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Lancashire Council Faces Backlash Over Vale View Closure Review

11/6/2025

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Lancashire County Council is reviewing ten care facilities, including five residential homes and five day centres, under its Adult Social Care Review.
The council seeks public input on the closure of Vale View day centre.
The Vale View consultation will end in February 2026.
Opposition members say the process is rushed and note outdated building condition surveys from five years ago.
Campaigners argue Vale View is essential for community support.

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Story summary

Lancashire County Council is reviewing ten care facilities, including five residential homes and five day centres, under its Adult Social Care Review.
The council seeks public input on the closure of Vale View day centre.
The Vale View consultation will end in February 2026.
Opposition members say the process is rushed and note outdated building condition surveys from five years ago.
Campaigners argue Vale View is essential for community support.