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Latest news
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- Ensuring that Wigan Borough's heritage is properly recognised and celebrated and that our unique buildings are conserved for the benefit of everyone.
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- 10/09/2021
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- The start of September means many families across the borough will be preparing for a return to school with new classes, teachers, subjects and courses on the horizon.
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- 03/09/2021
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- This month's blog includes a tribute to Lord Smith and marks the Olympian efforts of our borough's athletes.
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- 13/08/2021
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- Last year we announced that we would add a star to Believe Square and outside Leigh Town Hall to mark the contributions of our NHS staff and frontline workers who have worked so admirably during the pandemic.
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- 05/07/2021
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- In the next few weeks we will be revealing more details about our recovery plans for the borough and our build back fairer approach.
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- 14/06/2021
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- Return of Our Town, another roadmap milestone and a crackdown on domestic abuse
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- 24/05/2021
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- In the weeks since my last column there have been several significant announcements that you may be aware of.
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- 18/03/2021
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- Local government is no stranger to government cuts - in the last decade Wigan Council has had to make savings of £160m, representing 40 per cent of our overall budget.
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- 10/03/2021
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- Last week our financial plans for the next year were approved by the council's cabinet and will go forward to the full council early next month.
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- 26/02/2021
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- This week is important not only for our borough but for the entire nation as we mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
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- 05/05/2020