Lancashire Police has launched Fake or Real? Know the Deal, a campaign designed to help young people and families recognise and respond to the growing threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) generated deepfakes, including harmful manipulated content that can have devastating consequences for victims. 
The campaign aims to give young people, parents, carers and educators the confidence and knowledge needed to embrace technology safely while understanding the risks associated with deepfake content. 
Deepfakes are images, videos or audio clips created using artificial intelligence that can make it appear as though someone has said or done something they never actually did. 

Our latest episode of Out of the Ashes: Stories from Lancashire explores our draft Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) for the next five years.


In Episode 15: Shaping Our Future: Exploring the Community Risk Management Plan, Deputy Chief Fire Officer Steve Healey and Area Manager Tom Powell take a closer look at what the CRMP is, why it matters and how it will shape the work we do over the next five years. 
They explore the changing risks facing communities across Lancashire, including fires, flooding and wildfires, as well as prevention, protection, emergency response and working with partners to help manage these risks.

Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, has welcomed the publication of the latest State of Policing report, highlighting its emphasis on neighbourhood policing, supporting victims, tackling fraud and protecting vulnerable people.

The annual report provides an independent assessment of policing across England and Wales, recognising the vital role of visible neighbourhood policing, improving performance and ensuring forces are equipped to respond to evolving crime threats. It also considers the Government's proposals for police reform and the opportunities and challenges they may bring for forces and communities.

Commissioner Grunshaw said the report reflects many of the priorities already being delivered locally through Lancashire's Police and Crime Plan, reinforcing the importance of investing in frontline policing, prevention and community safety.
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Prepare for a night of spine-tingling elegance and supernatural fun at the iconic Fence Gate. After a two-year wait, the Positive Action in the Community (PAC) Charity Ball returns for 2026. This is more than just a party; it is the most anticipated date in our calendar and a vital night of fundraising for the East Lancashire community. 


Whether you choose to embrace the theme with full Fancy Dress or prefer to "Dress to Impress" in your finest evening wear, this is your chance to celebrate the season in style while making a tangible difference to local lives. 

We are looking for nominations for young people aged 19 or under who have made a positive contribution in Lancashire over the last 12 months, whether by helping their community, supporting an individual or family member, or making a difference within an organisation.


Applications open today, and full details on how to nominate can be found on the poster.

Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, has invested £90,638 of money seized from criminals into 13 community organisations, supporting projects that will prevent crime, tackle anti-social behaviour, and protect vulnerable people across the county.
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The latest round of the Commissioner’s Community Fund will support a range of initiatives delivered by local charities, community groups, councils and partners. Projects focus on key priorities within the Police and Crime Plan, including youth diversion, tackling anti-social behaviour, supporting vulnerable communities, and preventing violence against women and girls (VAWG).

What keeps you awake at night?


Fire. Flooding. Wildfires. Road collisions. Water rescues.


These are just some of the risks Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service prepares for every day.


As part of our Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) consultation, we want to know what matters most to you and your community. Your views will help shape our future plans and how we continue to help keep Lancashire safe over the next five years.

Welcome to the August edition of my stakeholder newsletter, where I bring you the latest updates on crime and policing across Lancashire.

Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls remains a key priority for my Office and continues to shape much of our work. From the ongoing campaign for Kiena's Law to our work with local partners through the #GetTheMessage campaign to challenge misogyny and harmful attitudes, we are committed to driving meaningful change and making Lancashire safer for women and girls.

During the summer recess, I have also taken the opportunity to meet with Lancashire's MPs to discuss the issues that matter most to residents across the county and explore how we can work together to address them.
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We know that anti-social behaviour can increase during the summer months, affecting communities and people's sense of safety. That is why Lancashire Police have continued to take robust action through Op Centurion, targeting offenders, responding to local concerns and working with partners to prevent anti-social behaviour and keep our communities safe.

Are you working in health, social care, community services, or the voluntary sector? Join the upcoming Ageing Well training and education events designed to help professionals build their knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting people living with frailty. These events will focus on frailty and ageing well, nutrition and frailty, and end of life care, while bringing colleagues together to learn, collaborate and improve outcomes for local residents.

We are delighted to personally invite you to participate in a major new research study exploring people’s views and experiences of crime, anti-social behaviour and policing in the UK.   

The research aims to improve: 

• understanding of what shapes public confidence in policing,  
• how confidence changes over time, and  
• the impact of neighbourhood policing on local communities.   

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On average, it takes 10 minutes to complete, and it is entirely multiple-choice. No questions are mandatory, so you can skip any you would rather not answer. If you get distracted, you can save your progress as you go and come back whenever you wish.   
Let's get started! 

Nelson Pride in Place is all about bringing people together to make a lasting difference. Our Board is made up of people from different backgrounds, organisations and communities who all share one thing in common – a passion for making Nelson an even better place to live, work and visit.
You don’t need to have years of experience or hold a particular job title to make a valuable contribution. We’re looking for people who care about Nelson, enjoy working with others and are willing to share their ideas, knowledge and enthusiasm. Every perspective matters, and some of the best ideas come from people who simply want to make a positive difference.

Burnley Borough Council is currently consulting on proposals to redesignate selective licensing in the following two areas after the current designations end in July 2027:

• Burnley Wood with Healey Wood
• Leyland Road area 

The council is also consulting on proposals to introduce new selective licensing areas in parts of:

• The Lyndhurst Road Area

The consultation will run from 3rd August 2026 to 18th October 2026, and we are inviting responses from all affected parties and those with an interest in the proposed schemes.

National PLACE Assessment Annual assessment.
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Patient-led assessments of the care environment (PLACE) help organisations understand how well they are meeting the needs of their patients and identify where improvements can be made. They take place across NHS trusts, voluntary, independent, and private healthcare providers and use information gleaned directly from patient assessors to report how well a site/organisation is performing.

PLACE is the only national assessment programme that collects data relating to the patient environment and the only process that provides a consistent approach so that all providers are assessing the same things to the same standards.

​The new Active Recovery East Lancashire Timetable is here!