The canal narrow boat Waterwitch was the venue for a delightful trip by Kendal, Lancaster, District and County Councillors to see the excavations and restoration of Lancaster Canal at Stainton […]
City Cabinet defers decision on Chancery Lane closure
Lancaster City Council’s cabinet has voted to defer a decision on the possible closure of Chancery Lane between Market Square and Church Street (see news story), after virtual-lancaster highlighted the […]
Council sneeks proposal to close Chancery Lane to pedestrians into Square Route plans
While the latest news on Lancaster City Council’s Square Root plans to revamp Lancaster city centre are great news for the town, supporting local business and other community efforts […]
Lancaster City Centre proposals to be discussed by Cabinet
Above: the two options under consideration for a new look to Lancaster’s Market Square. Designs courtesy Lancaster City Council Major new plans which would see nearly £1 million invested in […]
Lune Valley residents battle Wind Farm plans, question motives of backers
Lune Valley residents are fighting another Wind Farm proposal, despite plans from Cheshire based company Community Windpower being thrown out before. Community Windpower is has now submitted plans for a […]
Council throws out Urban Splash Prom plans
Lancaster City Council’s planning committee has refused plans by Urban Splash for Morecambe’s Central Promenade area. The plans were rejected due to doubts over whether Urban Splash could deliver the […]
Urban Splash Prom plans back before Planning
Revised proposals from developers Urban Splash for the Central Promenade area of Morecambe to be considered by councillors next month. The revised proposals to redevelop the Central Promenade area of […]
Heysham M6 Link decision in March
The government has confirmed a decision on the Heysham M6 Link will be made by March. Responding to questions in the House of Commons from Morecambe MP David Morris Simon […]
Last chance to have your say on draft Local Development Plan
Lancaster City Council’s consultation on a new draft Local Development Plan for the district is due to end on Friday 14th December. The Local Plan will allocate land for the […]
Positive response to Duchy plans for Lancaster Castle
An overwhelming response to the Duchy of Lancaster’s invitation to the city’s residents saw more than 2,200 people turn out to give their views on the future of Lancaster Castle. […]