Council news

West Lindsey District Council publishes Draft Statement of Accounts

West Lindsey District Council has thanked its staff, suppliers, and partners, who have provided paperwork and documentation that has enabled them to publish the authority’s Draft Statement of Accounts on time to meet the new, earlier deadline of 31 May.

31 May 2023

Council continues fight to safeguard £300 million investment at RAF Scampton as government changes proposals for the site

Following a ministerial decision last week, West Lindsey District Council has been advised by the Home Office that the asylum proposal for RAF Scampton has changed.

26 May 2023

The new Chairman and Vice-chairman of West Lindsey District Council

New chairman ‘honoured’ to take on civic role

A councillor who has served his local community for more than two decades has been appointed as the new Chairman of West Lindsey District Council.

26 May 2023

Latest news on RAF Scampton

West Lindsey District Council has put measures in place to take necessary legal action against the Home Office as it remains committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing RAF Scampton, for the long-term sustainable benefit of its communities.

29 March 2023

Council moves to list significant heritage asset as it considers all legal options to protect the future of RAF Scampton

West Lindsey District Council says ‘enough is enough’ as it files an application to Historic England to list the former Officers’ Mess building at RAF Scampton.

24 March 2023

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Happy birthday to the Lincolnshire Wolds!

During 2023, the Lincolnshire Wolds is celebrating its 50th anniversary as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and it’s an ideal opportunity to discover more about this protected, living, working and thriving landscape!

15 March 2023

Behind the Business: Meet Clare from CLK Books

Clare Kendall is an award-winning bookkeeper based in Lincolnshire. She takes the hassle out of your everyday accounting so that you can get on with what you do best – running your business.

15 March 2023

Ministers are being urged to remove former RAF Scampton site from its list of places for an asylum centre

West Lindsey District Council is ‘shocked and concerned’ after the Home Office confirmed this week that the site is one of a number of sites being assessed for their suitability to accommodate asylum seekers.

10 March 2023

Council backs budget plans to invest in services and communities in West Lindsey

West Lindsey District Council’s has revealed exciting capital investment plan totaling £31 million to support its vision for the district and the people it serves.

7 March 2023

Council appoints a development partner to deliver a prosperous and sustainable future for RAF Scampton

A landmark deal has been agreed which will see West Lindsey District Council purchase the former RAF Scampton site from the Ministry of Defence. And in a back-to-back arrangement the Council will transfer ownership to its new development partner.

6 March 2023

140,000 illegal cigarettes seized during multi-agency raids in Gainsborough.

A total of 140,000 illegal cigarettes have been seized following raids on three stores and a residential property in Gainsborough.

6 March 2023

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Major refurbishment of Nettleham Methodist Church completed

West Lindsey District Council’s Building Control team has been working alongside Lincolnshire-based construction company Gelder Group, to undertake the refurbishment of Nettleham Methodist Church.

28 February 2023

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Last chance to sign up for FREE business support

West Lindsey businesses are urged to sign up for an incredible opportunity to receive up to 12 hours of business support for free.

24 February 2023