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The Fylde Picture

The Fylde Picture

By: Nigel Smith
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Summary

The Fylde Picture (previously The Bigger Picture) brings you the stories shaping life across Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and the surrounding areas.

Presented by individuals with learning disabilities, and or Autism, this current affairs podcast from Tune-Ability takes a closer look at the local news, developments and decisions that matter to our communities.

From council decisions and major developments to local businesses, community projects, entertainment and events, we explore what's happening, why it matters and how it could affect the people who live and work here.

With clear, factual reporting and easy-to-follow explanations, The Fylde Picture aims to keep everyone informed, without complicated language or unnecessary jargon.

We also welcome local businesses, organisations and community groups who would like to share their stories, be featured on the programme or support our work.

To get involved, email tuneability@onefylde.org.

The Fylde Picture. Local stories. A wider view.

Produced by the inclusive and award-winning Tune-Ability, giving people with learning disabilities and autism a voice through radio and podcasting.

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Episodes
  • Breaking Barriers: A Blackpool Teenager's Big Idea
    Nov 13 2026

    Join John Goodall, Sian Edmunds and Tom Garratt for another edition of The Fylde Picture, bringing you the latest news and developments from Blackpool, Fylde and the surrounding areas.

    This episode, we look at a major change to the government's plans for Lancashire's councils, the latest developments in Blackpool's adult social care services, and a difficult decision facing the town over its coastal defences.

    There's also news from St Annes, including the return of a popular seaside event and recognition for local sporting achievements.

    Elsewhere, we explore concerns surrounding contaminated allotments in Thornton and plans to protect one of the area's best known historic landmarks.

    And finally, Tom brings us an inspiring story about a young Blackpool student who's using artificial intelligence to help people with sight loss, alongside a look at how similar technology is opening up new opportunities for presenters at Tune-Ability.

    The Fylde Picture. Local stories. A wider view.

    Produced by the inclusive and award-winning Tune-Ability, giving people with learning disabilities and autism opportunities to share their voices through radio and podcasting.

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    19 mins
  • Wind Farms, Culture and the Future of the Fylde Coast
    Oct 27 2026

    In this edition of The Fylde Picture, John Goodall and Sian Edmunds bring you the latest news and developments from Blackpool, Fylde and the surrounding areas.

    John begins with a major update on the Morgan and Morecambe offshore wind farm dispute, as Fylde Council decides against taking legal action over the approved cable routes.

    Sian reports on Blackpool reaching the final four in the race to become UK City of Culture 2029, while John looks at new funding to protect the historic Abingdon Street Post Office and plans for the new Southbeach Street Food venue.

    There's also exciting music news, with more big names announced for Lytham Festival 2027.

    Elsewhere, Sian brings us the first results from Fylde's new food waste collections, plans to improve Fleetwood's Marine Hall, and the latest uncertainty surrounding the future of St Annes boating lake.

    And finally, John looks ahead to Preston's Christmas celebrations, including ice skating, festive entertainment and a familiar local name getting involved.

    The Fylde Picture, bringing you the stories shaping our communities.

    Produced by the inclusive and award-winning Tune-Ability.

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    17 mins
  • Britain, Brexit and the Cost of Living
    Oct 22 2026

    In the first episode of The Bigger Picture, Tom Garratt, Sian Edmunds and John Goodall examine some of the biggest issues facing Britain, before turning their attention to news from across the Fylde Coast.

    Sian begins with Britain's changing relationship with the European Union, as questions about closer ties with Europe return to the political agenda.

    Tom looks ahead to the October Budget and the difficult financial decisions facing the government.

    John explores tensions between America, Russia and Ukraine, including the controversial Russian fuel agreement and its wider consequences.

    Tom also examines what uncertainty in global energy markets could mean for household bills this winter.

    Closer to home, Sian reports on Fylde's new food waste collections and the golden-ticket competition, John explains plans to improve the St Annes seawall, and Sian looks at the growing problem of fly-tipping across the borough.

    National headlines, local stories and the facts behind them. Welcome to The Bigger Picture.

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    24 mins
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