Latest news from Bolton Council including updates on our response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Remembering those who have suffered
The Leader of Bolton Council, Cllr David Greenhalgh, reflects upon the past year of the pandemic and the effect upon local people.
As the anniversary of the first lockdown announcement approaches, we remember all those who have passed away, have suffered, and are still suffering from coronavirus (COVID-19).
During this time of reflection about the past year there are several opportunities for us all to share memories of loved ones we have lost or are still suffering, share our thoughts about recovering from the virus, and our hopes for the future.
Residents are invited to join us in remembrance of lives lost by lighting a candle on March 23.
#DoYourBit – businesses urged to show full support for self- isolating workers
Employers across Greater Manchester are being asked to do the right thing and encourage their employees to get a test and self-isolate when needed to stop the spread of coronavirus.
As national lockdown restrictions are eased of the coming weeks, business leaders and key GM organisations have joined forces to highlight the financial, practical and emotional support available to minimise workers’ worries around any difficulties of self-isolating.
The Growth Company Business Growth Hub is encouraging GM businesses to #DoYourBit and support workers who need to self-isolate.
Find out more on the Business Bolton website.
A666 weekend closure for emergency repair work
A section of Blackburn Road (A666) outside Dunscar Business Park will be closed this weekend (Saturday 20 and Sunday March 21) for emergency repair work.
The work is required to repair damage caused by a burst water main.
The closure will be in place all weekend with the road scheduled to reopen on Monday morning (March 22).
Drivers are urged to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
Council service continues to provide valuable support to hundreds of families during the pandemic
Staff from Bolton Council’s Youth Service have gone the extra mile to ensure valuable support is provided to families during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The play and youth team has continued to support some of the most vulnerable families and children despite lockdown restrictions.
Public to shape Health Centre plans in Horwich
Residents are being urged to have their say in Horwich on proposed plans to bring forward the development of a new Health and Wellbeing Hub with a circa 170-space car park next to the New Leisure Centre, on Victoria Road in the Town Centre.
NHS Bolton, Bolton CCG and Bolton Council are seeking the views of the Horwich community on the proposal to relocate GP services to a new Hub.
Plans will put Rock Hall at centre of Farnworth community
A rejuvenated Rock Hall will feature a community café and a wedding venue as plans to restore the popular Farnworth landmark take a significant step forward.
Bolton Council has made the future of Rock Hall a major priority, with discussions in 2020 leading to Banana Enterprise Network expressing an interest in taking on the building.
Improvements to make roads safer and more accessible starts in town centre
Work to make roads around Bolton Interchange safer starts next week.
Improvements will take place to create a new Bolton Rail Station dop off / pick up facility.