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Spread the word! Blackpool Grand Theatre has the write stuff to help young minds following the successful Tales Retold Storytelling Festival this July. As part of The Grand’s ground-breaking Story-Led Resilience Programme, the Tales Retold project invited over 700 young story makers from 12 local schools to tell their stories of resilience, hope and a […]

• Targeted green prescribing could save over £635 million per year • Wildlife Trusts programmes help tackle anxiety, depression and social isolation • “Nature is an essential part of health and social care” – The Wildlife Trusts Nature-based health and wellbeing programmes could save hundreds of millions of pounds each year and reduce society’s reliance […]

The Lancashire Innovation Board, a Lancashire Enterprise Partnership sub-committee which helps develop and drive innovation strategies and initiatives across the county, has launched a new strategic plan. Described as a  ‘blueprint for growth’, and developed in partnership with Lancashire County Council and the county’s leading universities and innovation organisations, the Lancashire Innovation Plan (LIP)  is […]

A record number of parks and green spaces across the UK have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award in 2023. The scheme is celebrating as 2,216 parks – the largest number since the scheme began 27 years ago – are proudly preparing to raise their flags. A full list […]

Thriving entrepreneurialism and innovation are driving demand for specialist commercial and Intellectual Property (IP) services at full-service law firm Forbes Solicitors, which has offices across Manchester, Leeds, and Lancashire. The firm’s commercial team has reported 45% growth in revenues for its most recent financial year ending 30 April 2023, compared to financial year 2021-2022. Strong […]

The Mall Blackburn has signed up to become an official sponsor of the Community Volunteer Awards, which is organised by Community CVS and Blackburn with Darwen Council. The awards, which are now in their fifth year, recognise individuals and groups who go the extra mile to make lives better for residents across the borough. People can nominate […]

A well-known local businessman, a leader of domestic abuse services and a council chief executive have received prestigious academic awards from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). Zuber Issa CBE, EG Group co-founder, Amanda Elwen, who has led and developed domestic abuse services within East Lancashire, and Mick Cartledge, Burnley Council’s outgoing Chief Executive, all […]

A market leading pub, hotel and wedding venue specialist sector operator headquartered in Clitheroe, Lancashire, has been given the go ahead by Ribble Valley Borough Council on two developments at two of their current trading sites, Waddington Arms, Waddington and Eaves Hall, West Bradford. Bowland Inns & Hotels t/a James’ Places owns and operates an […]

A Preston business leader has practised what he preaches and has graduated from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). Martin Blunt, Head of the Institution’s Enterprise and Engagement Unit, combined his busy role working with regional and national businesses whilst studying for an Executive MBA degree apprenticeship. The 49-year-old, who created UCLan’s new Apprenticeship Matching […]

The award signifies the due regard, recognition and support that Chorley Council holds for those in the Armed Forces. Chorley Council has been accredited with the Defence ERS Gold Award for employer organisations that pledge, demonstrate or advocate support to defence and the armed forces community, and align their values with the Armed Forces Covenant […]

The Dukes award-winning outdoor walkabout theatre returns to Lancaster’s Williamson Park this summer, with an epic whirlwind adventure, Around The World In 80 Days.  The cast and creatives behind this year’s park show have been creating some eye-catching promotional shots for the show. Featuring the detailed costumes and the amazing scenery of the park, the […]

HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are delighted to announce that they have made it through to the finals of the Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs), in the categories Community Business of the Year and Apprentice Team of the Year.  The BIBAS organised by the North and Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce are now in […]