Looking at air quality in Preston as Council confirms no plans to introduce ULEZ

Plungington

News and information about the area of Plungington in Preston, Lancashire. Known locally as “Plungie” the area runs in a strip alongside Plungington Road which is one of the main student housing areas in the city.

Preston City Council says there are no plans to introduce an Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in the city. ULEZ aims to help improve air quality by reducing the number of […]

7 months ago Pothole-ridden Fulwood crossroads set for repairs

One of the worst junctions in Preston for potholes is to see road closures for resurfacing work. The junction of Watling Street Road, Garstang Road and Lytham Road has seen […]

7 months ago Review: Get filled with the joy of spring rolls at this welcoming Plungington cafe

In recent years, perhaps owing to the high number of students from overseas who come to UCLan and live close by, increasing numbers of small, cheap eateries serving popular foods […]

8 months ago Preston City Council approves waiving rent arrears for three community groups

Preston City Council has effectively waived a total of £28,000 of rental payments for three community groups in order to ensure that they can continue to do their work. The […]

8 months ago Advertisement Advertisement Preston City Council set to write-off rental debt for three community organisations

Three Preston community organisations and charities are set to see nearly £30,000 in rent owing to Preston City Council written off. The city council is proposing to use £28,000 of […]

8 months ago Penwortham and Ashton-on-Ribble support group seek storage space

Two community groups are appealing for help to house donations they are receiving. Ashton Food Aid and Penwortham Care and Share are seeing regular and generous donations but need a […]

10 months ago Moped rider in hospital after Plungington police van crash

A moped rider is in hospital after a crash between a police van and the moped. Blackpool Road was closed at the junction with Plungington Road following the crash on […]

10 months ago Road closed after Blackpool Road crash

Blackpool Road in Plungington was closed last night following a road traffic collision. The incident happened near the junction with Plungington Road. Update: Police appealing for dashcam footage after confirming […]

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