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Building a World-Class Curriculum for All

Building a World-Class Curriculum for All

11 November 2025

Why Legislating for Regular Curriculum Reviews Matters and Why This One is So Important Now. Paula Orrell (CVAN) states why the recommendations provide a blueprint for renewal. If implemented, they would ensure a rich, balanced, and future-ready education for every child in England.

Cultural Capital Exchange Sparks Momentum for Burnley 2027

Cultural Capital Exchange Sparks Momentum for Burnley 2027

07 November 2025

The Cultural Capital Exchange Symposium, held on Friday 31 October 2025 at Victoria Mill, University of Lancashire, marked a defining moment in shaping the development of Burnley 2027 Year of Culture.

Leadership Diversity in the Creative & Cultural Industries

Leadership Diversity in the Creative & Cultural Industries

06 November 2025

New report from Creative UK shows clear lack of diversity and representation in creative and cultural industries leadership.

2030 Plastics Agenda for Business

2030 Plastics Agenda for Business

05 November 2025

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s new 2030 Plastics Agenda for Business provides the blueprint to build on this progress in eliminating plastic waste and pollution in the years ahead.

Kyle McKenzie appointed as new Chief Executive Officer for Escape2Make

Kyle McKenzie appointed as new Chief Executive Officer for Escape2Make

31 October 2025

Escape2Make is delighted to announce that Kyle McKenzie has been appointed as permanent Chief Executive Officer, as announced by Helen Bingley OBE DL JP Chair, on behalf of the Board of Trustees.

Lancashire Businesses are called to participate in Regional AI Research


Lancashire Businesses are called to participate in Regional AI Research


16 October 2025

Lancashire County Council and Code Institute are conducting research to understand where Lancashire businesses stand with AI and we'd like your participation. Complete a FREE AI Readiness Check and get a personalised report.

Call Out! Culture Makers - Burnley 2027 Year of Culture

Call Out! Culture Makers - Burnley 2027 Year of Culture

16 September 2025

Opportunity for 30 Volunteer Posts working with Culture Burnley in the run up to Burnley 2027 year of culture.

Call to share your views on the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) process

Call to share your views on the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) process

10 September 2025

Help Lancashire local government shape how we could work better for everyone in the future. The public is invited to take part in the LGR Survey, which is open until 28th September 2025.

Hyndburn Culture, Arts & Heritage Grant Programme opens for 2025/26 intake

Hyndburn Culture, Arts & Heritage Grant Programme opens for 2025/26 intake

12 August 2025

Hyndburn Council is offering small grants to support a wide range of creative, cultural, heritage and community activities across the borough. Applications must be submitted by 1st September 2024.

Remembering Rachel Cooper: A Design Pioneer's Legacy

Remembering Rachel Cooper: A Design Pioneer's Legacy

25 July 2025

We are saddened to hear the recent news about the passing of Professor Lady Rachel Cooper OBE, a long-standing, highly respected and valued member of the Creative Lancashire Board and champion for design innovation in the county.

Pendle Festival of Culture 2025 comes to Nelson in late June

Pendle Festival of Culture 2025 comes to Nelson in late June

19 June 2025

A family fun day bringing Pendle’s diverse communities together is taking place on Saturday 28th June in Nelson, Lancashire.

Julie Bell recognised in King's Birthday List for services to Public Libraries

Julie Bell recognised in King's Birthday List for services to Public Libraries

16 June 2025

Julie Bell is one of 16 people from Lancashire to be recently recognised on the King's Birthday Honours List in 2025 for their achievements.

Programme Announced for National Festival of Making 2025

Programme Announced for National Festival of Making 2025

02 June 2025

The 2025 National Festival of Making takes place on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July across Blackburn town centre, packed full of hands-on workshops and activities for all ages, exhibitions, performances, talks, markets and more. See what's on so you can plan your weekend.

One Creative North Report Launched

One Creative North Report Launched

23 May 2025

One Creative North is a pan-northern initiative to grow the creative sectors through increased and more geographical equitable access to finance, skills training, R&D and connectivity.

Autumn round of Crowdfund Lancashire opens in May 2025

Autumn round of Crowdfund Lancashire opens in May 2025

13 May 2025

​If you have an idea for a project to improve the culture or sport offer in your local community, then you could get up to £15,000 towards your target from the Lancashire Culture and Sport Fund. Applications are open from 20th May until 1st July 2025.