Lancashire in the news now over local council budget cuts and NHS funding gaps hitting services hard. Population: historic ceremonial county in NW England; bordered by Cumbria, Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside.
Two men have been found guilty of murder and related offences for abusing Preston Davey, the baby they adopted in Blackpool. Over four months, he suffered physical and sexual abuse, resulting in his death. Preston’s mother, Sarah Davey, has a separate murder conviction dating back to 1998. Sentencing is due.
Nigel Dewale, a 60-year-old from Lancashire, was sentenced for sending racist messages on TikTok during last year's Women's European Championship. He received a suspended sentence, a football ban, and a curfew. The case highlights ongoing issues of online abuse in sports.