As Blackpool marks one hundred and fifty years since its incorporation, no official celebrations have yet been announced. Instead, the focus of the Council remains on development projects, the Town Deal, and preparations for its role in the new Combined County Authority. The story of Blackpool’s governance begins on January 21st, 1876.
Blackpool is set to receive a new, state-of-the-art courthouse to replace the outdated facilities on Bonny Street. The new building will be located at the corner of Devonshire and Talbot Roads, consolidating magistrates, civil, and family courts into a single, modern site. The proposed three-story courthouse has been designed to blend with surrounding structures and aims to provide improved access to justice for the local community. The project has secured a £40 million investment and is expected to open in 2026. During the construction period, court services have been redistributed across Lancashire to minimise disruption, including the creation of two…
Blackpool Multiversity is an ambitious project aimed at transforming higher education in Blackpool by creating a state-of-the-art, carbon-neutral campus in the town’s centre. Spearheaded by Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC), the Multiversity seeks to integrate digital and business education, skills development, and innovation to position Blackpool as a premier destination for higher education and training. The campus will collaborate closely with businesses of all sizes, ensuring that the curriculum is co-created with employer partners to meet current and future workforce needs. This partnership aims to attract employers to the area by providing facilities for workforce upskilling. The Multiversity plans…