Council news 2024

7 March 2024: The final design has been unveiled for a new structure that will replace the former Old Tram Bridge over the River Ribble linking Preston city centre and South Ribble.

6 March 2024: Every March we celebrate Empty Homes Week, with the theme for 2024 being 'Powers in Action', demonstrating the powers local authorities have to bring empty properties back into use.

5 March 2024: Young people living in Preston and beyond are being invited to choose the new name and brand for their Youth Zone.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.