Fylde Council has responded to the Government’s UK Resettlement scheme by committing to extend current refugee resettlement support to welcome five Afghan families fleeing the conflict, as well as looking to see how the borough can offer additional help as the situation develops. It is recognised that these families and those across the country will need…

Read more Fylde Council pledges help for Afghan families

A Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) was launched in Fylde on September 7 to highlight the risks of underage drinking and improve the health and wellbeing of local young people. The CAP will work with youth services and local organisations to provide alcohol-free leisure and sports activities for young people. It will also work with local schools to…

Read more A new partnership launches in Fylde to tackle underage drinking

In response to several attacks on protected wildlife by dogs not on leads in public gardens, Fylde Council is reviewing the current Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) in four locations:
  • Ashton Gardens;
  • The Promenade and Promenade Gardens;
  • Lowther Gardens;
  • Fairhaven Lake.
As part of the review, the Council is inviting feedback from all stakeholders who use…

Read more Fylde Council seeks views on further PSPO controls

Fylde Council has launched a new scheme aimed at encouraging new and exciting activities for young people in the borough. The ARG Youth Activity Scheme will contribute up to £10,000 to support the establishment of new youth provision in Fylde to help with the post pandemic recovery of this vital sector. Aimed at not-for-profit organisations, the funding…

Read more New grant to boost provision for youngsters in Fylde