External links and web resources
We have a growing database of resources and external links that you may find useful. Select a category from the list below.
Note: Pendle Borough Council are not responsible for the content of external internet sites.
Categories
Advice and Benefits
Age Concern
Age Concern is the UK's largest organisation working with and for older people. They provide vital local services as well as influencing public opinion and government. Every day they are in touch with thousands of older people enabling them to make more of life.Appeals Service
The Appeals Service was formally launched on 3rd April 2000. The Service arranges and hears appeals on decisions on Social Security, Child Support, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Vaccine Damage, Tax Credit and Compensation Recovery, Child Tax Credit and Pensions CreditBenefits Now
This site provides comprehensive information about Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance. Find out if you qualify and at what rate you are likely to be paid. Contains guidance on application, how the Department of Work and Pensions make decisions about Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance, and more.Citizens Advice Bureau Service
The Citizens Advice Bureau Service offers free, confidential, impartial and independent advice. From its origins in 1939 as an emergency service during World War II, it has evolved into a professional national agency.FindSupport
A free directory that lists self help groups, support groups and charities in the UK.Lancashire's Wellbeing Directory
A directory of services from across Lancashire, to help you improve your quality of life and help you get through the day-to-day challenges you may face.Business
Business Finder UK
Business Finder UK serves the UK public by providing Free Business Listing, Free Business Searches, Free Classifieds and Free Business Cards.Business Link
Business link is a business support, advice and information service managed by the DTI, with local presence across England.Central Government
10 Downing Street
This site's purpose is to promote the UK overseas, communicate Government news and information, explain the role and history of Number 10 as a building, and the office of Prime Minister as an institution.Cabinet Office
The Cabinet Office's role is to support the Government's delivery and reform programme.Criminal Justice System
CJS Online has been developed as part of modernising government agenda, to establish a consolidated criminal justice system (CJS) presence on the Internet and reflect the continued commitment to deliver quality services which reflect both the citizens' needs and those working within the CJS.Department For Culture, Media & Sport
The Department For Culture, Media & Sport aims to improve the quality of life for all cultural and sporting activities and through the strengthening of the tourism, creative and leisure industries.Department For Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
Defra (the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) was created in June 2001 * to drive forward the Government's programmes on the environment, food and rural affairs. They work for the essentials of life - food, air, land, water, people, animals and plants. Their remit is the pursuit of sustainable development - weaving together economic, social and environmental concerns.Department For International Development
The Department for International Development (DFID) was established in 1997, as the successor to the Overseas Development Administration, previously part of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO).Department For Transport
The Department for Transport's objective is to oversee the delivery of a reliable, safe and secure transport system that responds efficiently to the needs of individuals and business whilst safeguarding our environment.Department For Works & Pensions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for the Government's welfare reform agenda. Its aim is to promote opportunity and independence for all. It delivers support and advice through a modern network of services to people of working age, employers, pensioners, families and children and disabled people.Department Of Health
Providing health and social care policy, guidance and publicationsDepartment Of Trade & Industry
The DTI drives the Government's ambition of 'prosperity for all' by working to create the best environment for business success in the UK. They help people and companies become more productive by promoting enterprise, innovation and creativity.Direct Gov
The website that takes you to the heart of government.Equality and Human Rights Commission
The EHRC promote equality and human rights, and to create a fairer Britain.European Union
The European Union (EU) is a family of democratic European countries, committed to working together for peace and prosperity. It is not a State intended to replace existing states, but it is more than any other international organisation. Its Member States have set up common institutions to which they delegate some of their sovereignty so that decisions on specific matters of joint interest can be made democratically at European level.Foreign & Commonwealth Office
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office provides a range of essential services to the public - from advising British travellers to issuing UK visas and promoting trade and investment opportunities overseas.Government Office for the North West
The Government Office for the North West works with organisations across the Region to deliver Government policies and programmes and to contribute a regional perspective in their development.HM Revenue and Customs
HM Revenue and Customs is a Government department with responsibility for collecting billions of pounds in revenue each year in VAT, other taxes and customs duties. We also have a vital front-line role in protecting our society from illegal imports of drugs, alcohol and tobacco smuggling and tax fraud.HM Treasury
HM Treasury aims to raise the rate of sustainable growth and achieve rising prosperity and a better quality of life, with economic and employment opportunities for all.Home Office
The Home Office is the Government department responsible for internal affairs in England and Wales.Identity and Passport Service
The United Kingdom Identity and Passport Service (IPS) site aims to assist new applicants and existing passport holders by providing information and online facilities for all aspects of application, renewal and amendments of passports for British nationals resident in the UK.Info4Local
This site provides the first one-stop portal for local authorities to get quick and easy access to information they need on the web sites of central government departments, agencies and public bodies.Ministry Of Defence
The purpose of the Ministry of Defence, and the Armed Forces, is to defend the United Kingdom, and Overseas Territories, our people and interests; act as a force for good by strengthening international peace and security.Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice is responsible in government for upholding justice, rights and democracy. They aim to empower citizens to obtain justice, safeguard their rights, and participate in a transparent and accountable democratic process.Office of Public Sector Information
HMSO delivers a wide range of services to the public, information industry and government relating to access and re-use of government information.Office Of The Deputy Prime Minister
The Office Of The Deputy Prime Minister was created as a central department in its own right in May 2002. It is responsible for policy on housing, planning, devolution, regional and local government and the fire service. It also takes responsibility for the Social Exclusion Unit, the Neighbourhood Renewal Unit and the Government Offices for the Regions.Office Of The Leader Of The House Of Commons
This website highlights the many steps taken to give more accountable Government, enable Parliament to hold the executive to account and to provide the lively debate that every good democracy needs.Privy Council Office
The Privy Council is one of the oldest parts of Government, but it has, over time, adapted to reflect the fact that the United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy. Appointment to the Privy Council is for life, but only Ministers of the democratically elected Government of the day participate in its policy work.Stationary Office Official Documents
The Official Documents website contains a selection of Government titles covering a very broad range of topics including the economy, work and welfare, health, transport and the environment.The British Monarchy
The official website of the British Monarchy.UK Resilience
This is the website of the Civil Contingencies Secretariat in the Cabinet Office. It provides links to government and non-government sources on a wide variety of emergencies and crises that can affect the UK, plus emergency planning guidance and government information.UK Trade & Investment
UK Trade & Investment's trade services offer support to companies based in the UK to achieve their export potential.Charity Commission
Charity Commission for England and Wales
The Charity Commission is established by law as the regulator and registrar for charities in England and Wales. Our aim is to provide the best possible regulation of charities in England and Wales in order to increase charities' effectiveness and public confidence and trust.Community, People and Living
Awards for All
Awards for All is a Lottery grants scheme aimed at local communities, awarding grants of between £500 and £5,000 in a simple and straightforward way. Awards for All can fund projects that enable people to take part in art, sport, heritage and community activities, as well as projects that promote education, the environment and health in the local community.Crimestoppers
Crimestoppers operates across the UK to help identify, prevent, solve and reduce crime. This invaluable community service enables anyone with details of criminal activity to pass them on anonymously, without fear of exposure or retribution.Fire Kills
Stop a fire happening in your home. These webpages explain what to do, what to check and what to avoid doing.Volunteering Lancashire
This website offers information and resources relating to all aspects of volunteering in the county.Consumer Advice and Money
Debt Advice Foundation
A registered UK debt advice charity offering free, confidential support and advice to anyone worried about debt.Department of Trade and Industry - Consumer Direct
Consumer Direct is a telephone and online consumer advice service, providing practical, impartial advice to help sort out problems and disagreements with suppliers of goods or services. Help and advice is offered to every single consumer in Great Britain who is buying or has bought goods or services.Financial Services Authority
The FSA aims to maintain efficient, orderly and clean financial markets and help retail consumers achieve a fair deal.Trading Standards Central
This site provides a wealth of information for consumers and businesses, schools, advice and information centres, community organisations, local councils, business support agencies and trade associations.Council and Democracy
Audit Commission
Audit Commission is an independent public body responsible for ensuring that public money is spent economically, efficiently, and effectively in the areas of local government, housing, health, criminal justice and fire and rescue services.Local Government Ombudsman
You can use this website to make a complaint to the Ombudsman or to find out more about the Ombudsmen's work.Other Local Councils
Directory of local councils in the United Kingom, alphabetically and by region.Standards for England
Confidence in local democracy is a cornerstone of our way of life. It can only be achieved when elected and co-opted members of local authorities are seen to live up to the high standards the public has a right to expect from them.The Standards Board for England is responsible for promoting high ethical standards and investigating allegations that members' behaviour may have fallen short of the required standards.
The Electoral Commission
An independent body that was set up by the UK Parliament in November 2000. It's aim is to increase public confidence in the democratic process within the United Kingdom - and encourage people to take part - by modernising the electoral process, promoting public awareness of electoral matters, and regulating political parties.Development and Planning Services
Local Authority Building Control
Local Authority Building Control (LABC) is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in building design and construction. LABC is a publicly accountable, independent building control provider. Our aim is to assist you in producing high quality buildings that meet the minimum requirements of the Building Regulations in a time scale which keeps your costs to a minimum.Office of the Deputy Prime Minister - Building and Planning
The Building and Plannings section ensures that we get the right development, in the right place, at the right time. It makes a positive difference to people's lives and helps to provide homes, jobs, and better opportunities for everyone.Online Planning Offices
This website provides information on all aspects of planning and building control, including building regulations, listings of Council Planning Offices and local relevant services and suppliers.The Land Registry
The Land Registry guarantee the title to registered land in England and Wales and hold records for land ownership and interests.The Planning Inspectorate
The Planning Inspectorate's main work is the processing of planning and enforcement appeals and holding inquiries into local development plans. They also deal with a wide variety of other planning related casework including listed building consent appeals, advertisement appeals, and reporting on planning applications.The Planning Portal
The Planning Portal offers a wide range of services and guidance on the planning system.Disabled Services
British Council of Disabled People
The British Council of Disabled People (BCODP) was set up by disabled people in 1981 to promote our full equality and participation within society. We are an umbrella organisation that represents some 130 organisations run and controlled by disabled people. BCODP is the only national umbrella organisation to be democratically set up by disabled people themselves to represent their interests at the national level.Mencap
Mencap is the UK's leading learning disability charity working with people with a learning disability and their families and carers. Mencap offers information and advice on a range of learning disability issues, provide support, including housing, education, employment and leisure activities and campaign to bring about positive changes in the people's lives.East Lancashire Local Authority Websites
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
This is the official website for Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council.Burnley Borough Council
This is the official website for Burnley Borough Council.Hyndburn Borough Council
This is the official website for Hyndburn Borough Council.Lancashire County Council
This is the official website for Lancashire County Council.Ribble Valley Borough Council
This is the official website for Ribble Valley Borough Council.Rossendale Borough Council
This is the official website for Rossendale Borough Council.Education
Bullying UK
Bullying UK was founded in April 1999 by Liz Carnell and her son John, as a direct result of their experience of dealing with school bullying. They decided to share their knowledge with other parents and pupils and identified the Internet as the most cost effective medium. Bullying Online became a UK-registered charity in May 2000 and has four trustees.Curriculum Online
Curriculum Online is central to the Government's drive to transform teaching and learning in schools by improving access to ICT and multimedia resources for all pupils. This website exists to bring teaching professionals and multimedia resources together. It offers an easy, pinpoint searching through multimedia resources, aligned with the curriculum of subjects taught in schools in England.Department for Children, Schools and Families
The purpose of the Department for Children, Schools and Families is to make the UK the best place in the world for children and young people to grow up, by ensuring that they are happy, healthy and have a top-class education.DirectGov Adult Learning Area
Links and information on all aspects of learning for adults.East Lancashire's Learning Disablity Hub
The Hub connects up websites about learning disability in East Lancashire.Lancashire Grid For Learning
LGfL provides links to all aspects of education in Lancashire.Learning and Skills Council
The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England.National Institute of Adult Continuing Education
The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education (NIACE) aims to encourage all adults to engage in learning of all kinds.Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted)
Ofsted is a non-ministerial government department established under the Education (Schools) Act 1992 to take responsibility for the inspection of all schools in England. Its role also includes the inspection of local education authorities, teacher training institutions and youth work. During 2001, Ofsted became responsible for inspecting all 16-19 education and for the regulation of early years childcare, including childminders.UCAS
UCAS is the central organisation that processes applications for full-time undergraduate courses at UK universities and colleges.Emergencies
Lancashire Emergencies
Numbers and organisations in Lancashire and beyond that may be useful in the event of a personal or local emergency.Preparing For Emergencies
This website includes the common sense advice found in the Preparing for Emergencies booklet, and information on what the government is doing to protect the country as a whole.Environment
Institution of Waste Management
The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), is the professional body which represents over 6,000 waste management professionals - predominantly in the UK but also overseas. The CIWM sets the professional standards for individuals working in the waste management industry and has various grades of membership determined by education, qualification and experience.The Environment Agency
The leading public body responsible for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales.Health
East Lancashire Teaching Primary Care Trust
The East Lancs tPCT (Teaching Primary Care Trust), established on 1st October 2006, serves the residents of the 5 boroughs of Burnley, Hyndburn, Pendle, Ribble Valley and RossendaleHealth & Safety Executive
Britain's Health and Safety Commission (HSC) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are responsible for the regulation of almost all the risks to health and safety arising from work activity in Britain.Health Protection Agency
The Health Protection Agency is a new national organisation for England and Wales. It is dedicated to protecting people's health and reducing the impact of infectious diseases, chemical hazards, poisons and radiation hazards. It brings together the expertise of health and scientific professionals.NHS Direct
NHS Direct operates a 24-hour nurse advice and health information service, providing confidential information on what to do if you or your family are feeling ill; particular health conditions; local healthcare services, such as doctors, dentists or late night opening pharmacies, self help and support organisations.The National Health Service
This site connects you to your local NHS services and provides national information about the NHS. Find out what the NHS is, how the NHS works, and how you can use it.Housing and Homelessness
Abbeyfield Housing Society
The Abbeyfield Society is a UK-wide volunteer-led charity providing housing with care for older people.Anchor Trust
Anchor Trust is a not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to helping older people to live safely, securely and independently with a choice of services to suit all needs.Community Council House Exchange
Join the FREE online Forum of Council Exchanges, add your Home to the Council Exchange Community, view Exchanges and reply to ones of interest.Housing 21
Housing 21 has more than 35 years experience providing services for older people. They currently provide sheltered housing to nearly 16,000 older people and make around 2 million home care visits a year.Housing Pendle
Housing Pendle is a not for profit housing association managing 3,326 homes within a 30 year business plan. We work hard to provide affordable housing and associated care and support to customers throughout East Lancashire.HousingNet
A UK Housing Association & Local Authority Information Directory. Home of the AddressBook, a standalone database of HA & LA contact information for list building.Shelter
Shelter is a national organisation with local solutions working to improve the lives of homeless and badly housed people. They provide free, professional and independent advice to over 100,000 people each year throughout England and Scotland.Jobs and Careers
Charityjobs
Bringing the job market directly to your desktop, Charityjobs is the UK's premier Charity job site for those looking for Charity work across the UK and Europe.Connexions
13-19? Living in England? If you want information and advice designed just for you, or just someone to talk to, then Connexions has it all - and if you're 16 why not sign up for an exclusive Connexions Card?Direct Gov Jobseekers Homepage
Information on looking for work from the government's Direct Gov website.Jobcentre Plus
This site provides help and advice on job hunting and extra support, help and advice on making a claim for benefit, Information for organisations working with and alongside Jobcentre Plus.Jobsite UK
The original, award-winning UK job search and jobs by email service. Want to find your next job as quickly and easily as possible? Start searching for jobs now with Jobsite and send your CV straight to the top recruitment agencies and employers in your sector.Pendle Evolve
If you live in Pendle and are thinking of getting into or back to work then this is the website for you.The Prince's Trust
UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers and get their lives working.Legal Advice
Children's Legal Centre
The Children's Legal Centre is a unique, independent national charity concerned with law and policy affecting children and young people. The Children's Legal Centre has many years of experience in providing legal advice and representation to children, their carers and professionals throughout the UK.Compact Law
The leading law portal in the UK providing legal documents and services for English law.Legal Services Commission
Looking after legal aid in England and Wales and responsible for ensuring that people get the information, advice and legal help they need to deal with a wide range of everyday problems.Leisure, Sport and Culture
Active Places
This website allows you to search for sports facilities anywhere in England by a number of different ways. You can browse an interactive map of the country, search for facilities in your local area, use the name and address of a specific facility to find out more information.Daleswalks
This is a walking site devoted to Yorkshire, including some walks in the Pendle area.English Heritage
English Heritage make sure that the historic environment of England is properly maintained and cared for. By employing some of the country's very best architects, archaeologists and historians, English Heritage aim to help people understand and appreciate why the historic buildings and landscapes around them matter.Pendle Leisure Trust
Pendle Leisure Trust manages a host of leisure facilities in the Borough of Pendle. They offer numerous services and activities to people of all ages.The Countryside Agency
The Countryside Agency is the statutory champion and watchdog working to make the quality of life better for people in the countryside and the quality of the countryside better for everyone.Walking-Routes.co.uk
On this page you will find 100's of links to UK web pages which detail 1000's of on-line walking routes, hiking trails, route directions, route maps etc.Parenting and Children
ParentLine Plus
Parents looking for help and advice on any aspect of bringing up their children can use confidential free phone line 24/7 on 0808 800 222 or email parentsupport@parentlineplus.org.uk . Parentline Plus also offer websites that offer topical, regularly updated information on all parenting issues from new baby to teens plus tips on the recession and swine flu.Parish and Town Councils
Barley Parish Council
Information on Barley Parish Council.Barnoldswick Town Council
This is the official website for Barnoldswick Town Council.Barrowford Parish Council
The official website for Barrowford Parish Council.Blacko Community Website
This website contains lots of information about Blacko, including parish council information.Bracewell and Brogden Parish Council
Information on Bracewell and Brogden Parish Council.Brierfield Town Council
Information on Brierfield Town Council.Earby Parish Council
Information on Earby Parish Council.Foulridge Parish Council
Information about Foulridge Parish Council.Goldshaw Booth Parish Council
Information on Goldshaw Booth Parish Council.Higham-with-West-Close-Booth Parish Council
Information on Higham-with-West-Close-Booth Parish Council.Kelbrook and Sough Parish Council
Information on Kelbrook and Sough Parish Council.Lancashire Parish Portal
This website contains details of all parish councils in Lancashire.Laneshawbridge Parish Council
This is the official website for Laneshawbridge Parish Council.Old Laund Booth Parish Council
This is the official website for Old Laund Booth Parish Council.Reedley Hallows Parish Council
Information on Reedley Hallows Parish Council.Roughlee Booth Parish Council
Information on Roughlee Booth Parish Council.Salterforth Parish Council
Information on Salterforth Parish Council.Trawden Forest Parish Council
This is the official website for Trawden Forest Parish Council.Software Tools
Adobe Reader
Adobe® Reader® is free software that lets you view and print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files on a variety of hardware and operating system platforms.Content Management System
Jadu Content Management (CMS) powers this website and enables the council to publish content to the web.Excel Viewer 2003
Open, view, and print Excel workbooks, even if you don't have Excel installed. This download is a replacement for Excel Viewer 97 and all previous Excel Viewer versions.Microsoft Powerpoint Viewer
PowerPoint Viewer 2003 lets you view full-featured presentations created in PowerPoint 97 and later versions. This viewer also supports opening password-protected Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.Microsoft Word Viewer
View, print and copy Word documents, even if you don't have Word installed. This download is a replacement for Word 97 Viewer and all previous Word Viewer versions.Visio Viewer 2003
The Visio Viewer 2003 allows anyone to view Visio drawings and diagrams (created with Visio 5, 2000, 2002, or 2003) inside their Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.0 or later Web browser.Support and Social Care
Al-Anon Family Groups
Al-Anon Family Groups provide understanding, strength and hope to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking.Care Quality Commission
The Care Quality Commission is the independent regulator of health and social care in England. Our aim is to make sure better care is provided for everyone, whether that’s in hospital, in care homes, in people’s own homes, or elsewhere.ChildcareLink
As part of the National Childcare Strategy, ChildcareLink aims to help people back into the workplace by removing the childcare barrier. The ChildcareLink service is funded by the Department for Education and Skills and the Scottish Executive.Family Rights Group
Family Rights Group (FRG) was established as a registered charity in 1974 to provide advice and support for families whose children are involved with social services. FRG works to improve the services received by these families.Independent Living
The UK's leading site for disabled and elderly people, carers and healthcare professionals, with information, news, views and products.Samaritans
Samaritans is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide.Transport and Streets
Airline Destinations
An independent, impartial guide to who flies where to and from the UK. The site provides listings of all flights to/from the UK's airports, focussing on local airports and regions.Highways Agency
The Highways Agency is an Executive Agency of the Department for Transport (DfT), and is responsible for operating, maintaining and improving the strategic road network in England on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport. They have a major role in delivering the Government's Ten Year Plan for Transport. They also fulfil an international role by building good working relationships and sharing experience and expertise with other overseas road administrations. This helps promote the value of UK knowledge, expertise and best practice across the world to support UK industry.MARIO - Maps & Related Information Online
MARIO - Maps & Related Information Online - is an interactive map which allows you to go to anywhere in Lancashire and view information held by the Council.National Express
The UK's largest scheduled coach company.The TrainLine
Get train times and buy tickets for any national rail journeyTransport For Lancashire
Plan your travel in Lancashire by private or public transport, or on foot.Traveline
A service which provides impartial journey planning information about all public transport services - buses, coaches, trains, ferries, trams, metro and underground - throughout England, Wales and Scotland. At present it offers information based on details in published timetables.Utilities
BT
BT is a UK wide communications solutions provider with a global reach in the business market.The National Grid
National Grid is an international electricity and gas company and one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. They are responsible for the gas and electric transmission systems in the UK and run a 24 hour gas emergency service.United Utilities
United Utilities is the UK's largest listed water company. and provides most of Pendle's waste and water services.
