Local News… Bolton parents urged: “only request school places where absolutely necessary” 13 Jan 2021 Parents in Bolton are being asked not to request a school place for their child unless it is absolutely necessary. During the national lockdown, all schools in Bolton remain open…
News COVID Support Hub: Valuable lifeline helps thousands of Bolton residents 13 Jan 2021 As another period of national lockdown begins, Bolton’s COVID-19 support hub continues to provide vital services to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Set up at the…
News Bolton residents asked for views on clean air and taxi plans 18 Nov 202018 Nov 2020 Bolton residents and businesses have until December 2 to have their say on ambitious new plans to improve air quality in the borough. Proposals to introduce a Clean Air Zone…
Food… Plans for Bolton’s first-ever virtual Food and Drink Festival revealed 3 Aug 2020 The team behind the award-winning Bolton Food and Drink Festival has announced exciting plans for their first-ever online event. The festival, organised by Bolton Council, will be streaming direct to…
Arts… Thousands of Greater Manchester older people to receive support through Creative Care Kits 9 Jul 2020 A unique new initiative will see creative kits full of things to do delivered to 16,000 older people across Greater Manchester. Even as restrictions around coronavirus continue to lift in…
News Waste collections – Coronavirus (COVID-19) update and advice 19 Mar 202029 Jun 2020 Bolton Council`s statement in full "New guidance has been issued to protect the most vulnerable people against COVID19. As a responsible employer, with many employees, this guidance has affected the…
Local News… Bolton firms urged to take up apprenticeship grants 6 Feb 202025 Feb 2020 Employers in Bolton are being urged to take advantage of financial support, which is available if they take on a new apprentice. The reminder comes during National Apprenticeship Week…
News Family of seven escape house fire in Bolton 4 Feb 20206 Feb 2020 A Family of seven escaped a house fire that is believed to have started after cooking was left unattended. At 9.08pm on Sunday 2 February three fire engines from Bolton…
News… Apprentices celebrated across Greater Manchester 4 Feb 20206 Feb 2020 Greater Manchester Combined Authority is set to take part in National Apprenticeship Week – which this year celebrates its thirteenth anniversary. ‘Look Beyond’ is this year’s theme for the dedicated…
News Top tips to reduce tip trips 4 Feb 20206 Feb 2020 Bolton Council is reminding residents that waste audits are available to anyone who needs help managing their rubbish. The reminder comes ahead of new rules brought in by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, which limit…