Chorley Council

📢 Calling all Chorley businesses! We’re offering grants to support local businesses in tackling anti-social behaviour, crime and disorder. If your business has ideas to help create safer, more welcoming spaces, you could receive funding to make it happen. 📅 Funding period: 2025 to 2026 Closing date: 31 August 2025. 🔗 Apply now: chorley.gov.uk/funding Together, we can make Chorley a safer and stronger place for everyone. #chorley #chorleycouncil #makingithappeninchorley

It’s #workforuswednesday! Could you help deliver quality services for our residents? 🏠 There’s a range of opportunities available across our sites right now! If you can‘t find something that suits you today, then be sure to sign up for updates on vacancies coming soon. Apply and sign up at https://lnkd.in/erpdR43X

Our final Net Zero Business Accreditation case study of the series 👇 🌿 Sustainability spotlight: Reeds Refillery Reeds Refillery is making waves in the local eco-retail space and we’re thrilled to see how their environmental accreditation has accelerated their growth and community impact. 🧼 They’ve introduced more refill product lines and recently hit a huge milestone — over 100,000 refills completed in-store! ♻️ They’ve also expanded and upcycled their shop fit-out, using reclaimed materials to create new product bays and scoop bins. With sustainability at its core, Reeds has not only inspired local businesses to act but also encouraged residents to rethink consumption and waste. 👏 A fantastic example of a local business combining purpose with impact. 👉 There’s still time for your business to apply to Chorley’s 2025 Accreditation Scheme. Join other forward-thinking businesses making a difference! 📩 More at: chorley.gov.uk/NetZero Applications close 29th July 2025. #makingithappeninchorley #netzero #sustainability #chorleybusiness #ClimateAction,#chorleycouncil #netzeroaccreditation   

Today marks the start of the tenth Chorley Flower Show. We look forward to welcoming everyone from 10am. If you're planning on heading to the show over the weekend, get all the info at chorleyflowershow.com 🗓25 to 27 July, 10am to 5pm 📍Astley Park, Chorley

It’s #workforuswednesday! This week we have a range of opportunities available across our sites, including two roles as part of our People, Policy and Partnerships service. If you’re interested in working as part of a team to help to shape how we deliver services for our residents, communities and partners then be sure to apply 🧩 Performance and Insight Advisor | £33,366 to £36,124 | close 27 July Policy and Transformation Lead | £43,693 to £44,711 | closes 27 July If you can‘t find something that suits you today then be sure to sign up for updates on vacancies coming soon. Apply and sign up at https://lnkd.in/erpdR43X

📢 Net Zero Business Accreditation case study 👇 🥖 Morris Quality Bakers Ltd has been busy baking sustainability into every part of their operations. ⚙️ They’ve restructured production, invested in efficient machinery, and created new processes that have cut waste and improved productivity. 🚛 On the fleet side, they’ve introduced cleaner HVO fuel alternatives, with a full vehicle replacement plan underway, despite challenges with older vehicle compatibility. 🙌 They’ve also brought in new staff to meet demand, recruiting locally support the local community and reduce staff commuting miles. A fantastic example of a business balancing tradition with innovation and sustainability. 👉 There’s still time for your business to apply to Chorley’s 2025 Accreditation Scheme. Join other forward-thinking businesses making a difference! 📩 More at: chorley.gov.uk/NetZero Applications close 29th July 2025. Morris Quality Bakers #makingithappeninchorley #netzero #sustainability #chorleybusiness #ClimateAction,#chorleycouncil #netzeroaccreditation 

📢 Net Zero Business Accreditation case study 👇 🚚 Sustainable Storage: Red Rose Storage leads the way Red Rose Storage has embraced sustainability in its operations and it’s already paying off. 🏆 Their accreditation has become a valuable part of their brand, helping customers choose them over competitors. 📦 It’s also driven internal improvements: from how they use energy to how they support staff development, they’ve become more efficient and forward-thinking. This is a brilliant reminder that sustainability isn’t just good for the planet, it’s smart business too. 👉 There’s still time for your business to apply to Chorley’s 2025 Accreditation Scheme. Join other forward-thinking businesses making a difference! 📩 More at: chorley.gov.uk/NetZero Applications close 29th July 2025. Red Rose Storage #makingithappeninchorley #netzero #sustainability #chorleybusiness #ClimateAction,#chorleycouncil #netzeroaccreditation 

📢 Net Zero Business Accreditation case study 👇 🌱 Sustainability in action: GA Pet Foods We’re proud to spotlight the incredible sustainability work being carried out by GA Pet Foods, one of Chorley’s largest employers and a valued local partner. Since receiving their environmental accreditation, GA has continued to lead the way in reducing environmental impact and supporting local climate goals. 💡 Highlights include: • Partnering with Bretherton Parish Council to launch a community-led Net Zero Energy Cooperative. • Cutting energy use by an estimated 3.2 GWh/year through efficiency upgrades. • Planning to install 300 kW of rooftop solar panels and battery storage by 2026. • Achieving a fantastic 99% landfill diversion rate, focusing on recyclable packaging and eliminating single-use items. This is a brilliant example of how local businesses can work hand-in-hand with the community and council to deliver real change. ♻️ 👏 Well done to the team at GA – a great step forward for sustainability in Chorley! 👉 There’s still time for your business to apply to Chorley’s 2025 Accreditation Scheme. Join other forward-thinking businesses making a difference! 📩 More at: chorley.gov.uk/NetZero Applications close 29th July 2025. #makingithappeninchorley #netzero #sustainability #chorleybusiness #ClimateAction #chorleycouncil #netzeroaccreditation

📢 Chorley Council publishes its Annual Report 2024-25! Highlighting another successful year of strong community delivery and continued progress 🙌🌱 Here's just some of the key achievements we’ve delivered this year: Housing where residents can live well 🏡 88 affordable homes delivered, and 17,267 households supported through the Household Support Fund (HSF) 🛠️ 596 handyperson jobs completed 🛑 70% of households prevented from becoming homeless A green and sustainable borough 🗑️ 4 million domestic bin collections completed across the borough 🌳 27,879 trees planted this year 🏞️ Awarded a further two green flag awards for Tatton Recreation ground and Carr Brook linear park, bringing the total to eight green flag awards 🏠 Supported residents with rising home energy costs and over 500 households received energy-saving advice, free home energy kits, and referrals for financial support An enterprising economy with vibrant local centres in urban and rural areas 💼 145 businesses receiving grant funding, totalling over £780,000 📈 310 jobs created through council support and intervention 🎉 14 events attracting over 50,000 visitors Healthy, safe and engaged communities ☕ 14,722 residents welcomed with a warm drink and hot meal at 55 warm spaces 🤝 374 community groups supported and developed via the Communities and Housing service 🎒 16,037 spaces offered through the Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme 🥗 181 adults accessing weight and healthy lifestyle support delivered or commissioned by the council 🧠 1,169 people referred to Social Prescribing, helping connect individuals to non-clinical support to improve wellbeing, achieving a 98% improvement in the Office of National Statistics (ONS) Wellbeing scores 🩺 57% of people supported through Social Prescribing reported fewer GP appointments. Read the full story here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eERNd9i5 #makingithappeninchorley #chorleycounil #annualreport

We are kicking off a series of case studies from businesses across #Chorley who have obtained our Net Zero Business Accreditation. First up: 🌍 Panache Cruises – Sustainability in action! 🚢💚 As part of Chorley Council’s 2025 Net Zero Accredited Business Scheme, Panache Cruises has continued to make strides towards becoming B-Corp certified, aligning with their ambitious ‘Mission 2030’ goals. 🌱 While still a growing business, they’ve partnered with renowned organisations like Quark Expeditions, Lindblad Expeditions, and National Geographic - even receiving expedition gear sponsorship for a Kilimanjaro charity trek! 🏔️👏 Their People & Culture team has also engaged with Chorley Council to explore more ways to support community work and local initiatives. 👉 There’s still time for your business to apply to Chorley’s 2025 Accreditation Scheme. Join other forward-thinking businesses making a difference! 📩 Apply today or find out more at: chorley.gov.uk/NetZero Applications close 29th July 2025. Panache Cruises #makingithappeninchorley #netzero #sustainability #chorleybusiness #ClimateAction #chorleycouncil #netzeroaccreditation