That this House celebrates Lancaster Day and recognises the city’s rich history, heritage and cultural contribution to the North West and the United Kingdom; notes that Lancaster’s museums, galleries and cultural institutions play a vital role in preserving local history, supporting education, attracting visitors and strengthening community pride; welcomes the award of £94,056 from the Government’s Arts Everywhere Fund to Lancaster City Museum to preserve local heritage and improve visitor experiences; recognises that arts and cultural spaces are at the heart of communities, bringing people together and showcasing what makes places unique and special; further welcomes the Government’s commitment to supporting cultural institutions and ensuring that heritage assets remain accessible to future generations; and commends the efforts of staff, volunteers, local organisations and residents who contribute to the cultural life of Lancaster, helping to ensure that the city’s history and identity continue to thrive.

That this House celebrates Lancaster Day and recognises the city’s rich history, heritage and cultural contribution to the North West and the United Kingdom; notes that Lancaster’s museums, galleries and cultural institutions play a vital role in preserving local history, supporting education, attracting visitors and strengthening community pride; welcomes the...

That this House celebrates the success of the Wild Roots Nature Fest, held from 6 to 14 June 2026 across Lancaster district; notes that the festival’s theme, Reconnecting with our wild roots, encourages people of all ages to step away from screens and reconnect with the natural environment; recognises the importance of access to nature for physical health, mental wellbeing, learning and community cohesion; welcomes the wide range of activities on offer, including guided walks, wildlife experiences and family-friendly events that enable residents and visitors alike to explore and appreciate local green spaces; commends the organisers, volunteers, environmental groups and community partners whose efforts have made the festival possible; further recognises the rich biodiversity and natural heritage of Lancaster district; and encourages continued support for initiatives that promote environmental awareness, outdoor recreation and engagement with the natural world.

That this House celebrates the success of the Wild Roots Nature Fest, held from 6 to 14 June 2026 across Lancaster district; notes that the festival’s theme, Reconnecting with our wild roots, encourages people of all ages to step away from screens and reconnect with the natural environment; recognises the...

That this House notes Lancaster City Council’s longstanding custom of admitting new Freemen and Freewomen of the city; further notes that traditionally the honour of becoming a Freeman or Freewoman carried a number of privileges including the right to pasture a limited number of beasts on the Marsh, to enter the city free from the payment of tolls and also to bring goods through toll gates for sale at the Lancaster Market; observes that whilst nowadays the role carries few rights, this remains popular amongst those who are proud of their heritage; and congratulates all those who have been admitted as Freemen and Freewomen in 2025 including Liam Birkett, Alexander Stuart Gibson, Christopher Michael Gibson, Daniel Owen Greene, Edwina Greenfield, William James Holland, Darren Hunt, Arthur Samuel Jones, Edwina Jones, Andrew Martin Kay, Thomas Layfield, Christine Pearcy, Tony Pearcy, Duncan Leslie Moore, Jamie Luke Mason-Milward, Kimberley Maria Mason-Milward, Gillian Mawby, Peter Mawby, Andrew Ian Robertson, Mark Sarjent, Amy Louise Stanning, Tim John Tomlinson, Graham Michael White, Michael Joseph White, Ben Wilkinson, and Paul Michael Wilkinson.

That this House notes Lancaster City Council’s longstanding custom of admitting new Freemen and Freewomen of the city; further notes that traditionally the honour of becoming a Freeman or Freewoman carried a number of privileges including the right to pasture a limited number of beasts on the Marsh, to enter...

That this House congratulates Holm coffee shop in Lancaster on serving its Nordic style coffee in the city centre for five years; notes that opening up just weeks before the first lockdown was not a easy start for a small local business; further notes that despite a challenging start the favourite of coffee and cake lovers in Lancaster city centre mean it has grown from strength to strength, recently expanding premises and collaborating with other small businesses in Lancaster; and wishes Josh Cannings and his team all the very best for the future.

That this House congratulates Holm coffee shop in Lancaster on serving its Nordic style coffee in the city centre for five years; notes that opening up just weeks before the first lockdown was not a easy start for a small local business; further notes that despite a challenging start the...

That this House congratulates the Olive Branch Foodbank in Lancaster on their 20th year of dedicated service to the local community and living out their Christian faith in serving those in need; thanks them for their invaluable support to individuals and families facing food insecurity, addiction and homelessness; recognises their tireless efforts to combat poverty and provide dignity and hope to those in need; pays tribute to the remarkable staff, volunteers, and supporters who have made this milestone possible; and commends the Olive Branch for this milestone and wishes them success in their aims of sharing the love of Jesus and combatting food poverty.

That this House congratulates the Olive Branch Foodbank in Lancaster on their 20th year of dedicated service to the local community and living out their Christian faith in serving those in need; thanks them for their invaluable support to individuals and families facing food insecurity, addiction and homelessness; recognises their...

That this House congratulates Lancaster, Morecambe and District Fairtrade Group on their 20th Anniversary; thanks them for their dedication and ambition in promoting Fairtrade across our community as one of the most effective ways of combatting poverty across the globe; recognises their achievements over the last twenty years, bringing communities together through regular Fairtrade events, notably Fairtrade Fortnight and raising awareness surrounding the injustices that exist in international trading and promoting ethical trading standards locally; pays tribute to amazing volunteers and organisers; praises Lancaster, Morecambe and District Fairtrade Group for twenty years of hard-work and commitment; and wishes them continued success and longevity.

That this House congratulates Lancaster, Morecambe and District Fairtrade Group on their 20th Anniversary; thanks them for their dedication and ambition in promoting Fairtrade across our community as one of the most effective ways of combatting poverty across the globe; recognises their achievements over the last twenty years, bringing communities...

That this House congratulates Nichola and Jeff Marshall, directors for Now Or Never restaurant in Lancaster and their whole team after winning Restaurant of the Year at the Lancaster Business Awards; thanks Now or Never for providing a unique, fine dining experience to the city thus boosting the Lancaster night time economy; pays tribute to Nichola and Jeff as small business owners for first opening a hugely successful brunch spot Journey Social and then expanding their horizons by opening Now or Never earlier this year, both venues are deeply valued by the Lancaster community; and wishes them every success in the future.

That this House congratulates Nichola and Jeff Marshall, directors for Now Or Never restaurant in Lancaster and their whole team after winning Restaurant of the Year at the Lancaster Business Awards; thanks Now or Never for providing a unique, fine dining experience to the city thus boosting the Lancaster night...