Council news 2024
For news relating to the current year see council news 2025.
Task Force Launched to address Preston's Empty Buildings
20 December: The Council has set up a dedicated Task Force to address empty and derelict buildings and the growing concerns around safety.
Works on the Tram Bridge come to a close in 2024
16 December: Eric Wright Civil Engineering, the principal contractor for the new Tram Bridge project, will be scaling back the construction site during the winter months and resuming work in Spring 2025.
Preston City Council 'rings' the changes for iconic red telephone boxes
12 December: Preston's nine Grade two-listed red telephone boxes are set for an historic face-lift as the project to restore them dials up.
Conservation Efforts Underway at The Harris as Collection Prepares for Reopening
2 December 2024: The Harris is thrilled to announce a partnership with Lancashire Conservation Studios
Preserve and Respect: New Campaign Launched to Protect Preston's Cenotaph
28 November 2024: A new local campaign has been launched to safeguard Preston's Cenotaph and reinforce its role as a space of respect, remembrance, and community reverence.
Preston's Avenham and Miller Parks to Transform into a Fire Garden
28 November 2024: On Saturday, 7 December and Sunday, 8 December, Avenham and Miller Parks will shine with warmth and light, as the Fire Garden returns to Preston.
Help is available in Preston this Winter
28 November 2024: . In collaboration with community organisations, Preston City Council is highlighting a range of services across the city designed to keep people safe, warm, and healthy during the colder months.
MGD wraps up penultimate letting at Preston's Animate
27 November: Days after the completion of Preston City Council's Animate leisure scheme, Maple Grove Developments (MGD) has announced the final restaurant letting to Taco Bell franchisee, Soul Foods Group.
Update on 131 and 131A Church Street
20 November: Update on 131 and 131A Church Street.
Christmas in Preston
18 November 2024: An Exciting Festive Season for Events and Free Late-Night Parking
Leader's statement on Remembrance Sunday service
08 November 2024: Due to a serious illness, Councillor Matthew Brown, Leader of Preston City Council, is unable to attend the city's Remembrance Sunday service and commemoration this year.
Preston Flag Market welcomes Remembrance Sunday Parade
6 November 2024: This year's Remembrance Sunday Parade will take place on Sunday, 10 November at 10.30am
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