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Wigan Borough's warm, welcoming spaces open for winter

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More than 60 warm, welcoming spaces made up of community hubs and council buildings are open across Wigan Borough.
Date:
03/12/2024

Key decisions and updates of the Full Council, Wednesday 28 November

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Welcome to our round-up from the latest meeting with all of Wigan Council's elected members.
Date:
29/11/2024

A warm welcome to AllChild and a proud first for Wigan Borough

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A new community-driven support scheme for young people – which has had remarkable results in London – has arrived in Wigan Borough and we're very excited to see its impact.
Date:
28/11/2024

Upgrading local routes for walking, wheeling, cycling, and riding

Description
Major upgrades to a pair of paths well-used by Wigan Borough residents will see them added to the Bee Network. This is Greater Manchester's vision for a joined-up transport network, including buses, trams, walking, and cycling.
Date:
28/11/2024

Domestic abuse campaign at the forefront as Wigan Council marks White Ribbon's 16 days of action

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Wigan Council will show its support for campaigns to end domestic abuse and reaffirm its commitment to the Love Is Not Abuse (LINA) movement.
Date:
27/11/2024

Mini Blue-Light scheme launches in Leigh

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A new pilot scheme will see school-children play a lead role in promoting community safety in Wigan Borough.
Date:
26/11/2024

Free scooters help kids be active and do their bit for the planet on way to school

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Primary school pupils are being encouraged to scoot to school to boost their health and the environment.
Date:
26/11/2024

Get festive at the Flash! Artisan markets heading to Pennington nature reserve

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Christmas is coming to Pennington Flash this year as the popular nature reserve hosts its first-ever seasonal artisan markets.
Date:
25/11/2024

Hip surgery pioneer receives Blue Plaque

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A heritage blue plaque for inspirational orthopaedic surgeon Professor Sir John Charnley has been unveiled in Wigan Borough.
Date:
22/11/2024

Crackdown on traffic offences to come into force

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New local authority enforcement powers to crackdown on several traffic offences will come into play at hotspots across Wigan Borough.
Date:
22/11/2024
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