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Downloading a year of digital success
Wigan Council’s award-winning Tech Mates initiative has marked a record-breaking 2024 of tackling the digital divide. More than 1,000 residents…
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Cost of living campaign reaches £6m milestone
More than £6.4m of previously unclaimed financial support has been accessed by Wigan Borough residents thanks to a flagship campaign.…
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Community crowdfunding campaigns help people of Wigan Borough
An innovative and collaborative way of raising funds called crowdfunding has helped community-spirited locals create sensory gardens and helped Wigan…
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New car park will provide shopping boost
A temporary new car park has opened in Wigan town centre, making it even easier to visit Wigan Market and…
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Hog Hotels making a new home at nature reserve
Hedgehogs at a Wigan Borough nature reserve will have cosy surroundings this winter thanks to a nifty environmental project. Wigan…
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Enforcement operation in Leigh sees illicit goods seizure and warnings issued
Joint enforcement action by Wigan Borough authorities last week included the seizure of illegal cigarettes and warning notices issued about…
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Have your say on car-cruising clampdown proposals
Wigan Council is exploring its options to crackdown on car-cruising and is asking for feedback on proposals. As part of…
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Wigan Borough's warm, welcoming spaces open for winter
More than 60 warm, welcoming spaces made up of community hubs and council buildings are open across Wigan Borough. Now…
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Key decisions and updates of the Full Council, Wednesday 28 November
Welcome to our round-up from the latest meeting with all of Wigan Council’s elected members. View the Agenda for Council on…
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A warm welcome to AllChild and a proud first for Wigan Borough
By Councillor Jenny Bullen, cabinet portfolio holder for children and families A new community-driven support scheme for young people –…
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