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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Burnley mayoral role and town hall 'must be saved'
A retiring mayor has urged councillors to do everything they can to retain their borough's civic identity following the reorganisation of local authorities. Councillor Shah Hussain told Burnley Council's annual meeting it was "vital" that the role of mayor and the town hall were retained following any Lancashire devolution deal. In his farewell address, he said the last 12 months had been full of "joy", topped off by the Burnley FC's promotion to the Premier League. But he warned that "amongst the celebrations and community spirit, reorganisation looms". In March, Burnley Council officially opposed any devolution plan which would see the creation of a new, Blackburn-based, all-purpose council for east Lancashire. Ministers had ordered Lancashire's authorities to draw up an "interim plan" which will see a radical reduction in the number of councils in the area. All 15 Lancashire council leaders put their names to a letter setting out their initial thoughts but they noted that no proposal had majority support. Shah told councillors: "There are whispers about devolution, combined authorities, and unitary councils. "And with these discussions come questions about our identity, about the future of roles like this one, and about this very chamber we gather in today. "Let me say this clearly: The role of Mayor matters. It is not a relic. "It is a symbol of service, of unity, of civic pride." He said the mayor was the "living, breathing thread that connects institutions to individuals", a role that "sees, celebrates, and supports". Shah added: "It must not be allowed to fade away in the name of bureaucratic efficiency." Burnley Town Hall must also be preserved, he said, "not as a museum, but as a living institution". He said public money had been spent on safeguarding it "for future generations" because of its value was "not just in bricks and mortar, but in heritage and heart". Shah added: "Our town is not perfect - no place is. But it is proud, principled, resilient, and brimming with potential." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Leaders fail to agree councils reorganisation plan Town's council opposes merger with neighbour First meeting of county's new combined authority
BBC News
16-05-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
Save Burnley Council in devolution plans, outgoing mayor urges
A retiring mayor has urged councillors to do everything they can to retain their borough's civic identity following the reorganisation of local Shah Hussain told Burnley Council's annual meeting it was "vital" that the role of mayor and the town hall were retained following any Lancashire devolution his farewell address, he said the last 12 months had been full of "joy", topped off by the Burnley FC's promotion to the Premier he warned that "amongst the celebrations and community spirit, reorganisation looms". 'Devolution whispers' In March, Burnley Council officially opposed any devolution plan which would see the creation of a new, Blackburn-based, all-purpose council for east had ordered Lancashire's authorities to draw up an "interim plan" which will see a radical reduction in the number of councils in the 15 Lancashire council leaders put their names to a letter setting out their initial thoughts but they noted that no proposal had majority told councillors: "There are whispers about devolution, combined authorities, and unitary councils."And with these discussions come questions about our identity, about the future of roles like this one, and about this very chamber we gather in today."Let me say this clearly: The role of Mayor matters. It is not a relic."It is a symbol of service, of unity, of civic pride." 'Brimming with potential' He said the mayor was the "living, breathing thread that connects institutions to individuals", a role that "sees, celebrates, and supports".Shah added: "It must not be allowed to fade away in the name of bureaucratic efficiency."Burnley Town Hall must also be preserved, he said, "not as a museum, but as a living institution".He said public money had been spent on safeguarding it "for future generations" because of its value was "not just in bricks and mortar, but in heritage and heart".Shah added: "Our town is not perfect - no place is. But it is proud, principled, resilient, and brimming with potential." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
BBC News
03-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Burnley Premier League promotion bus parade route announced
Thousands of Burnley fans will be expected to line the streets of the town on Tuesday to celebrate the Clarets' return to the Premier open-top bus parade will make its way from the Burnley Town Hall to Turf Clarets clinched promotion with a 2-1 win over Sheffield United on 21 April, and will seal the Championship title if they beat Millwall later and rivals Leeds fail to win at manager Scott Parker and his players will appear at the town hall from 18:15 BST for interviews on the balcony before leaving for Turf Moor at 19:00. The journey to the stadium is expected to take about an hour. The squad will be officially welcomed by Burnley Council's chief executive officer Lukman Patel, who said: "It's fantastic to see Burnley FC back where they belong again, in the Premier League."Everyone at the club, and all of the supporters, have done a brilliant job in getting us back into the best football league in the world."When the club is doing well, Burnley and the whole borough seems to be that much brighter and positive, and gives us all such a massive boost."The council said: "We're looking forward to a great day celebrating our town and team, but above all, the safety of our residents is our top priority." What's the parade route? The route, organised by Burnley Council, will take the bus down Manchester Road and on to pedestrianised St James' Street, straight across the crossroads into Yorkshire Street, and finally into Harry Potts Way and Turf players will not be appearing at Turf Moor and no public events are planned at the stadium. What about road closures? The council advises to plan your journey in advance, to avoid these areas if travelling by car, and to follow all steward and signage instructions on the following roads will be closed to vehicles on Tuesday 6 May, from 09:00 to 21:00 BST:Harry Potts Way, Burnley for its entire lengthUnnamed road to the side of 114 Brunshaw Road, Burnley for its entire lengthYorkshire Street, Burnley from Todmorden Road to Centenary WayCentenary Way, Burnley from Yorkshire Street to Gunsmith PlaceGrimshaw Street, Burnley for its entire lengthElizabeth Street, Burnley for its entire lengthThomas Street, Burnley for its entire lengthNicholas Street, Burnley for its entire lengthDugdale Street, Burnley for its entire lengthManchester Road, Burnley from Finsley Gate to St James's StreetSaunder Bank, Burnley for its entire lengthHargreaves Street, Burnley from Manchester Road to St James's RowOrmerod Street, Burnley from Hargreaves Street to Bull StreetBull Street, Burnley for its entire lengthHall Street, Burnley for its entire lengthYorkshire Street, Burnley from Centenary Way to Hall StreetChurch Street, Burnley from Chapel Street to Yorkshire StreetSt. James's Street, Burnley from Manchester Road to Hall StreetCroft Street, Burnley for its entire lengthRed Lion Street, Burnley for its entire lengthParker Lane, Burnley for its entire lengthThe following roads will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians:Yorke Street, Burnley for its entire lengthOrmerod Street, Burnley from Yorke St to Hargreaves StreetClosed to pedestrians:Definitive right of way FP1201197 (Burnley) (canal towpath) Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Burnley announce Premier League promotion parade
Burnley FC will mark their return to the Premier League with an open-top bus parade, it has been announced. The Clarets clinched promotion with a 2-1 win over Sheffield United on 21 April, confirming their return to the top flight. Tens of thousands of fans are expected to line the streets on 6 May as manager Scott Parker and the players appear at Burnley Town Hall from 18:15 BST for interviews on the balcony. From 19:00 the parade will then take about an hour to travel to Turf Moor. The squad will be officially welcomed by Burnley Council chief executive officer Lukman Patel, who said: "It's fantastic to see Burnley FC back where they belong again, in the Premier League. "Everyone at the club, and all of the supporters, have done a brilliant job in getting us back into the best football league in the world. "When the club is doing well, Burnley and the whole borough seems to be that much brighter and positive, and gives us all such a massive boost." The route, organised by Burnley Council, will take the bus down Manchester Road and on to pedestrianised St James' Street, straight across the crossroads into Yorkshire Street, and finally into Harry Potts Way and Turf Moor. The players will not be appearing at Turf Moor and no public events are planned at the stadium. There is bound to be some traffic disruption, with road closures and congestion in the area. But the council and police have not yet issued any advice on travel arrangements. There will be activities and challenges leading up to the players' arrival. These will run on 6 May from midday until 16:30 in the pedestrianised area outside McDonald's on St James' Street. In the coming days, fans will be able pick-up special brochures detailing the locations and timings, Burnley Council said. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer. Burnley go up as Sheff Utd settle for play-offs Burnley's Parker and Blades' Hamer win EFL awards Burnley keeper Trafford not surprised by success Burnley FC Burnley Council
BBC News
30-04-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Burnley announce Premier League promotion parade
Burnley FC will mark their return to the Premier League with an open-top bus parade, it has been Clarets clinched promotion with a 2-1 win over Sheffield United on 21 April, confirming their return to the top of thousands of fans are expected to line the streets on 6 May as manager Scott Parker and the players appear at Burnley Town Hall from 18:15 BST for interviews on the 19:00 the parade will then take about an hour to travel to Turf Moor. The squad will be officially welcomed by Burnley Council chief executive officer Lukman Patel, who said: "It's fantastic to see Burnley FC back where they belong again, in the Premier League."Everyone at the club, and all of the supporters, have done a brilliant job in getting us back into the best football league in the world."When the club is doing well, Burnley and the whole borough seems to be that much brighter and positive, and gives us all such a massive boost." What's the parade route? The route, organised by Burnley Council, will take the bus down Manchester Road and on to pedestrianised St James' Street, straight across the crossroads into Yorkshire Street, and finally into Harry Potts Way and Turf players will not be appearing at Turf Moor and no public events are planned at the stadium. What about travel and road closures? There is bound to be some traffic disruption, with road closures and congestion in the area. But the council and police have not yet issued any advice on travel arrangements. What else is happening? There will be activities and challenges leading up to the players' will run on 6 May from midday until 16:30 in the pedestrianised area outside McDonald's on St James' the coming days, fans will be able pick-up special brochures detailing the locations and timings, Burnley Council said. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer.
