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Local Government Reorganisation

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Local Government Reorganisation Latest News 5 February 2026 Last year, we shared Lancashire’s proposals for Local Government Reorganisation. A Government consultation is now open until March 26. Share your views here https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/lancashire-blackburn-with-darwen-blackpool/  Read more about the criteria for Local Government Reorganisation and view Lancashire’s proposals at www.lancashirelgr.co.uk. Background  The Minister of State for Local Government […]

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Taxi and Private Hire in Hyndburn

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____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Taxis or Hackney Carriage or Private Hire vehicles are licensed to ensure that they are suitable and safe for the carriage of the public. The legislation covering the Private Hire and Hackney carriage is quite different. In brief, a taxi (Hackney) can stand on a rank, can be flagged down in the street, or […]

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Business funding information

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Start-up loans Provides government-backed, unsecured personal loans from £500 to £25,000 to start or grow a new business. They provide 12 months of free mentoring to successful loan recipients, as well as exclusive discounts on many business products, plus there is free support and guidance is available during the application process, to help write a […]

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Starting, growing or relocating a business in Hyndburn

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Start-up Advice – Protecting business assets when launching a new business Launching a business can be an exciting venture. During this period, there are often various creative and innovative ideas brought forwards, and safeguarding the fruits of your labour is just as important as launching your products or services to sustain the future growth and […]

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The Mayor’s Office

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Councillor Josh Allen, was elected as Mayor of Hyndburn for the Municipal Year 2025-2026 at the Council’s AGM on Thursday 15th May 2025   Councillor Allen has served as a Borough Councillor in the Immanuel Ward of Oswaldtwistle since 2018.  He takes great pleasure in serving as a Councillor here and is also a member […]

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Licensing Act 2003 – Free Training and Resources

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Training and resources Here are some free training sources and resources which are useful for Licensed Premises. Lancashire County Council Challenge 25 Lancashire County Council Challenge 25 – Lancashire County Council have provided a variety of resources relating to the sale of age restricted sales. The website includes resources for retail sales and licensed premises, and […]

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