Blackburn with Darwen Council staff newsletter
A wildfire on the moors above Darwen, near Darwen Tower.

‘No moor fires’ protection order renewed by councils

A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) designed to reduce the risk of wildfires across the West Pennine Moors has been renewed for a further three years.

Blackburn bus station with buses lined up outside.

Better bus services are on the way!

If you travel by bus in the borough, we’d like to hear what you think about some exciting new developments.

Graphic reading “Local Government Reorganisation Lancashire” over an aerial landscape image, alongside a colour-coded map outline of Lancashire divided into several regions against a blue sky background.

Next step for Local Government Reorganisation in Lancashire

The chief executives of Lancashire’s 15 councils have responded to the government on some arrangements for four new unitary councils in the county.

Blackburn Railway Station

New long-term vision to be developed for Blackburn Railway Station

Blackburn with Darwen Council has commissioned a new long-term plan to help shape the future of Blackburn Railway Station and its surrounding area.

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Ribbon cut on groundbreaking affordable homes scheme for NHS workers in Blackburn

The ribbon has been officially cut on a pioneering affordable housing scheme for NHS workers in Blackburn, the first of its kind in the borough.

Art Explora Mobile Museum in collaboration with the Government Art Collection, 2026. Photo © Stephen Tolfrey. 21

Mobile Museum set to bring rare artwork to Darwen this summer!

A unique travelling museum showcasing remarkable works from the Government Art Collection is set to make a special stop in Darwen this summer.

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Lancashire Combined County Authority Welcomes New Director of Transport

The Lancashire Combined County Authority (LCCA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Cassar as its new Director of Transport.

Drone shot of Pleasington Crematorium and some of the Cemetery.

Council Announces Plans to Extend Pleasington Cemetery

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has announced plans to extend Pleasington Cemetery to secure burial space for local people in the future.

Star Square – Blackburn town centre regeneration

Kier set to deliver Blackburn’s landmark £45m Star Square Development

Kier is set to be appointed as the contractor for Blackburn’s landmark Star Square development – part of the largest town centre regeneration scheme of its kind in Lancashire.

Large digital billboard promoting “LET’S BACK BLACKPOOL” with colourful illustrations of performers, fireworks, and entertainment attractions. The billboard stands in front of a historic stone building with columns and arched windows under a clear blue sky. Visible text includes a QR code and the slogan encouraging support for Blackpool’s bid to become the UK City of Culture 2029.

Council Leader backs Blackpool’s UK City of Culture 2029 bid

Blackburn with Darwen Council Leader Cllr Phil Riley is backing Blackpool’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2029 – saying it would be good news for Blackpool, Lancashire and communities across the county.