Chorley A&E campaigners call for rethink over reopening after medics warn of "dangerous" decision + This is why KFC is closed at Preston Docks and when it will reopen

	Nov 2, 2020

	Good afternoon, After a tumultuous weekend in which we learned we are all locked down from Thursday, the skies have opened and areas around Lancashire have been battling flooding. For all the latest please follow our live blog. If you are unsure what the new lockdown entails we have shared all the information you need to know. In other news, a body has been found in the search for a missing man. Preston's Council leader has accused the government of 'incompetence'. And have explained why KFC is closed at Preston Docks following many inquiries. Meanwhile, campaigners say a new road layout in Preston is not suitable for all users. And Kate Garraway's Lancashire born husband has spoken for the first time since being admitted to hospital with Covid seven months ago. For all of this plus latest breaking news please head to lep.co.uk As always we ask, if you can support us as a local business and subscribe, you are helping ensure the future of sustainable local journalism. We make those extra calls, check those facts and are based right here in your community - unlike many others. We will of course be supporting other local business and communities throughout. If you have a story - email me on nicola.adam@jpimedia.co.uk Have a happy and safe Monday, Nicola Adam, deputy editor


	Chorley A&E campaigners call for rethink over reopening after medics warn of "dangerous" decision

	Campaigners who have spent more than four years calling for the round-the-clock reopening of Chorley and South Ribble A&E say that this week’s part-time reinstatement of the service should be postponed.

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