so if anyone feels we could site polling stations differently we would love to hear from you. We

Council to Introduce Native Wildflower Meadows

will have a grass cut pathway created to allow for the continuous enjoyment and where roundabout sites are considered, these will only be where there will be no visual impact on motorists', cyclists', and pedestrians' visibility. Information signage will also be installed to showcase to the benefits

Join the Great British Spring Clean to keep our communities tidy

News Tuesday, March 29, 2022 Join the Great British Spring Clean to keep our communities tidy We can help volunteers with clean up events Getting involved can help people's mental health If you want to help clean up litter in your community then join us in supporting the Great British Spring Clean

Community groups invited to join celebrations as Skelmersdale's Tawd Valley Centre nears completion

between the Borough Council and developer St. Modwen, supported by the Lancashire Local Enterprise Partnership. Construction partners for the project have been Caddick Construction. Side Panels

Platinum Jubilee celebrations a great success

a large crowd gathered to watch the High Sheriff of Lancashire, Martin Ainscough DL, light the beacon for the Jubilee. And the fun continued the following day at Skelmersdale amphitheatre with an entertaining afternoon supported by the Friends of Tawd Valley Park and live music organised by the Engine

West Lancashire Borough Council's response to Department of Transport decision to block Skelmersdale rail link plans

for money assessment." They go on to say that they "…understand the strong strategic case for enhancing public transport connectivity to Skelmersdale to support economic regeneration and carbon reduction. The Department will continue to advise and explore other options." Councillor Yvonne Gagen

The Mayor of West Lancashire's Christmas and New Year Message

of our community, supporting the most vulnerable in so many ways during these difficult times and I congratulate them on their vital and tireless work. "I would also like to recognise Birch Green Amateur Boxing Club for their work in the community, Skelmersdale Veterans for inviting me to visit

Recycle and reuse your outgrown uniforms with Skelmersdale FUSS

News Friday, July 7, 2023 Recycle and reuse your outgrown uniforms with Skelmersdale FUSS West Lancashire Borough Council has partnered with charity Wirral FUSS to support local families with their school uniform needs. The charity has been operating on the Wirral for over 10 years, serving over

Tributes paid and flags raised to honour important services

Emergency Services Day. The 999 Day Flag will be flown to show support for the heroic men and women of the NHS and Emergency Services. The 999 Day Flag will be hoisted on the flagstaff outside the Council Offices at 52 Derby Street, Ormskirk at 10.00am, and a 2 minutes silence will be observed

Council commits to increasing diversity in democracy

supporting and representing under-represented groups Setting ambitious targets for candidates from under-represented groups at the next local elections. The details of the motion also include increased flexibility for Councillors and an enhanced duty of care to encourage more diverse candidates

WLBC invites stakeholders to participate in 2024 stakeholder survey

Borough Council, the survey aims to collect valuable feedback from stakeholders about the Borough and the Council's performance. The 2024 Stakeholder Survey includes several core questions aimed at measuring satisfaction and evaluating how well the community is supported by the Council. Councillor