West Lancashire Borough Council1 hr agoTransitioning councils seek to postpone electionsSome authorities have voted for the move as they prepare for local government reorganisation.1 hr ago6 days agoCommunity projects given £1.2m cash boostThirteen schemes across West Lancashire will be handed the cash following a public consultation.6 days ago23 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 202516 Nov 2025£164m shops and homes regeneration plan approvedA masterplan for homes, businesses and a solar farm is approved by West Lancashire Borough Council.16 Nov 20254 Aug 2025Bin collection delays blamed on crew shortagesWest Lancashire Council will only collect non-recyclable waste until 14 August.4 Aug 202514 Jul 2025Racing drivers prompt safety concerns on by-passCars racing along a major road in Lancashire are causing concerns from residents and local politicians.14 Jul 20258 May 2025Town's £150m redevelopment masterplan approvedThe project by West Lancashire Borough Council includes 400 new homes and new commercial units.8 May 202527 Feb 2025Council-owned swimming pools reprieved after voteWest Lancashire Council has to scrap its plans to close two swimming pools after losing a key vote.27 Feb 202519 Feb 2025Council set to shut swimming pools over £1m costsIt would cost more than £1m to keep the pools in Ormskirk and Skelmersdale open, a council report says.19 Feb 2025...