Preston City Council

💌 The July edition of the Prestonian e-newsletter went out earlier this week. Make sure you don't miss the next edition by signing up here: https://lnkd.in/ekHmmcSc

🌉 There was a huge turnout at the Tram Bridge update event today at the Avenham Pavilion café. Thank you to everyone who came along to find out more about how the bridge's construction is progressing. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eSE3rDM7

📢 NEWS: The Tram Bridge project is 'on track' as key design details are revealed including the final colour palette for the bridge and its decking. Read more and view further CGIs here: https://lnkd.in/emxwZV-j

♻️ Citywide Recycling Push: Preston City Council, Beyondly and RECOUP join forces to Increase Recycling and Tackle Contamination. The campaign that took place during September to December 2024 saw an 11-tonne increase in plastic, glass and cans collected in 2024/25 in comparison to 2023/24. The city also recorded fewer crew-reported contaminants such as general rubbish and plastic bags in recycling bins, an encouraging sign that consistent messaging is paying off. Read more and find out how you can support recycling in Preston: https://lnkd.in/dujcz-qK

Work for Preston City Council 💼 We currently have an array job vacancies! 🌟 Fantastic perks with the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexi time, and hybrid work options (role depending). Take a look: All job vacancies: https://lnkd.in/epsg-5Em 🔸Technical Officer (Parking), closing date - 16 July Salary: £32,654 to £34,314 per annum 🔸Trainee Customer Service Advisor, closing date - 20 July Salary: £24,404 to £27,269 per annum pro rata 🔸Technical Officer (Electrical Services), closing date - 20 July Salary: £37,938 to £39,513 per annum 🔸(Trainee)(Senior) Environmental Health Technician, closing date - 21 July Salary: £27,711 to £35,745 per annum 🔸HGV Waste Collection Driver, closing date - 21 July Salary: £25,992 to £27,269 per annum (plus Market Supplement of £1,719 per annum) 🔸Rough Sleeper Outreach Caseworker, closing date - 27 July, Salary: £30,060 to £31,586 per annum pro rata 🔸Insurance Manager, closing date¬ - 27 July Salary: £37,938 to £39,513 per annum pro rata 🔸Revenues Officer (NNDR), closing date - 28 July Salary: £25,992 to £27,269 per annum 🔸Electoral Support Assistant closing date - 28 July Salary: £25,992 to £27,269 per annum 🔸Revenues Apprentice (Business Rates), closing date - 6 August Salary: £23,656 to £24,027 per annum 🔸Corporate GIS Officer, closing date - 15 August Salary: £37,938 to £39,513 per annum

🆕 Plans for Regeneration of St John’s Shopping Centre and Tithebarn Gateway 🗣️ A two-day consultation event will take place on 18 July and 19 July between 10am – 2pm. The public consultation will be held at Retail Unit 17 in St John’s Shopping Centre (Post code, PR1 1FB) where you will be able to take a further look at the plans and ask members of the design team any questions you may have. https://lnkd.in/enBTNfgk

📣 Introducing the #WorkWell service to sole traders, self employed and small businesses 💡 WorkWell is a funded service that is here to support people living with a health condition and struggling to stay in work. ➡️ This is a free, voluntary and completely confidential service available to: ✔️ Self employed people managing health concerns, illness, stress, or even burnout while trying to keep your business running ✔️ A small business with staff who may need support to manage a health condition or a disability ✔️ An employee who is struggling with a health concern and needs advice. 🙂 We are here to provide support by combining expert #advice, #coaching and links to helpful local #services. 💬 If you have any questions, would like a referral for support, or just need to find out more, contact Alison or Alina at Selnet on 01772 200 690 and speak confidentially or email opportunities@selnet-uk.com and ask about the WorkWell project. ➡️ Find out more through the Selnet webpage here: https://lnkd.in/g-8xEGMa ➡️ To refer yourself for support click here: https://tally.so/r/wQW0el ℹ️ WorkWell is a Lancashire and South Cumbria partnership project, commissioned by the DWP & Department for Health & Social Care. #ukspf #workwell #preston #soletrader #selfemployed #sme cc: Preston City Council LSC VCFSE Alliance Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Alina Belousova Kerry Stevens Ve Bennett Beanstalk Skills Academy CIC LANCASHIRE COMMUNITY FINANCE TRUST LIMITED Preston North End Community and Education Trust

📢 Big news for Preston 🏛️ After a £19M transformation, The Harris will officially reopen its doors on Sunday, 28 September 2025! The much loved museum is set to welcome even more visitors with exciting new exhibitions, learning spaces a café, shop and a refreshed library service, all housed in a beautifully restored landmark at the heart of the city. Councillor Anna Hindle, Cabinet Member for Culture and Arts at Preston City Council said: “The reopening of The Harris marks a proud and exciting moment for the city of Preston. This incredible transformation will not only safeguard our heritage but also create a vibrant, inclusive space that inspires creativity, learning and connection for generations to come.” Read all about it here: https://lnkd.in/eArRhgYb Lancashire County Council The National Lottery Heritage Fund Arts Council England

NEWS: Activities to help and support Prestonians and local businesses across a range of programmes is being funded via UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Our goal is to deliver a wide-reaching and impactful programme of activities that will build pride of place in Preston and increase life chances in the city, in line with the overall goals of the UKSPF. This will be delivered via three investment priorities, as defined by Government: >Communities and Place >Supporting local business >People and skills Read more about the full programme: https://lnkd.in/eekaSKhq #ukspf

⭐ Congratulation to our planning team who were highly commended for their work on the Animate entertainment complex. The new Animate complex was nominated for two awards at the Royal Town Planning Institute’s Regional Awards for Planning Excellence 2025, 'Excellence in Planning for a Successful Economy’ and ‘Excellence in Planning for Heritage and Culture’. The Judges felt that this was a 'strong submission' and were 'impressed by the high-profile names attracted as occupiers of these units'. They also commented that: "Animate is an excellent example of Local Authority led regeneration within a city centre which will transform the success of the city centre, generating sustained economic growth, delivering of social value, and environmental benefits."