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Millions awarded to businesses to support them through COVID-19 pandemic

expressed their gratitude after receiving financial support: " Thank you to all at business grants from Eclipse, you have helped us during these tough times and without your support we would not have made it through, you get little credit for your hard work, we appreciate all you have done for us

Take part in the Citizen & Stakeholder 2022 Survey

with NWA Social and Market Research Ltd, West Lancashire Borough Council has now opened the Citizen & Stakeholder 2022 Survey with residents, groups, organisations, parish councils, partners, and businesses across the Borough all invited to share their views. The survey consists of several core

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

, Skelmersdale’s new and improved town centre will help deliver opportunity and prosperity for all. ''With new retailers already opening up, the Tawd Valley Centre will serve as a shining example of levelling up in action in West Lancashire.” The town centre redevelopment scheme has been a partnership

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

Ormskirk Bank Holiday Festival set to return

will all bring a buzz to the town centre, with something for everyone to enjoy. Councillor Anne Fennell, portfolio holder for Communities said: "I'm delighted that the Bank Holiday event is set to return this year. With the incredible variety of local talent, artisan offers and fantastic community

Have your say on Community Infrastructure Levy Projects

with infrastructure projects they feel will bring the most benefit to them." "We want to hear residents' thoughts about how the shortlisted schemes would improve their lives, so we encourage those people local to the schemes to get involved in this consultation." "We’ve spent many months working on all

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

the two-bed bungalows, the homes, which will be owned and managed by West Lancs Borough Council, will compromise a mix of one-bed apartments and two and three-bedroom houses. They are all made using timber-frame construction. The scheme attracted £2m of Homes England funding. Councillor Nicola Pryce

Council adopts Charter for Families Bereaved Through Public Tragedy

for the truth. We accept that we should learn from the findings of external scrutiny and from past mistakes. Avoid seeking to defend the indefensible or to dismiss or disparage those who may have suffered where we have fallen short. Ensure all members of staff treat members of the public and each

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

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

Christmas Light Switch-on events bring festive season to life in West Lancashire

News Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Christmas Light Switch-on events bring festive season to life in West Lancashire Skelmersdale’s Christmas light Switch-on event sparked the festive season to life in West Lancashire and proved to be a real cracker for all ages. The town’s family-friendly event took

Embrace the season of goodwill on Small Business Saturday

fully supportive of the SBS campaign. “I encourage people to shop local, not just on SBS but all year round. This is crucial to their survival, as well as our town centre.” Councillor Gareth Dowling, Deputy Leader of the Council and lead member for Planning and Community Safety , added: “Shopping local

West Lancashire Borough Council continues its commitment to stand against domestic violence

the White Ribbon Promise; never to use, excuse or remain silent about violence against women and girls. The Promise can be made on White Ribbon UK’s website: www.whiteribbon.org.uk Anthea Sully, Chief Executive of White Ribbon UK, said: “This year, White Ribbon Day is focusing on the attitudes

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

. "The next twelve months will undoubtedly bring big challenges. If you think we may be able to help, please reach out to us. There are lots of resources on our website outlining where we may be able to assist you with things like money advice, benefits and health and wellbeing, along with contact details

Join the Great British Spring Clean to keep our communities tidy

Chief Executive, said: “Whether it’s pledging to pick just one bag, or more, we can all carry out small acts of kindness - for our planet and for ourselves." If you are out and about on your litter pick in West Lancashire please do not attempt to clean up fly-tipped waste. Please report

Platinum Jubilee celebrations a great success

proud of how West Lancashire celebrated together and I would like to thank the hard work and dedication of our staff, partners and volunteers who worked together to make these events so successful and enjoyable for all." Side Panels

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

significant opportunities for them to connect with the wider region and to take advantage of all the subsequent increased investment and regeneration opportunities that would bring. "We welcome the DfT's acknowledgement of the need to invest in public transport connectivity in Skelmersdale. However, we

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

in Brierfield and 14 at Fairstead, all in Skelmersdale. Another development at Westhead (10 homes) is due for completion this summer with the 27 home Northfield scheme completing in phases across August and September this year. TVD's biggest scheme to date, building 50 new homes at Fairlie has recently

Statement from West Lancashire Borough Council on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

saddened to hear the news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II. "Queen Elizabeth II has been the longest serving monarch in British history and a major international figure for more than seven decades. We send our condolences to all the Royal Family at this sad time." Details of arrangements: As a tribute

West Lancashire Sex Establishment Licensing Policy Review

. Councillor Gareth Dowling, Deputy Leader of the Council and portfolio holder for Communities and Community Safety, said: "The subject of this policy may seem somewhat controversial, but it is a legitimate area of law and it's important that we make sure all our licencing policies are fit for purpose