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Still time to apply for a postal vote for upcoming elections this May

News Wednesday, April 12, 2023 Still time to apply for a postal vote for upcoming elections this May Postal vote requests must reach Council offices by 5pm on 18 April Need Voter ID? We can help at drop-in sessions May elections will be 'all-out' Important local elections are taking place on 5 May

Have your say on the future of local council services in Lancashire 

Council provides services such as social care, education, roads, and libraries, while district and borough councils manage services like bin collections, planning, housing, and leisure. Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen operate as unitary councils, which deliver all of the above services

Council supports residents to get their foot on the housing ladder as Skelmersdale shared ownership housing scheme approved

, including A-rated gas boilers, electric vehicle charging points, integrated kitchen appliances (washing machine, induction hob, chimney hood, single oven and fridge/freezer), and off-road parking for all dwellings, with garages included in three plots. The development will benefit from expert input

Platinum Jubilee celebrations a great success

Rooms. Football tournaments and turf sledging were amongst some of the top activities for the children to enjoy and Skelmersdale Heritage Society showcased photos of the area from times gone by. Councillor Mrs Marilyn Westley, Mayor of West Lancashire, who officially opened both park events

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

of the £4.7m, 27 home scheme at Northfield in Skelmersdale, due to complete later this year. Councillor Nicola Pryce-Roberts, portfolio holder for Housing, said: "I am incredibly pleased that as a Council, we have in principle found a positive and effective way forward for TVD. "One of our top priorities

Handover of eight energy-efficient bungalows in revolutionary Tawd Valley Housing project   

cutting ceremony on Monday, February 26. Mayo r Nixon added : “I am honoured to be here today to help Tawd Valley Developments officially handover these wonderful bungalows to the Council, which not only are affordable and energy-efficient, they also really look the part. “I send all my best wishes

It’s ‘game on’ for Burscough Sports upgrade 

to the refurbishment that will deliver a modern leisure, wellbeing and fitness facility to meet the needs of West Lancashire residents The objectives of the project include integrating new technology, incorporating changing trends to meet user needs and preferences, improving the building’s ‘look and feel’ for all

Celebrate the countryside and countryside living at The Green Fayre

to no single use plastics West Lancashire's biggest celebration of the countryside and countryside living returns on 22 & 23 July 2023. The Green Fayre is an annual celebration of all thing's countryside, heritage crafts, countryside living and promotes sustainability across the borough, with 1000's

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

70 items or spending 70 minutes in the great outdoors making our communities better places for all. The Great British Spring Clean campaign runs from 15-31 March. You can choose to pledge as an individual, a group or a school by going to the Keep Britain Tidy website. West Lancashire Borough

Tributes paid and flags raised to honour important services

Offices. The people of the United Kingdom owe a debt of gratitude to all of our Emergency Services and the flag raising is an opportunity for us all to pay tribute to the work that they do.” You can visit the website https://www.999day.org.uk/ to find out more about 999 (Emergency Services) Day. Side

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

an increase in the opportunities for young people to take part in activities and increased litter patrols in some areas as part of its response to points raised by residents. Councillor Vickie Cummins, lead member for Communities, said: "Resident feedback is important to us. It provides a roadmap

Phase 1 of Digmoor affordable housing regeneration project in Skelmersdale is complete

to reflect modern living standards. Built with timber frame construction, they include air source heat pumps, EV charging points, triple glazed windows and solar panels to power communal areas. Looking ahead, Phase 2 of the scheme will see the demolition of outdated flats within Blythewood and Banksbarn

Community Engagement Roadshows are back for 2025

with their health." Councillor Nicola Pryce-Roberts, lead member for Housing at West Lancashire Borough Council added: “We all have those items we’ve been ‘meaning to get rid of’ and these skips are there to help people do just that, safely and conveniently. “Our litter picking and neighbourhood

Be a Bright Spark this November!

safe The upcoming Bonfire Night celebrations should be a safe, fun-filled and enjoyable time for all. But they can be a source of dread for many of our older or vulnerable residents in West Lancashire, as well as our animal companions. Loud fireworks, nuisance behaviour and frightened pets can cause

Green Fayre welcomed back to Beacon Country Park

and animal welfare charities and organisations giving tips on how you can help look after animals both at home and in the wild, as well as demonstrating dog agility skills and the majesty of birds of prey. Visit our living history Viking encampment and wander through the tented village to find out more

Council launches Embrace Digital marketing sessions to help local businesses thrive in the digital age

accessibility for all participants. The in-person sessions will be held at the West Lancashire Investment Centre (WLIC) and Mere Sands Woods, with lunch provided in between each session to facilitate networking and collaboration among attendees. In-person sessions: Intermediate Instagram: 18

Recycle and reuse your outgrown uniforms with Skelmersdale FUSS

, or financial contributions to the scheme can donated through the website. Donations for individual schools can be deposited into any drum across all locations, as the teams onsite will sort and distribute the clothing to the correct hubs. There is no referral process or means-testing. Depending on available

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

Healthy Weight Scheme brings £375,000 boost to West Lancashire

in partnership with stakeholders to improve outcomes for all. The Healthy Weight Service will include: • Community weight management programmes for adults. • Family programmes that encourage and model healthy lifestyle behaviours, practical skills and play in fun environments continuing from the successful

Leader of West Lancs Council calls on Andy Burnham to re-think Clean Air Zone plans

, which he argues will disproportionately impact businesses that border Greater Manchester. West Lancashire Borough Council have penned a joint letter with the neighbouring councils of Rossendale, Blackburn with Darwen, and Chorley who all share borders with the Greater Manchester region. They fear