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Wigan Borough man sentenced for handling stolen goods after investigation into £500,000 poultry theft
A Wigan borough business owner has been sentenced for his role in a conspiracy to fraudulently obtain hundreds of thousands…
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Court injunction issued following town centre ASB
A man has been handed a court injunction in a bid to crackdown on anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Leigh town…
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Health Column: Why Wigan's Ethical Advertising Policy Matters Now More Than Ever
As Director of Public Health for Wigan, I am proud to share the council’s commitment to a healthier, fairer borough…
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Shop owner handed heavy fine for underage vape sales
A Leigh shop owner has been ordered to pay more than £1,000 following the illegal sale of a vape to…
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Wigan Council pledges to be at the forefront of a digital revolution following AI Summit
From the fettlers to the makers, miners, and manufacturers, Wigan Borough has a proud industrial past, and with AI tipped…
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'Game changing moment' as national tech firm makes Wigan its new HQ
A technology firm that works alongside more than 120 councils has relocated its headquarters to Wigan, in what has been…
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More than 100 off road bikes seized as Wigan Borough's successful operation rolled out across Greater Manchester
An operation to tackle the anti-social use of off-road bikes has seen such success in Wigan Borough that it has…
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Response to independent audit – Astley Business Park
In June 2024, Wigan Council’s Planning Committee considered and approved an application for the development of warehousing units on land…
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School and scientist new recipients of heritage blue plaques
A historic seat of learning and a renowned scientist whose work has had a lasting impact will receive Wigan borough…
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Council's response to Astley site concerns
In June 2024, Wigan Council’s Planning Committee considered and approved an application for the development of warehousing units on land…
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