https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:33:49 +0000 Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:33:49 +0000 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2135/bolton-primary-school-gets-active-for-accreditation Staff and pupils at a Bolton school are celebrating after becoming the first in the area to be recognised for their outstanding efforts to encourage children to walk, cycle or wheel to school. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:14:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2134/put-big-light-on-2026-set-to-illuminate-bolton-this-november Experience Bolton’s FREE winter light art festival and enjoy four unforgettable nights of spectacular illuminated installations, captivating performances, and immersive experiences for all ages. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:24:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2133/it-is-time-to-get-your-flu-jab Bolton’s health professionals are calling on those eligible to get their free flu vaccination as soon as possible as influenza cases start to rise in the colder Winter months. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:22:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2132/have-your-say-on-where-bolton-s-new-homes-and-jobs-will-go Residents, businesses and community groups are being asked for their views on the Bolton Local Plan, which sets out where new homes, jobs and infrastructure will go in the borough up to 2042 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:17:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2131/four-new-assistant-coroners-appointed-in-bolton-for-greater-manchester-west The coronial area of Greater Manchester West announces that after an open competition, the Lady Chief Justice and Chief Coroner have approved the appointment of four new assistant coroners Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:11:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2130/bolton-council-secures-future-of-town-centre-car-parks Motorists visiting Bolton Town Centre can continue to park hassle-free after the council stepped in to secure the long-term future of the area’s carparks. Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:10:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2129/list-of-licensed-firework-displays-announced People are being encouraged to enjoy the thrill of Bonfire Night at one of Bolton’s officially authorised celebrations, as Bolton Council urges people not to organise unlicensed events. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:01:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2126/stand-up-to-hate-crime-in-bolton Bolton residents are urged to stand up to hate crime during National Hate Crime Awareness Week (10-17 October). Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2127/week-of-action-as-one-third-of-pension-credits-go-unclaimed A week of action will challenge common misconceptions about Pension Credit, as government estimates show 35% of eligible pensioners are not claiming their full entitlement. Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2128/illegal-cigarettes-and-vapes-seized-in-successful-operation-machinize-crackdown Bolton Council's trading standards team has helped remove illegal tobacco and vaping products from sale as part of Operation Machinize, Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:31:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2125/bolton-grandparents-reveal-support-that-changed-children-s-lives-at-kinship-zone-launch Grandparents and family carers shared powerful stories of how support is helping transform children's lives as Bolton officially launched its new Kinship Zone at a special event in the Town Hall Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:53:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2124/town-centre-travel-changes-on-the-way Work is set to start on high quality, safe and attractive walking and cycling improvements in Bolton town centre, after Bolton Council secured over £5m of funding. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:31:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2123/bolton-takes-the-spotlight-once-again-for-milestone-10th-international-film-festival Filmmakers and enthusiasts gathered at The Light Cinema, Market Place Bolton last night to celebrate the launch of the 10th edition of the Bolton International Film Festival. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:50:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2121/elephants-pack-up-their-trunks-and-move Bolton’s iconic elephants have officially returned to their original position on Newport Street. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:20:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2122/council-on-target-with-bowling-green-improvements Bowls players can look forward to better games after Bolton Council revealed it is working to improve a number of greens across the town. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:23:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2120/bolton-celebrates-world-tourism-day-with-four-new-itineraries-to-explore-the-borough Bolton is celebrating World Tourism Day on Sunday 27 September by showcasing the fantastic attractions, heritage, countryside, food and leisure experiences waiting to be discovered across the borough. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2119/new-fund-announced-to-help-local-private-hire-drivers-switch-to-cleaner-vehicles Locally licensed private hire drivers across Greater Manchester can now apply for grants of up to £2,500 to help them switch to cleaner vehicles. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:17:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2118/let-s-quit-smoking-together-this-stoptober Stoptober is back, encouraging smokers across Bolton to take the first step towards a healthier, smokefree future. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:36:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2117/counterfeit-cigarettes-and-unsafe-toys-seized-during-operation-avro-crackdown Thousands of illicit cigarettes, tobacco and unsafe children's toys were seized by Bolton Council during Operation Avro, a multi-agency day of action. Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:37:00 +0100 https://www.bolton.gov.uk/news/article/2116/council-welcomes-extra-funding-to-improve-roads Bolton Council is getting to grips with road maintenance after welcoming major additional funding from the Mayor of Greater Manchester. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:45:00 +0100