Hyndburn Borough Council5 days agoNumber 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 days ago2 Mar 2026Lancashire's local elections in 2026People living in seven parts of Lancashire will head to the polls on 7 May.2 Mar 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 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 202514 Nov 2025Call to delay 2026 local elections due to devolutionLeaders of Blackburn and Hyndburn councils say there is no point in a contest before the reorganisation. 14 Nov 202530 Oct 2025Battery storage farm to go ahead after appealPlans for the battery storage facility in woodland in Lancashire can now go ahead after an appeal. 30 Oct 202525 Jul 2025Council given £220k to support rough sleepersThe government grant will help continue to fund Hyndburn's emergency night shelter25 Jul 2025...
