Lancashire County Council2 days agoPreston Bus scraps £1 off-peak bus fare capThe operator blames rising costs for its decision to end the scheme.2 days ago3 days agoCouncil's Southport attack probe could be scrappedThe county council's own review into events before the murder of three children could be cancelled. 3 days ago3 days agoWe will name police and social workers unless action taken, lawyer for Southport families saysChris Walker says he will name staff from five agencies unless suitable disciplinary action is taken.3 days ago23 Mar 2026New school-based nurseries to open in 13 areasThirteen schools are set to open or expand school-based nurseries from September.23 Mar 202620 Mar 2026Pothole fund to help cover Tour de France costsOpposition councillors back hosting the event but warn it must not undermine wider road repairs.20 Mar 202615 Mar 2026Bus gate 'not working', as motorists fined £3.7m A councillor says the traffic-reducing measure on Corporation Street is not effective and should be removed.15 Mar 202611 Mar 2026'My son is in crisis - we're not waiting two years'Kieron says his son Michael, who is autistic and has ADHD, needs to go to a specialist school.11 Mar 202610 Mar 2026Over 100 roads to be repaired in £21m county planThe county council says it agreed a list of 80 schemes, with several involving more than one route.10 Mar 20268 Mar 2026'I need wellies to leave the house when it rains'A man says a blocked drain outside his house means he has to "wear wellies" to get out of his front gate.8 Mar 2026...
