We’re updating our Equality and Diversity Scheme which outlines some key ways we’re planning to meet our equality duties. Please click on the link below to download a copy of the draft scheme: Our Equality and Diversity Scheme: 2020-2025 You can...
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Hyndburn’s Council Tax Support Scheme Council Tax Benefit was abolished in April 2013 and replaced with a local scheme known as Council Tax Support. Council Tax Support is similar to the old Council Tax Benefit scheme, however the main...
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Council Tax is a national system of paying a tax towards local services. It was introduced in 1993 and is collected in Hyndburn by us as a billing authority. We collect Council Tax on behalf of Lancashire County Council, Lancashire Fire and...
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The Civil Contingencies Bill was introduced to Parliament on 7 January 2004. Its development was informed from the start by close consultation with key stakeholders in what was an open and inclusive policy-making process. The Civil Contingencies...
More infoPolling station review 2019
Hyndburn Borough Council is launching a review of polling stations across the borough to make sure they meet the needs of residents. The review, which begins on 12 August, will also look at the polling districts – how the borough is split into...
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To search using our online GIS (Geographical Information System) mapping system we recommend using a fast internet connection due to the large amount of data on the maps. Go straight to online mapping if you have used our system previously You...
More infoHyndburn Local Plan Consultation Video 2019
Business Rates
National Non Domestic Rates (NNDR), also known as business rates are charged on non-domestic or commercial properties and help fund local services. Commercial properties are given a rateable value by the Valuation Office Agency. This rateable...
More infoFood and Safety Advice for the Public
Before contacting the team directly we suggest that you view the Food Standard Agency’s (FSA) website as this provides comprehensive food safety advice for members of the public. The FSA provide information on: Cooking food safely at home Food...
More infoAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) – Video
For more information please visit the Adverse childhood experiences (ACES) webpage on the Blackburn with Darwen Website.
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Act Now
Our priority this Christmas is to keep everyone safe and secure while attending events and being in crowded places. The public can help by being vigilant and reporting anyone or anything that seems out of place or suspicious. Please report issues...
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