There are around 1,300 spaces like Kilmory Community Centre in Bispham keeping people out of the cold. But their future is far from secure and their reason for existing in the first place points to a failure of government and politicians.

Chris Webb is heavy favourite to be re-elected in Blackpool South with a tight contest for second place, while Blackpool North and Cleveleys will see Labour hope to claim the seat from the Conservatives

Police have released details of charges to three men in Blackpool after town centre disorder from the far-right

Ethan Miles, 21, has been jailed for 30 months for his part in the events of 3 August

From swathes of new housing to Talbot Gateway there's billions being pumped into the town - we look at where and what impact it is having

Private rentals in Blackpool and the growing mould problems

The Blackpool Lead is teaming up with The Gazette and Shelter Lancashire to host the chance of you to quiz those seeking to be your MP on 4 July

Belle's situation has triggered a review into the lack of wheelchair-friendly taxis available in Blackpool

The space, at Layton Library in Blackpool, will be officially opened tomorrow (21 August)

Webb believes more appropriate accommodation than the hotel chain named worst in the UK for 11 consecutive years should be found