The IFS has today released initial findings from a report into the changes in Higher Education finance, saying the new system introduced by the Coalition is ‘substantially more progressive’. The report says: “The average student will also be better off while at university, enjoying an increase in cash support of some 12 per cent.” “The […]

 RESULTS showing a fall in accidents in the first area of Preston to receive a widespread 20mph limit have been welcomed at a meeting of Lancashire County Council’s Full Council.  Councillors heard that casualties on the Larches estate have reduced since the 20mph-signed scheme was established in September 2010.  For the three years before the […]

The Larches and Savick Boxing Club have received mentoring, from the Charity SPORTED, on developing the club. You can read about the work of SPORTED and their mentoring programme by following the link:- http://www.sported.org.uk/news/area-news/north-west/focus-on-mentoring/

County Councillor Mark Jewell has expressed his concerns with the implementation of the government’s welfare reforms. His concerns are based on benefit claims only being made online or at regional centres. Furthermore, benefits will only be paid into bank accounts. When you are talking about almost 40% of residents with some social landlords not having […]

There is currently a very important Consultation going on that could affect residents living on Lea Road and estates off of Lea Road. There is also a proposal affecting residents on Ashton Bank, Thurnham Road and Ryelands Crescent.  The Consultation is on the Local Development Framework that lays out the plans for various developments across central Lancashire.  To […]

With the Olympic torch landing on British soil today it will be only two weeks away from arriving in Lancashire. The Olympic torch will be carried 8,000 miles by 8,000 bearers in a 70 day relay ending at the Olympic Park. Following a brief glimpse of the torch on 1st June in Chorley, it will […]

Liberal Democrats at Lancashire County Council are proposing to help fund 2012 apprenticeship placements throughout Lancashire. Business Spokesperson for the group, County Councillor Mark Jewell said, “In a year with the Preston Guild, that has benefits throughout Lancashire, we are committed to ensuring Lancashire based firms have the skills necessary to grow. Not only is […]

County Councillor Mark Jewell has described Larches Wood as the heart and lungs of the Larches Ward. There is now only one Larch tree in the wood from which the area takes its name. County Councillor Mark Jewell, who lives on the ward near the woods said, “As a local team we have always tried […]

Residents across Preston have expressed anger at the Labour controlled Preston City Council cutting the budget for PCSOs. Cllr Pauline Brown, deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats in Preston, has slammed the cuts as “a disaster” in the fight against crime. She explained, “Labour’s proposals will lead to 11 PCSOs being lost across Preston.” She […]

Your local LibDem team have reported recent flytipping on the car park of Ashtongate. This has now been removed. It is vitally important to keep on top of flytipping as areas can quickly become permanent grot spots. Flytipping can attract a fine of up to £50,000. You can report flytipping direct to Preston City Council […]