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Proposals to create a Combined County Authority for Lancashire have passed a crucial stage after the Government signalled it was happy to proceed with the plan.

Oct 21, 2024 · The Lancashire County Council scheme called 'Where Our Children Live' (WOCL), will see up to 15 new children's homes created, including specialist homes, to meet the changing needs of children in the council's care.

Nov 27, 2023 · Powers and budgets will be devolved from central government to Lancashire through a new Combined County Authority; More than £20m will be provided to Lancashire through the deal to invest in their local priorities.

Nov 27, 2024 · Yesterday the Statutory Instrument which will enable the formation of the new body was laid in Parliament. The first shadow meeting of the organisation was also held at County Hall in Preston, in preparation for the first full meeting of the authority in the new year.

Nov 14, 2024 · The Government is set to release £20million of funding in preparation for the setting up of Lancashire's new Combined County Authority (CCA).

The cash will come from the latest tranche of the Household Support Fund and will see £19,356,470 come from the DWP from April to help Lancashire families in need of support over the next year in the face of rising costs.

Jan 18, 2024 · In November 2023, it was reported to cabinet that there was a forecast deficit of £14.505m in 2024/25, increasing to £18.294m by 2026/27. Through strong financial management, the latest Medium Term Financial Strategy Update 2024/25 - 2026/27, which went before cabinet on Thursday, shows a significant improvement in the council's financial outlook.

Dec 12, 2024 · The plan sets out four ambition for the council, containing 16 specific objectives. These are: Better lives for all . Each child can get the best start in life to help reach their full potential.

Mar 14, 2024 · At a meeting this afternoon, members of Lancashire County Council considered the outcome of the devolution consultation and subsequently agreed to submit the county's historic devolution proposal to the Government for parliamentary approval.