Business owners and landlords in Kirkham’s historic town centre are now being encouraged to apply for grants that could help transform their premises. Fylde Borough Council’s Shop Front Improvement Scheme was launched after Kirkham was designated a High Street Heritage Action Zone (HS HAZ) by Historic England. Supported by both HS HAZ and the Government’s Future High…

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The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed that NHS Test and Trace services will continue every day over Christmas and the New Year, providing and processing tests for those who need them and tracing contacts of positive cases. All test sites will remain open, with booking slots available on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s…

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Fylde Council has updated its Local Plan to take account of revised government guidance and to assist neighbouring authorities in delivering unmet committments. The updated Fylde Local Plan 2032 (incorporating Partial Review) was adopted by Fylde Council on 6th December 2021. This document revises 9 policies of the previous Local Plan which was adopted in October…

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Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall. Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway…

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Food businesses across the Fylde are scoring top marks for Food Hygiene Ratings as advent calendars countdown to Christmas! The past twelve months have seen record numbers of food businesses changing ownership or starting from scratch, adopting new business models to thrive in unprecedented circumstances. Whether these businesses were introducing takeaway options, offering delivery services, or…

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Fylde Council are inviting visitors and residents to express their views on car parking arrangements throughout Lytham in an online survey. The aim of the survey is to gather information about people’s parking preferences, concerns, and suggestions. This data will then be used to inform future developments regarding parking facilities to support the town and wider…

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Lancashire Volunteer Partnership (LVP) and the NHS are looking for volunteer Marshals to assist at COVID vaccination sites across Lancashire and South Cumbria. This is your opportunity to do your part in helping your community protect themselves and their loved ones from coronavirus. Anyone aged 16 years and over, not currently self-isolating or showing COVID-19 symptoms,…

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