Author: Fylde Council

Fylde Council regrets to announce that CIC Wave Reach has regrettably decided to withdraw from its role in the acquiring and operating Kirkham Pool. The decision was made due to personal reasons, challenges, and shifting priorities, yet the CIC has expressed confidence in the business plan it was developing in partnership with the council to…

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Fylde Council has taken a significant step towards addressing climate change by partnering with international multidisciplinary consultancy BDP (Building Design Partnership). This collaboration will create a comprehensive Climate Change Strategy and Implementation Plan for the Borough, ensuring a more sustainable and resilient future for Fylde. BDP, known for its innovative and collaborative approach to sustainable…

Read more Have your say on Fylde Council’s Climate Change Strategy

Fylde Council has confirmed its commitment to supporting residents through the Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS), with no major changes proposed for the 2025/26 financial year. This announcement follows a thorough review and consultation process involving key stakeholders and partners. The CTRS was introduced in April 2013 as part of the Welfare Reform Act 2012, replacing…

Read more Fylde Council Announces Continuation of Local Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2025/26

Fylde Council's ambitious £3.13 million town centre regeneration project is making excellent progress, with the first phase of improvements advancing ahead of schedule. The Council continues to demonstrate its continued commitment to transforming St Annes into a more vibrant and dynamic town centre. The initial phase of construction work, carried out by George Cox & Sons,…

Read more St Annes Town Centre Regeneration Makes Strong Progress with Local Apprentices Leading the Way

Fylde Council recently hosted a well-attended Bidders Day for potential St Annes Pool operators at the Town Hall. The event showcased operational requirements and the council's vision for the pool within the wider St Annes Masterplan, which also includes the £3m town centre regeneration scheme. The Council Leader and the procurement consultant presented detailed operational plans,…

Read more St Annes Pool Seeks Operator Following Successful Bidders Day

The government has announced a significant extension to the Household Support Fund, ensuring that vulnerable households in Fylde and across the country will continue to receive vital assistance with essential living costs until March 2026. This extension, unveiled in the Autumn Budget, includes an additional £1 billion allocated to the fund, reflecting the government’s commitment…

Read more Household Support Fund Extended to Provide Essential Support Until March 2026

A leading Fylde councillor has welcomed a fine handed out to the owner of a Lytham restaurant who ignored a council demand to remove an unlawful structure in a conservation area. Chistopher Turnbull and his company 64 Developments Ltd, pleaded guilty at Preston Magistrates Court to failing to comply with an enforcement notice requiring him…

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Lytham Institute, a registered charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents of Lytham and the surrounding areas, is delighted to announce the launch of a recruitment campaign to appoint six additional trustees.  Following Fylde Council's recent approval to expand the Institute’s governing body, the charity is seeking individuals with expertise…

Read more Lytham Institute Trustee Recruitment now open