Preston City Council

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Do you have a query?

For service information or to report something,
🔗 Visit our website: https://t.co/hKL1aPhVs4
📩 or email [email protected]

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📧 To request a quote, email:��[email protected]

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Need to get rid of waste? Make sure you’re using a registered,
legitimate waste carrier. Don’t risk your rubbish being fly-tipped nearby.

♻️ Preston City Council can provide a reliable waste removal service, giving you peace of mind that your waste is disposed of correctly.

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Read all about it here - https://t.co/YHwhXT8VoC

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The Tram Bridge is officially open! 🎉 Hundreds sought out the best viewpoint and lined the banks of Avenham Park to witness the reopening of Preston’s Tram Bridge as the Mayor of Preston cut the ribbon to reopen the much-loved bridge.

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Councillor Siraz Natha, is the new Deputy Mayor.
📸 Photos by Michael Porter Photography

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The City of Preston welcomed Councillor Nweeda Khan as the 698th Madam Mayor of Preston for 2026/2027.

The chosen charities for Madam Mayor are Macmillan Cancer Support, NSPCC and Sahara, all of which have a special meaning to Madam Mayor.

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Send your photos, your name, and any memories you have to [email protected].
Deadline for submission is Thursday 14 May

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📷 Last couple of days to send us your photos and memories of the old Tram Bridge to celebrate the Tram Bridge reopening!
What we are looking for:
• Photos of the old Tram Bridge and of you crossing it
• Memories or stories about crossing it

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🗳️ Verification for each ward has now begun.

The count will begin once verification is complete.

All results will be announced over on the Preston City Council Facebook page and on our website:
https://t.co/JXJFEiIWEI

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📷 Encounter Festival Secures Major Arts Council England Funding for 2026 Edition.

Preston's flagship cultural event, Encounter Festival, has been awarded £79,000 from Arts Council England, marking a significant investment in the city's creative future.

https://t.co/4KO1uCqtHf

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✏️ Registration is now open until Friday 19 June by visiting: https://t.co/q0PrPkLdZj

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Organisations across Preston are invited to take part in Preston City Games 2026! Teams will compete in football, netball, rounders and boccia, bringing colleagues together for a day of wellbeing and team building.

🗓️Friday 3 July 2026
📍University of Lancashire Sports Arena

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⭐ Find out what Madam Mayor of Preston got up to in March, in her latest blog 👇

https://t.co/23mbZTY2vF

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📢 Today is the final day that you can resister to vote.

Take action now so you’re ready for polling day on 7 May.👇
https://t.co/ZmD6ECY62s

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The news everyone’s been waiting for! The Tram Bridge will open to the public on Friday 22 May. Who’s ready to walk, run, cycle... and even trot 🏇 across?

Read more here: https://t.co/yBOQGAQrKA

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Over 20 tonnes of waste were collected during a Day of Action in Fishwick and St Matthew’s, involving volunteers and partners. 👏

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/wUIXMlbfxR

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📢 Environmental Protection Officers Seize Music Equipment Following Ongoing Noise Nuisance in Fishwick.

Read more: https://t.co/3KdLBuXKYr

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Through our partnership with @Better_UK we are committed to helping residents access our city’s pools at affordable prices.

 Here’s Omar and George at West View highlighting the fantastic range of inclusive sessions available across both West View and Fulwood.

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Ready to dive in? Pop into either centre and they’ll be happy to help you get set up.

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Whether it’s through our free swimming initiatives for children & eligible adults, or via the Preston Residents Card, swimming has never been more accessible.