Gemma Melling

The board met to review the latest Covid-19 data and trends, and to discuss action that needs to be taken.

Council Leader Cllr Graham Morgan is urging us all to adhere strictly to lockdown rules, if we are to see a significant reduction in infection rates.

Business in Knowsley that have closed due to the third lockdown may be eligible for further financial help from the latest Government grant.

Images of substandard food parcels for children on free school meals are circulating online – but are not representative of what is happening in Knowsley.

Here’s a summary of what was discussed when Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Board met.

Residents who are unable to work from home are being encouraged to get tested before going into the workplace or school environment.

New business grants have been promised by Government – here’s what it means for businesses in Knowsley.

Here’s what you need to know about the rules which must be followed during the national lockdown.

Cllr Graham Morgan has urged everyone in Knowsley to “dig deep” as a new national lockdown comes into effect.

England is to return to a full national lockdown and we are all being asked to stay at home. Find out more.

The funding, from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, will support the second phase of Knowsley Council’s regeneration of Kirkby Town Centre.

Measures have been introduced to allow visits to care homes in Knowsley to take place safely. Read more.

A plan to accelerate the transformation of Huyton Village Centre has been agreed by councillors.

Mexican restaurant chain Taco Bell is the latest big name to confirm it will be opening in Kirkby as part of the council’s town centre redevelopment.

With any updates or changes to the Tier system expected this Thursday, we take a look at Knowsley’s current position and what’s new since the the borough entered Tier 2.

The empty former RSPCA building in Kirkby will be demolished as the redevelopment of Kirkby Town Centre continues.

The borough has begun to receive its allocation of quick-result ‘lateral flow’ Covid-19 tests. Here’s how you could help by getting tested, even without any symptoms.

The Prescot theatre has been given extra support as part of funding designed to protect the UK’s culture and heritage sector from the economic impact of COVID-19.

December has already brought much positive news about the fight against Covid-19… but we must not become complacent, Cllr Morgan warns this week.

Cllrs Graham Morgan and Sean Donnelly were amongst the first in Knowsley to take a SMART test after it was launched in the borough.

Stars are being displayed in windows all over Kirkby as the community comes together to spread a little Christmas cheer.

Christmas lights are shining out in the borough’s town centres as shops, cafes and restaurants prepare to partially reopen when lockdown ends.

Large chunks were taken from the fairway at Bowring Park when someone decided they would not wait until after lockdown to use the course.

Covid may have delayed this year’s awards, but these schools have still been recognised for their outstanding efforts, despite the pandemic.

A time-capsule filled with Liverpool FC memorabilia has been buried at the site of its new Training Centre in Kirkby, to mark the official opening.

With the Covid-19 response meaning new services and new ways of working, Cllr Morgan reflects on how much the council has changed in nine months.

A mass Covid-19 testing pilot begins in Liverpool on Friday. Here’s what you need to know.

With Knowsley in need of more foster carers because of the impact of Covid-19, you’re being asked to consider whether foster caring could be the career for you.

It has been confirmed that gyms will no longer be included in Tier 3 restrictions in Liverpool City Region – and will be allowed to reopen. 

Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, reflects on the current Covid-19 position in Knowsley and the impact of Tier 3 restrictions on the borough.

As one of the areas of the UK with the highest rates of COVID-19, Knowsley is also noting a significant rise in the number of people over 60 testing positive for the virus.

Data which went ‘missing’ but has now been added to official figures means that Knowsley’s true rate of Covid-19 infection is even higher than previously thought.

To address concerns that Covid-19 safety measures are not being enforced in some large stores in Knowsley, Cllr Graham Morgan has written to store managers to remind them of their responsibilities.

Knowsley Council is launching a year-long package of support for high street businesses, delivered by experts at Save The High Street.

Carers looking after vulnerable young people or adults with disabilities in Knowsley are to be given additional payments to cover the costs of caring during Covid.

Ensuring carers in Knowsley are well supported, recognised and valued, is at the heart of a new Carers Strategy being proposed by the council. 

If you need medication, health advice or treatment over the bank holiday weekend, here’s where you can go for help.

The redevelopment of Kirkby Town Centre has taken another step forward, as planning permission goes in for a much-anticipated cinema complex.

Students across Knowsley have today found out which grades they have been awarded in their GCSEs.

Hospitality businesses in Knowsley can help support the NHS Test and Trace programme by recording contact details of staff, customers and visitors.

If you are collecting A Level results today, here’s what you need to know, and where to get advice about next steps.

This week is ‘Shop Local’ week and we’re all being encouraged to support our local retailers.

Despite a very challenging few months, many Knowsley companies are continuing to recruit into key positions. If you’re job hunting, here’s what you need to know.

The online Knowsley Flower Show exhibition goes live this weekend – with hundreds of plants, flowers and favourite views of nature – all submitted by YOU!

Thanks to a ‘Knowsley Better Together’ ethos, the borough’s response to COVID-19 has been swift, effective and robust.

Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Plan sets out a co-ordinated approach to the prevention and management of COVID-19 in the borough.

Earlier this year, you were asked what you’d like to see in Kirkby Town Centre in the future. Here’s what you said – and what the council is going to do about it.

People in Knowsley are being thanked for their cooperation with Covid-19 testing, which is critical as lockdown restrictions are eased further.

We are being reminded of the importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – particularly where there are elderly, unwell or vulnerable residents.

There is a range of support to help prevent you getting into Council Tax debt. Here’s how we can help you avoid arrears and offer support if you are struggling financially.

This summer, you can sign up for a free six week online art course, regardless of your age or experience!

A further £3.3m investment has been confirmed, and images released showing how the new station might look.

This summer holiday, a series of online summer clubs are being offered to children in Knowsley as an alternative to sessions which meet in person. 

If you run a business or employ staff, here’s what you need to know about the NHS test and trace programme – and how you can support its work.

The NHS Test and Trace programme plays a vital role in ensuring that Covid19 cases reduce and the infection stops spreading. Here’s what you need to know.

Here’s what test and trace means for you as an employee – what you need to know and what you are asked to do if you have symptoms of Covid-19.

The first planning application to build family homes as part of the creation of a Garden Village near Whiston, have been approved by councillors in Knowsley.

This summer, the whole family can take part in SNAP (Sports, Nutrition, Active Play) free family activities across Knowsley.

An Outbreak Management Plan is being developed for Knowsley, aimed at effectively containing the COVID-19 virus and reducing its spread in the community.

We set out the facts behind the application to build a new Aldi in Huyton, on the site of the former Huyton Cricket Club.

Vulnerable residents in Stockbridge Village have enjoyed delicious hot meals delivered to their door thanks to a team of school cooks, local councillors and volunteers.

As mental health issues can made worse by the current pandemic, remember – it’s good to talk. If you need someone to turn to, here’s where a listening ear can be found.

A masterplan for an exciting new residential development East of Halewood has been approved by councillors in Knowsley.

Aldi have plans to bring a new supermarket to Huyton – and they want your views on their proposals.

Don’t struggle with mental health issues alone – here are some sources of help and support for people of all ages.

Knowsley Council is welcoming news that the Government has now agreed to fund the cost of free school meals during the forthcoming school summer holidays.

With test and trace being talked about a lot in the news, we explain exactly what it is and what it might mean for you.

Steelworks are now being put in place on site as part of the construction of Kirkby’s new town centre retail development.

Care homes in Knowsley will benefit from a £640,000 fund set up to help them absorb the cost of empty beds during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Here’s how Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team have been working to keep our communities safe this week.

If you are currently unemployed with dreams of becoming a writer, why not register for this free 12 week digital writing course?

The test & trace service aims to help identify, contain and control coronavirus, reducing the spread of the virus and saving lives. Here’s what you need to know.

Our roads – and how we use them – have changed lately – but the importance of teaching children basic road safety remains the same. Find out more.

Eligible children in Knowsley will receive vouchers for free school meals during half term, after Knowsley Council put pressure on Government to fund it.

If you need help as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, Knowsley has an army of volunteers ready to help!

To help to support the council’s response to the Coronavirus outbreak and support vulnerable residents, its Adult Social Care team is providing vital services.

Residents displaying Covid-19 symptoms can be tested in a number of mobile testing units visiting the borough over the coming week and months.

Authorities in the Liverpool City Region are urging the Government to keep its promise to do “whatever it takes” to support people through the Coronavirus pandemic.

Knowsley Council’s Green Spaces team have come up with some ideas to help us stay connected with nature from the comfort our own homes.

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and the need to adhere to social distancing, the meeting took place online for the first time in the council’s history.

Is your family eligible for help from a new £37m fund for low-income families with seriously ill or disabled children.

The ban comes after research showed research menthol smokers are more likely to become heavily addicted and find it harder to quit.

Anyone who is displaying Coronavirus symptoms is now eligible to book a test to find out if they have the virus. Find out how to do it.

Residents are being encouraged to rethink how they travel, considering if their journey is essential and, if so, when and by what means they travel.

GPs in Knowsley are encouraging residents to not ignore any unexplained changes to their body or concerns which could indicate the presence of cancer.

Residents across Knowsley are being advised of a Council Tax scam circulating via email and text.

Following a number of offences committed over the last 18 months, Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team have secured a partial Closure Order for a property in Kirkby.

With parents and carers juggling work and home schooling, the borough’s schools have come together to share some useful tips and advice.

Does your child have a fantastic teacher? Take part in this national campaign and let them know they’ve made a difference!

Knowsley’s Innovate Volunteering has played a key role in ensuring people facing hardship during the Coronavirus outbreak receive the help they need.

Did you know that there are more than 850 CCTV cameras across Knowsley, installed to keep residents safe?

Two Knowsley-based entrepreneurs have been awarded up to £10,000 and places on a learning programme to help improve their local community.

Merseytravel wants to know how you are travelling around now and how you expect to travel in the future – whether its by car, bus, train, ferry, cycling or walking.

Signs are being installed around key road networks across Knowsley thanking key workers and carers for the work they are doing during these challenging times.

This Friday, the nation is being invited to celebrate – from home – the 75th anniversary of VE Day – when victory in Europe was declared in World War 2.

Local sewing enthusiasts have been busy making scrubs for Aintree Hospital, The Walton Centre and Whiston Hospital.

Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team may not be knocking at your door – but they are still working for you during this pandemic.

Morrisons – who are opening a new store in Kirkby town centre – have pledged to help the local community by supporting Knowsley’s Volunteer Hub.

With the increased demand, you may notice some changes to your local pharmacy services, such as their opening times. Here’s what to expect.

Since the council’s Community Support and Volunteer Line launched last month the Big Help’s Knowsley Foodbank has distributed more than 2,000 food parcels to people and families in need.