News News Archive - July 2026 Planning permission sought for solar-powered electric vehicle charging hub 23 July 2026 The next step in proposals to develop a new solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Lancaster are underway with the submission of an application for planning permission. Lancaster City Council selected for national innovation project to modernise planning to support future homes, jobs and infrastructure in the district 23 July 2026 Lancaster City Council has been selected as a partner in a nationally funded innovation project that will use AI to improve biodiversity assessments during preparation of the Local Plan and will support future planning and housing delivery across the district. Government announces Local Government Reorganisation decision for Lancashire 16 July 2026 Council welcomes backing for four-unitary model aligned with Lancaster vision 16 July 2026 Lancaster City Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to progress a four-unitary model for Lancashire, closely aligned with the city council’s preferred approach.