Blackpool South MP Chris Webb says £20 million pounds of Government cash will help towards building an entertainments arena for the town.
The money will be used to encourage developers to come up with plans for the 15,000 seater stadium on the Central Car park.
Andy Mitchell has been finding out more from Chris Webb......
"Pink Pound" goes from strength to strength
Much has been written about the power of "the pink pound" in Blackpool over recent years. That's the money spent on the night time economy by members of the LGBT community.
Reoragnisation option chosen
Lancashire will be split up into four new council areas when the county’s 15 existing local authorities are abolished in less than two years’ time, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) understands.
Hundreds of hazardous counterfeit toys seized
Hazardous counterfeit toys have been being seized from shops across Blackpool.
MP Chris Webb confident of finally landing £20m for South Shore
Blackpool’s South Shore could be set for a £20 million investment after consistent lobbying by MP Chris Webb.
Firm Favourites in New Show
Two of Blackpool's most famous drag queens are back together for the season in a brand new show on Central Pier.
Eight Blackpool parks earn prestigious Green Flag Award
A record number of Blackpool parks have earned a Green Flag Award.
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