Latest news
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Council Tax support for the borough’s terminally ill
Published on Thursday, 22nd January 2026 in News news
Pendle councillors are being asked to approve additional Council Tax support for the borough’s terminally ill at the Executive meeting tonight.
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Transformation of Nelson town centre gets underway
Published on Thursday, 22nd January 2026 in News news
The hoardings are up around Pendle Rise Shopping Centre - the first sign of the transformation of Nelson town centre.
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Significant progress made to meet auditor’s recommendations
Published on Wednesday, 21st January 2026 in News news
Pendle Borough Council is addressing a number of recommendations highlighted in the external auditor’s interim annual report for 2024/25.
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Recipe 4 Health Award for Pendle Kitchen
Published on Wednesday, 21st January 2026 in News news
Pendle Kitchen in Colne has been recognised by Pendle Borough Council and Lancashire County Council for serving fresh and healthy food to its customers.
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North Valley Community Centre receives Recipe 4 Health Award
Published on Thursday, 15th January 2026 in News news
North Valley Community Centre in Colne has received a Recipe 4 Health Bronze Award for serving healthy food to its customers.
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Fined for storing rubbish in rear yards
Published on Wednesday, 14th January 2026 in News news
A total of 11 residents and 1 business in Pendle have been fined a combined sum of £8,208.09 for storing waste in the rear yards of their property.
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Pendle Borough Council launches budget consultation
Published on Monday, 12th January 2026 in News news
Local people are being encouraged to share their views on the Council’s finances as Pendle Borough Council prepares to set its budget for 2026/27.
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Conservation area being considered for Keighley Road area of Colne
Published on Monday, 5th January 2026 in News news
A conservation area is being considered for the Keighley Road area of Colne – and Pendle Borough Council wants to know your thoughts.
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Council disappointed with Provisional Local Government Funding Settlement
Published on Monday, 22nd December 2025 in News news
Pendle Borough Council is disappointed with the Government’s Provisional Local Government Funding Settlement announced on Wednesday 17 December.
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Pendle residents fined for storing waste in their rear yards
Published on Thursday, 18th December 2025 in News news
A total of 15 Pendle residents have been fined a combined sum of £15,263.10 for storing waste in the rear yard of their property.
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Councillors to consider adopting Pendle’s Local Plan
Published on Tuesday, 16th December 2025 in News news
Pendle’s councillors are to consider formally adopting the Local Plan at its Council meeting on Thursday (18 December).
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Councillors to review Pendle’s Empty Homes Strategy
Published on Tuesday, 16th December 2025 in News news
Pendle Borough Council is reviewing its updated Empty Homes Strategy which aims to tackle the number of vacant properties in the area.
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Towns to benefit from Pride in Place Impact Fund to be agreed by Pendle Borough Council
Published on Tuesday, 16th December 2025 in News news
Pendle’s councillors are to agree which areas are to receive a share of £1.5m from the Pride in Place Impact Fund at its Executive meeting tomorrow (Wednesday 17 December).
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Successful community collaboration
Published on Monday, 15th December 2025 in News news
A community collaboration has played a part in helping four men secure employment at Silentnight in Barnoldswick.
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New weekly food waste collection to be introduced from April
Published on Thursday, 11th December 2025 in News news
A weekly food waste collection service is to be introduced from next April for all Pendle residents.
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Banking hub opens in Nelson
Published on Tuesday, 9th December 2025 in News news
A banking hub has opened in Nelson town centre giving people access to essential cash and banking services from multiple banks.
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Grants still available for Nelson businesses
Published on Thursday, 4th December 2025 in News news
There’s £23,000 still available for Nelson businesses to take advantage of as part of the Nelson Town Deal project.
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There’s still time to renew your postal vote
Published on Wednesday, 3rd December 2025 in News news
Thousands of people in Pendle registered to vote by post are being urged to renew their postal vote soon because of a change to the law.
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Burnley and Pendle Councils submit business case for Local Government Reorganisation in Lancashire
Published on Friday, 28th November 2025 in News news
Yesterday (27 November), a proposal for five unitary authorities being created across Lancashire was submitted to the Government for consideration.
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YES Hub supports Pendle teen lacking confidence
Published on Thursday, 20th November 2025 in News news
Pendle YES Hub has played a key role in helping a young man build confidence, expand his social opportunities, and prepare for long-term employment.
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Transformation of Nelson town centre moves a step closer
Published on Wednesday, 12th November 2025 in News news
A start date has been set for work on Nelson’s flagship regeneration project marking a major milestone in the transformation of the town centre.
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Voters who vote by post urged to reapply before deadline
Published on Monday, 10th November 2025 in News news
Thousands of people in Pendle registered to vote by post are being advised to renew their postal vote soon because of a change to the law.
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Pendle WOW - Inspiring the Next Generation Through a Week of Work
Published on Friday, 7th November 2025 in News news
Pendle Borough Council launches its first ever Week of Work next week.
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Pay your respects this Remembrance Sunday
Published on Tuesday, 4th November 2025 in News news
Pendle residents are invited to pay their respects to those who lost their lives in World War I, World War II and in conflicts around the world since.
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By-election in Barnoldswick Ward
Published on Tuesday, 4th November 2025 in News news
A by-election is taking place in Barnoldswick Ward on Thursday 27 November after the resignation of Mick Strickland.
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New pump track at Marsden Park
Published on Wednesday, 29th October 2025 in News news
A new pump track has been installed at Marsden Park in Nelson.
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New playground for Victoria Park
Published on Tuesday, 28th October 2025 in News news
A new playground has been installed at Victoria Park as part of the Nelson Town Deal project.
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YES Hub plays pivotal role in helping young man pursue his future goals
Published on Wednesday, 15th October 2025 in News news
Pendle YES Hub has played a pivotal role in helping a young, Pendle resident overcome isolation and gain the confidence to pursue his future goals.
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Have Your Say on the Future of Local Government in Burnley and Pendle
Published on Tuesday, 7th October 2025 in News news
Burnley and Pendle borough councils are inviting residents, businesses and community organisations to share their views on proposals for how local councils across Lancashire could be reorganised.
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New volunteers sign up to Earby's Community Flood Response Team
Published on Thursday, 2nd October 2025 in News news
New volunteers signed up to Earby's community flood response team at last Saturday's flooding event held at the town's fire station.