Lancashire moves to Tier 3 coronavirus alert level 16 October 2020 Lancashire has been moved into the "very high" Covid alert level by government.

Green flags to fly high again at local parks 14 October 2020 Flags will be flying high again at Lancaster City Council’s parks and public spaces to celebrate being awarded the coveted Green Flag Award for 2020/21.

New £500 support payment available for self-isolating residents on low incomes 12 October 2020 Some people self-isolating due to coronavirus could receive financial support of £500 to compensate for lost income.

Lancashire in Tier 2 (high) for government's new Covid alert system 12 October 2020 No indoor socialising, bars stay open for now.

Struggling residents urged to seek help concerning council tax payments 09 October 2020 Lancaster City Council is reminding residents who have fallen behind with their Council Tax payments that help is on offer concerning payment of their bills. 

Lancaster City Council is working with the HSE to help tackle coronavirus 08 October 2020 Lancaster City Council is working with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to conduct enhanced spot checks on businesses to make sure they are Covid-secure.

Councils approve next steps in talks on potential reorganisation 07 October 2020

New advisory board to help transform the district’s digital services 06 October 2020 A new advisory board comprised of local technology experts has been formed to help the Lancaster district realise its potential in the digital sector.

Local Covid-19 contact tracing launched in Lancaster district 02 October 2020 Lancaster City Council has taken on an increased role in helping to prevent the spread of Covid-19 with the launch of a local contact tracing team.

Lancaster Museums celebrate Black History Month 02 October 2020 Lancaster City Council is celebrating Black History Month with a series of ‘digital encounters’ throughout October via the Facebook pages of its Maritime and City museums.