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Wigan Council Funds Documentary Showcasing Local Band's Journey

12/14/2025

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Wigan Council will fund a documentary about the Manchester band The Lottery Winners, engaging 22 young people.
The project aligns with the band's May homecoming at Leigh.
Ten young people will meet industry leaders to produce a Leigh-based film about growing up.
The documentary will capture touring experiences and be shown at festivals, with funding reinvested in Leigh.
Wigan Council supports local arts with grants for young filmmakers.

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Story summary

Wigan Council will fund a documentary about the Manchester band The Lottery Winners, engaging 22 young people.
The project aligns with the band's May homecoming at Leigh.
Ten young people will meet industry leaders to produce a Leigh-based film about growing up.
The documentary will capture touring experiences and be shown at festivals, with funding reinvested in Leigh.
Wigan Council supports local arts with grants for young filmmakers.