Central Radio News from Thursday, April 16th, 2026

Transport body responds to Preston bus firm’s cap withdrawal

Preston Bus passengers will no longer be able to enjoy £1 travel on more than half a dozen of the firm’s services after it announced it was withdrawing from a scheme that capped fares for some off-peak journeys.
Blackpool MP declares victory after as asylum seekers to leave Metropole Hotel

Blackpool South MP Chris Webb has declared victory after he was given personal Home Office confirmation that asylum seekers are to leave the town’s Metropole Hotel by July.
Vast majority of primary pupils get preferred school placement

More than 98% of Lancashire children starting primary school in September have been offered a place at one of their three preferred primary schools.
‘Vital’ Fleetwood to Knott End ferry service to remain operating

The Fleetwood to Knott End ferry will continue after a deal was struck to keep the service operating.