News News Archive - 2026 Taxi Enforcement Operation Launched Following Trade Concerns 07 October 2026 Concerns that out-of-area licensed private hire vehicles have been operating improperly in the district led to an enforcement operation last week. Have your say on proposed new Public Spaces Protection Orders 05 October 2026 Residents, businesses and visitors are being invited to have their say on a series of proposed Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour and protecting public spaces across the Lancaster district. Young artists invited to design Mayor’s official Christmas card 02 October 2026 The Mayor of Lancaster is inviting primary school children from across the district to get creative and design his official Christmas card. Free parking for Christmas shoppers 01 October 2026 Shoppers and visitors to Lancaster and Morecambe can enjoy free parking on the run-up to Christmas, making it easier than ever to support local businesses and soak up the seasonal atmosphere. Next chapter for Williamson Park café redevelopment begins 30 September 2026 Plans for a new café at Williamson Park have taken an important step forward after Lancaster City Council's Cabinet approved the next stage of work on the project. Partnership delivers knockout results for young people 28 September 2026 Young people whose lives have been transformed through an innovative programme at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre joined partners and community leaders to celebrate its success. City pays tribute to former mayor and councillor 21 September 2026 Tributes have been paid to former councillor, mayor and honorary alderman, Abbott Bryning, who has sadly passed away. Preparations for affordable housing scheme get underway 17 September 2026 The first phase of work needed to transform the former Nelson Street car park in Lancaster into a new development of 39 much-needed affordable homes has got underway. Air Quality Improves Again As Lancaster City Council Continues Focus On Cleaner Initiatives 09 September 2026 The air being breathed in across the district continues to improve, with the latest monitoring showing that pollutant levels have fallen again in the past year. Council praised for championing disabled people in the workplace 08 September 2026 Work to recruit, retain and support disabled employees has seen Lancaster City Council rewarded with Disability Confident Leader status, the highest level of accreditation under the government-run scheme. Back 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Next