Business invited to take part in LCC budget consultation

Businesses in Lancashire have been invited to take part in a public consultation to support shaping the county council's next budget.

The consultation involves a short online survey on priorities to help protect the services residents and businesses rely on.  

The county council currently expects it will need to save about £79m to make sure essential services can continue to be delivered. As part of that process, the council has invited businesses to have their say.

Councillor Stephen Atkinson, leader of Lancashire County Council, said: "We're asking people to take a few minutes to complete the survey, as their feedback will help inform the proposals considered by councillors. 

"We know household budgets are under pressure, and local government is facing a difficult financial position with demand for services rising significantly. 

"We are working hard to make sure every pound of taxpayers' money is spent wisely, and hearing what matters most to people will help us make the right choices. 

"We remain committed to making this council the best in the country and delivering high-quality services for Lancashire.  

"Every response to the consultation will help us plan for a better Lancashire for residents and businesses." 

The final budget will be decided at a meeting of the full council on 25 February 2027. 

Find out more and have your say by visiting Planning the council's budget - Lancashire County Council