Health and social care news

Older People's Champions Meet

Published: Friday 22nd March 2013

Councillors from across the North West who are championing the needs of older people, met recently at North Lancs Training Group in Accrington to highlight and spread good practice.

Council Is Breastfeeding Friendly

Published: Wednesday 13th February 2013

Hyndburn Council is officially breastfeeding friendly, with the adoption of a new policy which shows how breastfeeding mothers will be made welcome within Council offices and other public buildings.

Finley to Switch on Accrington's Lights

Published: Wednesday 17th October 2012

Brave toddler Finley Rosbotham is set to make Accrington sparkle on Saturday 24 November, when he flicks the switch on Accrington’s Christmas lights.

Directory of Activities and Services for the Over 50's

Published: Wednesday 5th September 2012

Local community groups and services that work with people over the age of 50 are being asked to contact Hyndburn Council to help them develop a public directory of activities and services for the Over 50’s.

Make Your Night Last This Christmas Says Safer Lancashire Partnership

Published: Thursday 8th December 2011

The Christmas season is a chance to socialise most nights of the week for people in Lancashire. Whilst we all like a few drinks at home before going out, the consequences can get ugly.

Lights Visit For Local Children

Published: Monday 24th October 2011

Local blind and visually impaired children visited Blackpool Illuminations on Friday for a special verbal and tactile guided tour of the famous lights.