Blackpool Council8 days agoNo ban on standing up while drinking, council saysThe authority had been suggested to be one considering a ban on so-called vertical drinking.8 days ago18 Aug 2026New recycling food caddies a 'magnet for maggots'Some residents say changes to recycling arrangements are causing issues with flies and odour.18 Aug 202616 Aug 2026Blackpool Illuminations 2026: All you need to knowThe annual Blackpool Illuminations switch-on event will take place this year on 4 September.16 Aug 20264 Aug 2026Crackdown call on Blackpool camper vans Residents say they are unhappy about blocked sea views and reported some occupants appeared to be living in the vehicles.4 Aug 202628 Jul 2026Children's services show significant improvementParts of Blackpool Council's children's services have shown significant improvement, according to Ofsted.28 Jul 202621 Jul 2026Group's base jump from Blackpool Tower investigatedAn internal inquiry is taking place at Blackpool Tourism Ltd after the stunt by three base jumpers.21 Jul 202617 Jul 2026Council leaders react to local government shake-upAs Lancashire's 15 authorities will merge into four, council leaders give their reactions.17 Jul 202616 Jul 2026Lancashire to get four new councils, BBC understandsFour unitary authorities will replace 15 councils in the current two-tier system, the BBC understands.16 Jul 20262 Jul 2026Rough sleepers move to coast over 'holiday memories'It is estimated that a third of Blackpool's rough sleepers move from elsewhere in the UK.2 Jul 2026...
