Political Control
Since the foundation of the council in 1973 political control of the council has been held by the following parties:
| Party in control | Years |
|---|---|
| Conservative | 1973–1995 |
| Labour | 1995–1999 |
| No overall control | 1999–2007 |
| Conservative | 2007–present |
Read more about this topic: South Ribble Local Elections
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