Residents Preferred Smaller Councils – So Why Choose Two? LCC Leader Stephen Atkinson Responds

Pendle Insider has been taking a close look at the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation decisions taken by both Lancashire County Council and Pendle Borough Council, and have sought to understand why the Reform-led County Council opted for the 2 Unitary Authority model.

David Whipp accused of risking staff safety and a conflict of interest as Barnoldswick Town clerk dramatically quits

Barnoldswick Town Council's clerk has dramatically quit during this month's meeting, blaming the Council leader, David Whipp, while other councillors raised conflict of interest concerns.

Colne Rhythm & Blues Festival shortlisted for award - vote now!

Colne's popular Rhythm & Blues Festival has again been shortlisted for the UK Blues Festival of the Year.

Auditors raise concerns over Pendle Council's Joint Ventures

Residents of Pendle have had suspicions all along. Now Pendle Council's auditors are raising concerns regarding the legitimacy and transparency of the Council's joint ventures with companies like Barnfield and Brookhouse.

Colne shop has alcohol licence suspended

The shop has had is alcohol licence revoked.

A Colne convenience store has had its alcohol licence revoked after being found to have illegally sold alcohol to underage shoppers.

Pendle Council to reduce Council Tax for terminally ill

The Executive Committee of Pendle Council has agreed to implement a reduction of Council Tax for those with a terminal illness.

Pendle MP deviates from Labour's party line on puberty blocker trials

Pendle's MP, Jonathan Hinder, has hit out at his own party for continuing a trial into puberty blockers for confused teenagers.

Pendle Reform accuses Jonathan Hinder MP of gaslighting veterans

The Pendle & Clitheroe branch of Reform UK has issued a press release blasting the local MP, Jonathan Hinder, following an online spat about the Northern Ireland Troubles bill he voted for.

Pendle MP Jonathan Hinder dismisses Reform UK defection

Pendle's Labour MP, Jonathan Hinder, has dismisses rumours that he is the mysterious 'Labour figure that will defect to Reform' mentioned by Nigel Farage, and reaffirmed his commitment to the Labour party.