Lancaster City Council

03/06/2026

Public service has its own rewards – and great benefits, a generous pension, and flexible working are just the beginning.

Current vacancies include:

▶️Surveyor
▶️Weight Management Exercise Coach
▶️Senior Environmental Health Officer
▶️Planning Assistant
▶️Principal Planning Officer
▶️Procurement Officer

Follow the link for more information: https://loom.ly/nfpUo2c

03/06/2026

One of Lancaster’s oldest and proudest traditions continues this year.

Applications are now open to become a Freeman (or Freewoman) of the city. While the historic rights of pasturing animals on the Marsh or bringing goods to market may no longer apply, the honour remains a symbol of community and heritage.

Both men and women are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following criteria:

• To be the son or daughter of a Freeman or Freewoman
• To have served an apprenticeship to a Freeman or Freewoman of the City for a period of seven years
• To have been born within the old city boundaries. If you were born in the RLI you will be eligible
• To have lived within the old city boundaries for a period of seven consecutive years

📩 Apply by: Monday 22 June to [email protected]
📅 Court of Admission: Saturday 11 July

For more information 👉 https://loom.ly/WdLAZfQ

02/06/2026

You may have noticed the Pride flag flying over Morecambe Town Hall this weekend as the town came together to celebrate Morecambe Pride.

We were delighted to mark the occasion and show our support for the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating equality, inclusion and the diversity that strengthens our district.

Flying the Pride flag is one of the ways we recognise and reflect important events, causes and communities throughout the year. It's one of the many flags we raise at our buildings to mark significant occasions and show solidarity with those they represent.

Thank you to everyone who helped make Morecambe Pride such a positive and vibrant event for the town.

29/05/2026

A new forum for supported accommodation providers has been launched to help improve housing for vulnerable residents across Lancaster and Preston.🏘️

The Supported Housing Provider Forum is a valuable space for providers to share expertise and learn how to effectively raise and maintain high-quality standards — ensuring tenants thrive.

Organised by experienced officers working in the Supported Housing Improvement Programme at Lancaster City Council and Preston City Council, there are no fees to join and events feature a variety of guest speakers.

To find out more, please visit: https://loom.ly/zffUQNk

28/05/2026

Sadly, there’s been recent incidents of antisocial behaviour at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre cycle racing circuit, where the track has been damaged, and cyclists have been targeted – which could have resulted in injuries.

We’re proud of the purpose-built facility, which is well-used by so many people, from families teaching children to ride to cyclists training and competing – in a safe, traffic-free environment.

It's disappointing that theses incidents have occurred and glad that no one was injured as a result.

But even unintentional actions, like walking across the track when it is in use, can have serious consequences, particularly when cyclists are travelling at speed.

We know most people value this space as much as we do, and using the track for its intended purpose helps to keep everyone safe.

So, just a reminder if you’re visiting the area, please:
• Keep the track clear when it’s in use and use alternative paths or grassed areas, particularly when walking dogs
• Give way to bikes on the track
• Report any damage or hazards to Salt Ayre so they can be dealt with quickly
• Report antisocial behaviour incidents to the police

Read more 👉https://loom.ly/EiAHNYE

* Obviously, the dog and person have been added on top of the cycling footage - so that no one was at risk of harm.

26/05/2026

The yellow heat health alert for the north west has been updated by the UK Health Security Agency and is in effect from 10am today until 5pm on Thursday ( May 28).

The yellow alert means that there are significant impacts possible across health and social care services due to the high temperatures.

🟠 Amber heat‑health alerts have been extended until Thursday 28 May and now include the South West, alongside the South East and central England. Check in on vulnerable people and know what to do if someone becomes unwell in the heat.

26/05/2026

Headed out for a swim or water sports?🌊

If you get in trouble in the water, remember Float To Live:
• Tilt your head back with ears submerged
• Relax and try to control your breathing
• Use your hands to help you stay afloat
• It’s OK if your legs sink, we all float differently

Remember it. Practise it. Share it. Stay safe,
RNLI

26/05/2026

☀️ With high temperatures across the country, it’s important to keep safe at work.
There’s no set legal maximum working temperature - every workplace is different - but employers still have a duty to protect staff and manage risks.

Simple steps will help reduce risks, such as dehydration and heat stress:
💧 providing drinking water
🌬️ improving ventilation or shade
🕒 allowing extra breaks and flexible working

👉 Find more practical tips for employers and employees:
https://loom.ly/8CbCeHQ

22/05/2026

Looking for something to do with the kids next week during half-term? Once again our museum team have some great events on to keep the kids entertained 👇

22/05/2026

Here are the result of yesterday’s by-election for the Castle ward on Lancaster City Council

William David Evans (Labour Party) 190
William Farley (Green Party) 845 - ELECTED
Malcolm Allan Martin (Liberal Democrats) 41
Marco Wright (Reform) 132

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