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Major internal and external changes for The Harris set for green light

The Harris exterior Planning applications have been submitted for proposed external and internal works as part of the ‘Reimagining the Harris’ project. This project by Buttress aims to adapt the building in order […]

3 years ago
Victorian Society slams ‘damaging’ plans to change the Harris

Architectural model of the proposed changes to the Harris Pic: Buttress Architects Ltd The Victorian Society is calling for Preston City Council to refuse plans to alter the Harris, which it says is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in […]

3 years ago
A new future for former Baffito’s restaurant as care home plans set for approval

Former restaurant and bar Baffito’s, located at Preston Docks, is to become a care home. The plans, which are recommended for approval include a 64-bedroom residential care home. This is […]

3 years ago
Housing plans for hundreds of homes across Broughton, Cottam, Bilsborrow and Goosnargh set to be decided

Preston City Council town hall. Pic: Tony Worrall Here is a round up of the latest housing planning applications around Preston and South Ribble for a number of potential housing developments on the edge of Preston. All of […]

3 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Tide turning on Garden Street development as water agencies raise flood concerns

How the proposed apartment block in Garden Street could look Controversial plans to build an apartment block off Winckley Square have been dealt a blow by the Local Lead Flood Authority (LLFA) and United Utilities. Both organisations have raised concerns […]

3 years ago
Preston City Council leader reacts to latest England-wide coronavirus lockdown

Councillor Matthew Brown The leader of Preston City Council has welcomed the new England-wide lockdown. Preston has been in enhanced restrictions since August 2020 to try and control coronavirus. Prime Minister Boris Johnson […]

3 years ago
Preston City Council leader says all primary schools should remain closed

Councillor Matthew Brown The leader of Preston City Council has said all primary schools should remain closed after the Christmas holidays. Councillor Matthew Brown, the Labour leader of Preston Council, has shared his […]

3 years ago
How to recycle your Christmas tree in Preston, South Ribble, Fylde, Ribble Valley, Wyre and West Lancashire

The Christmas tree on the Harris balcony in Preston city centre Pic: Tony Worrall Now that the festive period is winding down, the Christmas decorations will soon be packed away for another year. But many people will be left unsure what to do with […]

3 years ago
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