An outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in parts of Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and West Yorkshire.
More infoNew restrictions in place in Hyndburn and areas of East Lancashire
Eid Mubarak on behalf of Hyndburn
Statement from Cllr Miles Parkinson OBE, Leader of Hyndburn Borough Council: On behalf of Hyndburn I would like to thank everyone for their continued sacrifices which keep all of our friends, families and communities safe. With guidelines and...
More infoCouncil Tax Hardship Fund for 2020-21 for Hyndburn residents
As part of its response to COVID-19, the Government has provided local authorities in England with £500 million of new grant funding to support economically vulnerable people and households in their local area.
More infoHyndburn’s proximity to areas of higher infection rates – Statement from Cllr Miles Parkinson OBE, Leader of Hyndburn Borough Council
Blackburn with Darwen has been identified as an area with higher than average transmission rate of Covid-19 in England and Pendle have seen a recent increase in case numbers.
More infoMayors Viewpoint
On the first of July I was proud to lay a wreath to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of the Somme at the Accrington Pals Memorial in Accrington.
More infoGovernment announces gyms and pools to reopen safely
The Government has outlined the measures that will allow outdoor pools to reopen from 11 July and indoor gyms, swimming pools and sports facilities to reopen from 25 July, ensuring millions of people can get back into more sport and fitness...
More infoChanges to shielding guidance
People who are identified as clinically extremely vulnerable may be at high risk of serious illness if they catch coronavirus (COVID-19).
More infoAccrington Mosque gets national recognition and congratulations from Council
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic places of worship have remained closed for prayer in congregation, with restrictions now easing Raza Jamia Masjid, Accrington, has been identified nationally for their proactive response.
More infoMAUNDY RELIEF RECEIVES THE QUEEN’S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE
Congratulations to Maundy Relief, a local charity based in Hyndburn, which has been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK.
More infoJoint statement: Sara Britcliffe, MP for Hyndburn and Haslingden, Cllr Marlene Haworth, Leader of the Opposition and Cllr Miles Parkinson, Leader of Hyndburn Borough Council
Guidance on lockdown is being relaxed slowly and steadily as we transition between the phases on the roadmap to recovery.
More infoHyndburn Mayor announces £1,000 Hub funding boost
Mayor of Hyndburn, Cllr June Harrison, has announced a further donation of £1000 from her Mayoral Charities to add to the the Just Giving fund supporting the various charities and voluntary groups who are working with, or under the umbrella of...
More infoOASST support Hyndburn Hub in weekly draw
This week the Official Accrington Stanley Supporters Trust (OASST) has pledged to donate 25% of it’s profits from the “virtual” 50/50 half-time draw to the Hyndburn Hub.
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