Queen’s Speech: the key measures you need to know about
Here are some of the key measures in the first Conservative-only Queen’s Speech in nearly two decades:• EU Referendum BillThe centrepiece of the Government’s programme, this sets out plans to hold a...
View ArticleHow much does it cost to raise a child?
New research shows parents across the UK are spending an average of £35,000 on their children by the time they get to five years old – and that’s not a small amount, by anyone’s calculationsOn...
View ArticleUnion fury as MPs get set for pay hike
MPs are set for a 10% pay rise taking their pay to £74,000 after David Cameron made clear he will not try to block the watchdog that sets their salaries from implementing the hike.Downing Street said...
View ArticleLancashire campaigners ‘troubled’ by underground gas plans
Urgent assurances been called for over how controversial plans to store tons of natural gas under the Preesall countryside will be decided.A result is expected soon on a bid by Halite Energy Group to...
View ArticleFleetwood’s monuments included in exhibition
A grand opening launch has been staged for an exhibition at Fleetwood which celebrates iconic buildings from across the Fylde coast.Last year, Fleetwood Civic Society joined forces with the coast’s...
View ArticleSupermarkets recall ‘gluten free’ foods after scare: full list
The Food Standards Agency has reported that Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Waitrose have recalled various gluten-free products as they may contain gluten. This means they are a possible health...
View ArticleMotorists urged to avoid M62 after serious accident
MOTORISTS travelling between Manchester and Leeds are being urged to avoid the M62 as the motorway is currently closed in both directions between junction 21 at Milnrow and junction 22 at Saddleworth...
View ArticleHSBC bank to slash up to 25,000 jobs
Banking giant HSBC is to cut between 22,000 and 25,000 jobs globally including a reported 8,000 in the UK as part of an overhaul to slash costs and reshape the business.The bank said it was planning a...
View ArticleSupermarket recalls strawberry cheesecakes
Lidl is recalling certain packs of cheesecakes which may contain egg not mentioned on labelling.The discount retailer is recalling packs of Milbona Strawberry Cheesecakes as they may...
View ArticleWarning over low blood donation levels
AS part of National Blood Week, NHS Blood and Transplant have launched a campaign to raise awareness of a lack of blood donors.National Blood week runs from 8 to 14 June, with...
View ArticleALLERGY WARNING: High pollen levels predicted across Lancashire
Hay fever sufferers across Lancashire could be in for a difficult few days as high pollen levels are expected for much of the country.The Met Office has forecast high pollen levels across the region...
View ArticleNew health panel set up
Recruitment is underway for a new health panel.The panel will meet monthly to help review projects being undertaken by Wyre and Fylde’s Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). To become a member of the...
View ArticleAppeal to put names on town’s memorial
An appeal has been made for information about any overlooked local war heroes or heroines, to enable their names to be included on Garstang’s war memorial.The Town Council wants to ensure those who...
View ArticleVIDEO: First ‘drive-thru’ chippy opens
The region’s first “drive-thru” fish and chip shop has now officially opened.The brand new £1m. Banny’s Restaurant has opened in Burnley’s historic Weavers’ Triangle regeneration area, on the site of...
View ArticleFleetwood MP steps into fracking debate
Anti-fracking campaigners have welcomed support from Fleetwood’s MP in their bid to oppose two planning applications to drill for shale gas on the Fylde.And Labour’s Cat Smith has said that an appeal...
View ArticleStudents and staff praised by inspectors
A Fleetwood secondary school is on a high after being commended by inspectors for the work and commitment of both staff and students.Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood, has been rated good...
View ArticleResidents urged to help improve recycling rate
Residents are being urged to push Fylde’s recycling rate beyond its current record-breaking 48 per cent by extending the range of goods they recycle.It’s national Recycle Week from next Monday through...
View Article‘I am truly sorry’ for mountain stripping
The British woman jailed for stripping on a sacred Malaysian mountain has apologised for causing offence.Backpacker and university graduate Eleanor Hawkins appeared tearful as she read a statement...
View Article‘Team Carlos’ raise cash in memory of popular Blackpool Victoria medic
Friends have donated even more cash in memory of a medic who raised thousands for charity while battling cancer.Carl Humphries died in summer 2014, having fought prostate cancer for 18 months.Despite...
View ArticleTen Lancashire motorists arrested for drug driving since new laws
More than 400 motorists a month have been arrested for drug-driving since the new offence was introduced at the beginning of March, according to a nationwide survey.But while some police forces have...
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