Shelagh Parkinson Local Democracy Reporter
  • Blackpool
  • National World

Local democracy reporter based at the Blackpool Gazette.

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Blackpool Gazette, Lancs Live

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  • Blackpool

1859 Articles
over 4 years ago
lancs.live

Former Blackpool nightclub flat plans - and the future of 4am finishes

Businessman Peter Bowden, who operated the clubs, says the focus for the venue is now on creating bespoke serviced ho...

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over 4 years ago
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Exciting plans will see Blackpool casino replaced by retro gaming club

“What we are offering is that experience which is different to the modern arcades so we are not muscling in on their ...

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over 4 years ago
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The future of Blackpool's £9.8m energy centre now fracking is suspended

A government moratorium suspending fracking indefinitely has curtailed demand in the sector.

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over 4 years ago
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The empty units in Blackpool that the council have given up on

Tenants have never been found for the space, but it is also used for office space

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over 4 years ago
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Homeless charity almost removed from premises after planning errors

The council ultimately ruled that the positive benefits that charity has on the community outweighs the conflict in p...

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over 4 years ago
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No progress made on promise to give residents free access to attractions

Council leader Simon Blackburn says the scheme is on track to be introduced ahead of the 2020 season

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over 4 years ago
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The purchase Houndshill Shopping Centre and why it could be a shrewd move

Blackpool Council announced earlier this month that it is taking on Blackpool's main shopping centre

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over 4 years ago
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New bar and restaurant set to open on Whitegate Drive in Blackpool

The restaurant has been given the approval by town hall planners and will see measures in place to prevent disturbance

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over 4 years ago
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Boris Johnson pledges to re-open Poulton and Fleetwood railway line

He has promised plans for the re-opening of the disused railway line between Poulton and Fleetwood

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over 4 years ago
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Blackpool councillor suspended after alleged Islamophobic comments

The councillor, whose wife is standing as the Conservative candidate for Preston, has declined to comment

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over 4 years ago
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Chaotic and inadequate Blackpool children's home to remain closed

The care home was shut by the council at the beginning of August

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over 4 years ago
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New future lined up for pub which has been empty more than a decade

The pub itself was hit by a fire in 2007 and a decision has not yet been made on its future

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