Category: News

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025

Posted on February 07, 2025 by in News
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2025, we’re celebrating the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our apprentices here at Fylde Council. Apprenticeships provide a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and work towards a qualification while earning. Hear from some of our apprentices as they share their journeys, experiences, and future aspirations…

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Fylde Council’s Lytham 1940s Weekend Shortlisted for Prestigious Lancashire Tourism Award

Posted on February 07, 2025 by in News
Fylde Council is delighted to announce that the Lytham 1940s Weekend has been shortlisted for the Large Event of the Year in the Lancashire Tourism Awards 2024, celebrating excellence in the county’s vibrant tourism sector. The shortlisting followed a rigorous evaluation process, where the Fylde Council Tourism Team presented the event to a panel of industry…

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Fylde Council to Refurbish Kirkham Market Square Public Toilets

Posted on February 06, 2025 by in News
Fylde Council has announced an exciting refurbishment project for the Kirkham Market Square public toilets, bringing much-needed updates to the facility and aligning it with modern standards. With an approved budget of £35,000, the project will transform the dated facilities into a clean, modern, and easily maintained space. The Kirkham toilets, situated adjacent to the newly…

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Fairhaven RSPB Statement

Posted on February 05, 2025 by in News
Following the recent decision by the RSPB to withdraw from operating the Fairhaven Lake Visitor Centre and shop, they have now served their official six-month notice, meaning they will be leaving us on 31 July at the latest. Cllr Jayne Nixon, Lead Member for Tourism, Leisure and Culture, said: "We would like to take this opportunity to…

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Fylde Council to Extend Public Spaces Protection Orders Prohibiting Barbecues on Council-Owned Land

Posted on February 03, 2025 by in News
Fylde Council has resolved to extend the existing Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) prohibiting barbecues and other outdoor cooking facilities on council-owned land for a further three years, following an Executive Committee meeting on Tuesday 28 January 2025. The current PSPOs, which cover 11 designated areas across the borough, were due to lapse on 30 June…

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Fylde Modernises Council Tax Management with Digital Service

Posted on January 31, 2025 by in News
Fylde Council is encouraging residents to sign up for an enhanced digital Council Tax service, enabling them to manage their accounts more efficiently through a secure online platform. The initiative marks a significant step forward in the Council’s commitment to providing accessible, modern services to the community. The digital service enables residents to view their Council…

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Experience the Magic of the Fylde Ice Festival in St Annes

Posted on January 30, 2025 by in News
The Fylde Ice Festival is back for its third year, bringing a spectacular array of ice sculptures and family fun to St Annes on Saturday 15 February 2025. Following successful events in Lytham and Kirkham, this year's festival promises to live up to the expectation, transforming the town centre into a glittering winter wonderland. Visitors can…

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Fylde Council Submits ‘Relevant Representation’ Regarding Morgan and Morecambe Windfarm Project

Posted on January 30, 2025 by in News
On Monday 27 January 2025, Fylde Council submitted a ‘Relevant Representation’ to the Planning Inspectorate, setting out the council’s ongoing concerns regarding the proposal to connect the planned Morgan and Morecambe windfarms to the National Grid at Penwortham. The representation maintains Fylde Council’s objection to the proposal, first expressed during the pre-submission consultation in November 2023…

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Fylde Council Approves Acquisition of Kirkham Pool

Posted on January 30, 2025 by in News
Fylde Council’s Executive Committee has approved plans to acquire Kirkham Pool from the YMCA for a nominal sum of £1, marking a vital step forward in securing swimming provision for the Fylde area. The decision follows the withdrawal of Wave Reach CIC from the facility’s Disposal Plan process and demonstrates the Council’s commitment to maintaining…

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Fylde Council Community Projects Fund Supports Local Initiatives

Posted on January 27, 2025 by in News
Fylde Council is delighted to announce the successful allocation of Community Projects Fund grants to numerous local organisations, demonstrating the Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting grassroots initiatives across the borough. The Community Projects Fund, which allocates £20,000 annually, has enabled transformative projects throughout Fylde, ranging from sports initiatives to environmental improvements and cultural preservation efforts. Among the…

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