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2,000 Life-Saving Health Checks Delivered in Wigan Through Groundbreaking Pilot
Wigan Council’s workplace health check pilot has reached over 2,000 residents, helping to detect early signs of serious illness and…
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Climate Column: Say Bye to Single Use!
Single-use plastics are one of the most significant environmental threats of our time. This can include plastic cutlery, bags, bottles,…
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Key decisions from the meeting of the Full Council, Wednesday 23 July, 2025
Welcome to our round-up from the latest meeting of the full council. View the agenda for the proceedings, video footage…
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'Pride is a statement… of love, of visibility, of unity.'
Ahead of Pride season in Wigan Borough, Councillor Dane Anderton – cabinet portfolio holder for children and families – made…
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Phil and Hacker will be star attraction on Wigan Borough's Walk of Fame
Phil and Hacker will be star attraction on Wigan Borough’s Walk of Fame
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Waste site on Bolton House Road closed
A closure order is now in place at the waste site at Bolton House Road, following the fire last week,…
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Magnificent seven keep Green Flag status ahead of Love Parks Week
Green Flags will be flying proudly across Wigan Borough again this year after seven local parks were recognised among the…
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'Lifesaving' health showcase heading for Leigh this summer
‘Lifesaving’ health showcase heading for Leigh this summer
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Strong partnership response keeps fire under control in Bickershaw
Wigan Council, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) and United Utilities are working together to respond to an ongoing…
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Cabinet approval for borough-wide Article Four direction for HMOs
Wigan Council’s ruling cabinet members approved plans for more control over applications for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Read the…
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