Lancaster City Council News Empty homes given new lease of life after years of neglect Abandoned properties that have blighted neighbourhoods across the district have been transformed and returned to use. By working with property owners and, where necessary, using enforcement powers, Lancaster City Council brought 63 long-term empty homes back into use in 2025. 101-Year-Old Lancaster War Hero Humbled To Be Handed Highest Civic Honours. "When we landed in Normandy, I saw lads dying. I just thought I've had a good life, ge.. Statement on partial collapse of building on Thurnham Street in Lancaster Lancaster City Council is continuing to respond to the partial collapse of a property on Thurnh.. More news