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Lancashire schools reported a record number of suspensions in the autumn term last year, new figures show.

Schools report record number of suspensions - including 585 under 11s

Capernwray Hall.

Historic country hall turned missionary centre removed from ‘at risk’ register

A devolution deal is being signed today in Lancashire

Historic devolution deal to be signed in Lancashire today by minister

Dr,.Adam Janjua (right) says it is vital the exodus of experienced GPs is stopped

'Honest conversation' needed with patients about what GPs can do, doctor says

The Manchester-based band Courteeners are the first headliner to be announced for Lytham Festival 2024

Manchester-based band Courteeners to headline Lytham Festival 2024

Ten years' worth of pothole repair cash has been laid out for Lancashire

Lancashire gets pothole-filling boost from axed HS2 cash

A posed image simulating a child being bullied.

Thousands of Lancashire parents unhappy over school bullying - here's what to do

Myerscough College has shut down five of its six campuses in response to strike action being called. Photo: Google Street View

Strikes over low pay to go ahead at college

Thomas Brown, Mallowdale Farm, Roeburndale, c.1900. Mr Brown is pictured using the double horse mowing machine. Clearly visible is the complex harness system required when using two horses in this way. Picture courtesy of David Kenyon.

Make hay while the sun shines was vital work on village farms

Fenwick’s Christmas Window for 2023 is now available to view. Photo: National World.

The magic of Narnia hits Fenwick’s famous Christmas Window

A newborn baby in the maternity ward at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey on May 22, 2020 in Frimley, United Kingdom. (Stock Image. Credit: Steve Parsons - Pool/Getty Images)

Bereaved families call for inquiry into NHS maternity services

Dozens of modern witches are living in Lancaster, according to the latest census figures. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA

Halloween 2023: Dozens of witches and Satanists living in Lancaster

Morecambe boxer Nelson Birchall flexes his muscles before his professional debut in a match in December.

Morecambe boxer to make professional debut in match at Bolton Stadium

There is a yellow warning of fog affecting North West England on Wednesday morning (October 25). Photo by ROMAN PILIPEY/AFP via Getty Images

Yellow weather warning for fog issued across Lancashire: what does this mean?

The Met Office have issued yellow weather warnings as heavy downpours and strong winds are set to hit as part of Storm Babet.

Here's how long Storm Babet will be battering district

The researchers analysed data from 365 hospitals (Image: Adobe/NationalWorld/Kim Mogg)

167,000 people caught Covid in hospital during England's second wave

A general view of scaffolding at Balbardie Primary School on September 04, 2023 in Bathgate, Scotland, after its buildings were found to contain RAAC. Credit: Getty Images

43 more schools found to have crumbly RAAC concrete

Some of the cast of Carousel by Rogers and Hammerstein which was presented by Lancaster's Red Rose Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society at the Grand Theatre.

40 pictures bring back memories of theatre through the decades

Ex-England captain Sir Alastair Cook announces retirement from professional cricket.

Former England captain Sir Alastair Cook announces retirement

The Met Office said a cold snap is on its way, with large parts of the UK experiencing heavy rain and snow on the mountains.

Rain to batter UK as cold snap arrives - including first frost

Northern has issued a warning to hen, stag and sten parties as it launches 75%-off in the ‘groups winter sale’. Image: Getty/Northern

Northern issues a warning to hen, stag and sten parties

One package was found on the Isle of Wight (Image: National Crime Agency)

A significant amount of cocaine has washed up on England's south coast

Parts of the UK will experience highs of 26C this weekend, with experts describing the October autumn weather as "unusual". (Credit: Getty Images)

Scotland hit with amber flood warnings as 'heatwave' approaches south

Specialist Care Team collects the Gold Standards Framework accreditation at Manchester on September 29. Pictured from left: Lisa Mulvaney, area manager; Heather Wood, branch manager; Julie Murray, registered manager; Anthony Murray, development director; Emma Woodend, home care manager; and Lily Penrose, care manager.

Palliative care team recognised as top community care provider

The Armour of Light by Ken Follett

The Armour of Light by Ken Follett: book review

Strikes have been conducted by various NHS staff members including consultants, junior doctors, nurses, and ambulance workers. Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA

Thousands of patients have ops cancelled as NHS strikes rumble on

Mazuma Stadium, Morecambe.

No Shrimps fans arrested during matches last season

The Lancaster housing protest at Morecambe Town Hall.

Protest calls for answers after flats are sold off as part of estate refurb

The rate of hospital discharge delays is down, but some people are still not leaving the wards as soon as they should

The most common reasons for hospital discharge delays across Lancashire

The RNLI has warned that conditions around coasts could be treacherous as Storm Agnes prepares to hit the country. (Credit: Getty Images)

UK braces as Storm Agnes prepares for landfall

The Snug micropub at Carnforth railway station.

Station micropub one of best places for train travellers to grab a pint

Pedestrians walk past a branch of a NatWest bank in London.

36 more bank branches to close across UK next year - full list

Liam Payne has been forced to cancel upcoming tour dates after being rushed to hospital

Girlfriend of Liam Payne gives important health update

Millions to miss out on Covid booster as NHS slashes eligibility

39% of children can't see a dentist - and it's worse for adults

Met Office issue yellow weather warning for heavy rain & flooding

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain in the north west

Yellow weather warning for heavy rain issued for Tuesday and Wednesday

Lancaster University researchers have contributed to a major report which highlights how a failure to address childhood inequality is creating a “conveyor belt of disadvantage.”

Report highlights educational inequalities facing children in north

Much of the UK will see more rainy days to come, the Met Office has said.

Met Office: More rain in store before warmer weather returns

The M6

M6 officially rated as the worst motorway in the country

A woman wears a face mask while walking on Oxford Street.

Pirola: Why scientists are concerned about the new Covid variant

Leaked database reveals EA FC 24 player ratings

Freddie Flintoff to make TV return months after Top Gear crash

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are set to batter Lancashire (Credit: Rodrigo Souza)

Lancashire hit by thunderstorms and heavy rain as weather warning issued

Yellow weather warnings in place for thunderstorms in the UK

England v Argentina: How to watch on TV, kick off time