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Candidates standing for election in Blackburn with Darwen

Published at: Thursday 6 April 2023 at 10:29 am

The full list of candidates standing for the local elections in Blackburn with Darwen has now been published.

BwD prepares to celebrate the Coronation!

Published at: Thursday 30 March 2023 at 2:46 pm

With under six weeks to go until the Coronation of HRH King Charles III on Saturday 6 May, there will be lots of opportunities for local residents to mark the occasion.

Don’t miss out on having your say – register to vote today

Published at: Wednesday 29 March 2023 at 12:10 pm

The local elections are taking place on Thursday, May 4^th.

I’m Not A Muslim But I’ll Fast For One Day

Published at: Tuesday 28 March 2023 at 3:08 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council’s Chief Executive joins staff fasting today to support an annual community cohesion campaign

Teams of staff from across Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council are set to observe a day of fasting, in a show of solidarity with their Muslim colleagues during Ramadan.

Work starts on quality new gateway development in Blackburn

Published at: Thursday 23 March 2023 at 7:54 pm

Its full speed ahead for the construction of a brand new employment site in Blackburn – brought forward as part of a £13m gateway scheme.

Akbar’s on the menu for Blackburn’s £50m Cultural Quarter

Published at: Thursday 23 March 2023 at 7:51 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Council is in advanced discussions with Akbar’s to join its £50m new Cultural Quarter.

Filling up at first annual food conference

Published at: Thursday 23 March 2023 at 4:49 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Food Alliance recently hosted its first annual conference – Let’s Talk Food at Ewood Park.

First ever jobs and skills fair a huge success

Published at: Wednesday 22 March 2023 at 1:34 pm

Almost 200 people who attended the Blackburn with Darwen Jobs and Skills Fair have been able to secure job offers or employment opportunities.

Pleasington prayer shelter works near completion

Published at: Wednesday 22 March 2023 at 1:02 pm

The much-needed new prayer shelter at Pleasington Cemetery will soon be open, allowing families to respectfully say goodbye to their loved ones at the most sensitive time.

£20m boost for Blackburn with Darwen as new Government Levelling Up Partner

Published at: Tuesday 21 March 2023 at 12:43 pm

Blackburn with Darwen has been announced as a new Government Levelling Up Partner – unlocking £20m of new funding.

Rise in Blackburn with Darwen bus services

Published at: Tuesday 14 March 2023 at 1:38 pm

Bus services in Blackburn with Darwen are bucking the national trend with an increase of 38% in services, providing more reliable transport for residents.

Household Support Scheme to extend this year

Published at: Friday 10 March 2023 at 10:49 am

A new phase of the Household Support Scheme has been given the go ahead to carry on helping people with the rising cost of living.

Caught on camera: Shopfront facelifts of historically-important Blackburn buildings

Published at: Thursday 9 March 2023 at 10:29 am

Stunning new shopfronts have been revealed on two Blackburn buildings – including one which was once home to pioneering filmmakers Mitchell and Kenyon.

LVP befriending volunteers meet lockdown friends at coffee morning

Published at: Tuesday 7 March 2023 at 3:53 pm

Befriending volunteers of Blackburn with Darwen’s Lancashire Volunteer Partnership (LVP) who provided a ‘lifeline’ during lockdown came together to meet their ‘friends’ for the first time.

Air quality improves in Blackburn with Darwen

Published at: Tuesday 7 March 2023 at 1:39 pm

Residents are being asked to have their say on the removal of three Air Quality Management Areas (AQMAs) in the borough as Nitrogen Dioxide levels decrease.

Never give up on giving up!

Published at: Tuesday 7 March 2023 at 9:04 am

Smokers in Blackburn with Darwen are being urged to give quitting another go ahead of this year’s No Smoking Day on March 8.

Event to recruit Community Emergency Response Volunteers

Published at: Thursday 2 March 2023 at 11:25 am

The Blackburn with Darwen Council team that responds to emergencies like fires and water or power outages is recruiting Community Emergency Response Volunteers – and there’s an event next week for anyone who wants to find out more.

Investment on the way for roads & transport improvements

Published at: Thursday 2 March 2023 at 9:44 am

Over £8million is to be invested in roads and transport services across Blackburn with Darwen, if approved by next week’s Executive Board meeting.

Next steps for Darwen town centre regeneration revealed

Published at: Wednesday 1 March 2023 at 9:02 am

Detailed designs are starting to be developed for the future transformation of Darwen Market – part of the £100m Darwen Town Deal.

Jobs & Skills Fair to help people get on in work, education & volunteering

Published at: Thursday 23 February 2023 at 5:13 pm

Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning are hosting a Jobs and Skills Fair that offers an outstanding opportunity for anyone looking to find a career, get into volunteering or further their learning.

Targeted investment package for frontline services on way as Council tackles budget gap

Published at: Thursday 16 February 2023 at 5:01 pm

Frontline ‘save our services’ investment of £1.2m will mainly focus on improvements in environmental services and highways.

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council wins appeal to retain ‘green lung’ land for residents

Published at: Thursday 16 February 2023 at 10:21 am

This week it has been ruled that a vital green open space in Blackburn will be protected for future generations following the outcome of a Planning Enforcement Inquiry – the first to be held in the borough in over two decades.

In the picture: Patrick Grant’s Darwen Market photoshoot

Published at: Wednesday 15 February 2023 at 11:35 am

Love was most definitely in the air when celebrity designer Patrick Grant visited Darwen Market.

The Mayor escapes to Fun Island!

Published at: Tuesday 14 February 2023 at 10:34 am

The Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen was thrilled to have front-row seats as the borough welcomed back  Fun Island on Thursday evening!