News – Page 33 – Fylde Council

The votes are in and the wait is finally over! Fylde Council's Sports Development Team has announced the finalists of this year's Fylde Active Community Awards. Recognising the people, clubs and organisations that go above and beyond in sports and activity in the community, the 2023 awards received over 100 nominations from across the borough. Now local businesses…

Read more Fylde Active Community Awards shortlist announced

A Community, Voluntary, Faith and Social Enterprise Feasibility (CVFSE) and Baseline Study, fully funded by Fylde’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation is well underway! Selnet Ltd were commissioned at the start of summer to help us fully understand the roles and contributions that the CVFSE sectors play within the Borough. A questionnaire has been produced to…

Read more Last Chance to get Involved with Fylde’s Community, Voluntary Faith, and Social Enterprise (CVFSE) Study

Councillor Karen Buckley, Leader of Fylde Council said: “We regret the YMCA's decision to close and are disappointed that this will remove the provision of public swimming in and around Kirkham. We also appreciate how difficult it must have been to make this decision by the YMCA who own and operate the facility. Nevertheless, the…

Read more Kirkham YMCA Closure

The St Annes Events Space project, part of the St Annes Masterplan, aims to create a dedicated events space in the heart of St Annes Square. This initiative is designed to expand the town's event offerings, driving greater economic activity and ultimately leading to more footfall, drawing in both residents and visitors. As the project gains…

Read more Fylde Council Invites Community Participation in Shaping the St Annes Events Space Project

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In an effort to enhance the parking experience and offer increased convenience for residents and visitors, Fylde Council have introduced a transferable parking ticket, effective from 24th July. These changes will provide residents and visitors the freedom to explore multiple locations within the Fylde area without incurring additional costs. Under the current system, parking tickets are…

Read more New Tariff Changes Bring Greater Flexibility to Fylde Car Parks

Funding approval has been granted for three public realm improvement project schemes throughout the borough. These projects, made possible through Section 106 contributions, aim to enhance the local communities and provide improved amenities for residents and visitors. Section 106 contributions play a vital role in UK development. These agreements enable local planning authorities to collaborate with…

Read more Fylde Council Allocates Funding for Public Realm Improvement Schemes

A significant number of individuals, including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities, face limitations in accessing standard accessible toilets due to their specific mobility challenges. These individuals often require specialised equipment or assistance from one or two carers to utilise the facilities or undergo necessary continence pad changes. Standard accessible toilets, commonly known as disabled toilets,…

Read more Fylde Council to Construct Two New Changing Place Facilities for Enhanced Accessibility

The St Annes Event Space Project, the first initiative under the St Annes Masterplan adopted by the Council in July 2022, is set to transform St Annes Road West into a vibrant hub for hosting events. This exciting development will enhance the existing event venues in St Annes, providing a dedicated facility that aligns with…

Read more St Annes Event Space Project Marks Milestone in St Annes Masterplan

An exciting new project with the potential to positively impact the lives of Fylde's residents is set to commence, thanks to funding provided by the UK Government through Fylde's UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation. In the coming weeks, a tender process will be initiated to select a highly experienced organisation to deliver direct support and…

Read more Fylde are Getting Active About Economic Inactivity