Pendle Borough Council5 Mar 2026Number of kids not in school doubles in a decadeThe number of Lancashire children not attending school at all has risen by 100% since 2017.5 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Lancashire's local elections in 2026People living in seven parts of Lancashire will head to the polls on 7 May.2 Mar 202625 Feb 2026M&S store planned near motorway servicesThe joint Issa Brothers and Marks & Spencer scheme could create 70 jobs.25 Feb 202618 Feb 2026What's happening with Lancashire's local elections?Seven local authority areas will see people go to the polls in May after a U-turn by the government to postpone elections.18 Feb 202630 Jan 2026Residents vow to fight household waste site planResidents angered by plans to process tonnes of waste near their homes say they were not consulted.30 Jan 202629 Jan 2026Government u-turn over council electionPendle Borough Council will now be allowed to postpone May's local elections.29 Jan 202622 Jan 2026The one council that will hold elections in MayPendle Council is the only authority in Lancashire to have its postponement request denied.22 Jan 202614 Jan 2026Transitioning councils seek to postpone electionsSome authorities have voted for the move as they prepare for local government reorganisation.14 Jan 202623 Dec 2025Will my council election be going ahead next year?Elections are set to be held at seven local authorities in Lancashire but more than half want to delay.23 Dec 2025...
