Devolution for Northern Councils.
TODAY THE GOVERNMENT MADE AN ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE POTENTIAL FOR A HISTORIC DEVOLUTION DEAL FOR LANCASHIRE. The announcement to offer the deal was made by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt as part of today’s Autumn Statement. If given approval, the proposed deal…
Light aircraft makes emergency landing on Blackpool Beach
A single engine light aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing on Blackpool beach this evening. We were first alerted to the presence of the Coastguard heading south from Manchester Square at 6:22pm. It’s believed the aircraft came down…
Council want Your opinion on traffic measures
Blackpool council is asking for help in it’s consultation about experimental traffic measures in the town centre. Remember: if you spot breaking news please email us at newsdesk@bplnews.co.uk Blackpool residents and businesses are reminded that there’s only 3 weeks left…