Lancashire County Council News Skip to content 01 Apr 2026 Rogue roofer who scammed Chorley homeowner is given 22-month jail sentence A rogue landscaper and roofer who scammed four householders in Chorley and Greater Manchester out of thousands of pounds has been given a suspended 22-month jail sentence. Community and Cultural Services 26 Mar 2026 Contractor appointed for Haslingden Old Road repairs following major landslip A contractor has been appointed to deliver the next stage of the complex repair project on Haslingden Old Road, marking a significant step forward following the major landslip that led to the road’s closure. Highways and Transport 26 Mar 2026 Bumper vote elects Lancashire's new Members of Youth Parliament A fresh crop of Members of Youth Parliament has been elected in Lancashire – after a record turnout of votes across the county. Education and Skills 26 Mar 2026 Day of action aims to reduce knife crime across Preston Retailers have been given important knife sale advice during a day of action aimed at reducing knife crime. Health and Wellbeing 26 Mar 2026 "So proud": Lancaster children's home receives 15th 'Outstanding' Ofsted grade A children's home in Lancaster has been handed its 15 th consecutive 'outstanding verdict from Ofsted. Children and Families Latest news 20 Apr 2026 Prestigious Honours Presentation at Lancaster Castle On Friday 24 th April , the historic setting of Lancaster Castle will host a prestigious Honours ceremony. 16 Apr 2026 Vast majority of primary pupils get preferred school placement More than 98% of Lancashire children starting primary school in September 2026 have been offered a place at one of their three preferred primary schools. Children and Families Education and Skills 01 Apr 2026 Rogue roofer who scammed Chorley homeowner is given 22-month jail sentence A rogue landscaper and roofer who scammed four householders in Chorley and Greater Manchester out of thousands of pounds has been given a suspended 22-month jail sentence. Community and Cultural Services See all news Visit Lancashire County Council Re-direct to our council website for non-related media support. Council Meetings Access a wide range of information and documents relating to the council’s decision making processes. Archive Media Releases Media Releases from 2018 to 2021. LancashireCC