Council news 2024
For news relating to the current year see council news 2025.
Preston's young people to choose Youth Zone brand name
5 March 2024: Young people living in Preston and beyond are being invited to choose the new name and brand for their Youth Zone.
Once in a generation deal to bring more affordable homes to Preston
1 March 2024: Preston City Council and Onward Homes have unveiled a new partnership that will boost the number of affordable homes in the city.
Preston unveils exciting city event programme for 2024
29 February 2024: Preston City Council is thrilled to announce its programme of events for 2024. Throughout the year, Preston will host a variety of events across the city. From music and art to celebrations of culture, there is something for everyone.
Preston College wins government-funded contract to deliver skills programmes
23 February 2024: In November, the Council put a call out for experienced partners to deliver a range of skills development programmes to support local people as part of its UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) programme.
Sahara Centre commissioned to help women into work
22 February 2024: In November, Preston City Council put a call out for experienced partners to deliver a range of skills development programmes to support local people as part of its UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) programme.
Statement - Re-submission of Ashton Park business case to full Council
21 February 2024: Statement regarding the addition on full Council agenda on 29 February for the re-submission of the report on Ashton Park business case (Levelling Up Funding).
Digital Training boost for workers in Preston
15 February 2024: Preston-based UK Skills Academy won the contract to deliver a digital skills programme for city-wide businesses and working people in Preston.
Smiles better for residents facing language barriers
14 February 2024: In November, Preston City Council put a call out for quality partners to deliver a range of skills development programmes to support local people as part of its UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) programme.
Be a part of Preston Volunteers
07 February 2024: Preston City Council is getting behind new organisation Preston Volunteers with funding from the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Funding.
The Harris appoints industry-leading contractors for museum £16 million refit
5 February 2024: The refurbishment of The Harris has taken another step forward with the appointment of a fit-out team that will help cement the Museum's position as one of the region's leading visitor attractions and a contemporary cultural hub.
Preston's People Climate Jury appointed
30 January 2024: Local people who reflect the diverse make up of Preston have now been appointed to Preston People's Climate Jury.
Holocaust Memorial Day - Fragility of Freedom
Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) takes place each year on 27 January in remembrance of those murdered during genocides around the world.
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