Knowsley’s Crime and Communities Team may not be knocking at your door – but they are still working for you during this pandemic.
Gemma Melling
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Morrisons – who are opening a new store in Kirkby town centre – have pledged to help the local community by supporting Knowsley’s Volunteer Hub.
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With the increased demand, you may notice some changes to your local pharmacy services, such as their opening times. Here’s what to expect.
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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.
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Knowsley Council officers are working around the clock to maintain essential services and support for the community at this time.
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A series of specialist webinars designed to help Knowsley businesses with the specific challenges they are currently facing have been organised by Invest Knowsley.
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Knowsley Council’s Trading Standards team is issuing advice to help to keep ‘bogus callers’ away and sharing the message ‘If in doubt, keep them out.’
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If you need urgent health care during the Coronavirus pandemic you’re being asked not to put it off – the NHS is still able to look after you, safely.
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Guide Dogs have launched a new phone line for people with sight loss and their families, to help support them during the coronavirus outbreak.
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There is a range of bereavement support available including an NHS helpline, support for children and adults, as well as guidance with practical arrangements.
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Healthwatch Knowsley are seeking the views of local residents about how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected people accessing health and social care services.
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Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, has added his voice to concerns that Government funding for the Coronavirus response will leave local authorities in the city region severely underfunded.
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Knowsley will be marking this important day on Tuesday, 28 April, recognising & paying tribute to the workers killed, disabled, injured or made unwell by their work.
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Household waste recycling centres in Knowsley will be opening again, with strict social distancing and other restrictions in place.
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Got a dental problem and need a dentist? Here’s what to do.
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The message is simple – the more you stay at home, the quicker we can return to normality and start to live our lives again.
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The borough is seeing many examples of locals reaching out to friends, neighbours and vulnerable people to make sure they get the support they need.
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With hundreds of you now signed up to help as volunteers in Knowsley, we’ve produced some FAQs to help answer any questions you may have.
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If you run a businesses selling food, here’s what you need to know in order to follow guidelines relating to Covid-19 and keep yourself, your staff & customers safe.
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The #StreetSmiles campaign is calling on people to create a ‘smiling sun’ and display it in their windows, brightening the day of the refuse collectors and other key waste and recycling workers.
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Knowsley Council is offering additional financial support for the Adult Social Care system, which is under pressure as a result of COVID-19.
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If your small business is still open during this time, here’s what you need to know to help you ensure social distancing requirements are met.
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The council is reminding households to do the right thing and save lives by following the Government requirements on social distancing.
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At this challenging time, everyone is being asked to be even more vigilant and to report any concerns they may have about possible child abuse.
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New online learning resources are available – plus, the Government is promising equipment to help disadvantaged pupils access the internet.
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Knowsley Council has joined a national campaign to raise awareness of illegal money lenders (loan sharks) using the Coronavirus outbreak to prey on people.
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Grants are available now to help certain businesses – but in Knowsley many hundreds of eligible businesses are yet to apply.
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Volunteers who offered their services in Knowsley are now out and about helping others during the Covid-19 outbreak.
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Has your business had to furlough employees due to distruption caused by Covid-19?
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A new campaign has been launched across the Liverpool City Region to ensure victims of domestic abuse know where to turn to for help and support.
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More than £9.2m has now been paid to business in Knowsley to help them survive the financial difficulties brought about by the Coronavirus outbreak.
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Your help is needed to ensure Knowsley’s most vulnerable residents are supplied with emergency food relief over the coming months.
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With the restrictions on going out extended, the council is reminding victims of domestic abuse about where and how to get help.
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Are you self-employed? Or supporting someone who is? The ‘Better Off Finance’ team at Citizens Advice Knowsley remain open and are working with existing and new clients by telephone and email.
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Extra pedal power is helping NHS workers commute to work, thanks to an innovative bike loan initiative by Cycling Project’s Pedal Away scheme.
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Cheshire & Merseyside NHS Trusts have launched new mental health helplines for people in need of mental health crisis support.
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Residents aged over 70 and those eligible for a free flu jab, will be receiving a letter this week offering help & support from Knowsley Council and Knowsley CCG.
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An important update for resident interested in the future of Whitakers Garden Centre and its current site in Prescot.
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Improvement works on the cycle path running alongside the East Lancs Road will begin on Tuesday, 14 April 2020.
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From Friday, 10 April, NHS staff will be able to travel for free on buses and Merseyrail trains across the city region.
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With everyone’s limited outdoor time so precious right now we’re appealing to dog owners to please pick up after your pet!
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Knowsley’s very own Rainbow of Hope is available to download and colour in to help you spread more cheer among your community.
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Knowsley Council is reiterating Merseyside Police’s advice on how to keep children safe online during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Throughout this worrying time, we can all take heart from these fantastic examples of people offering help and support to others.
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If you would like to donate items of food or household supplies – or make a cash donation so that the charity can buy supplies, here’s how you can do it.
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If you are experiencing domestic abuse, there is help available.
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Knowsley Public Health has updated its 10 Ways to Wellbeing advice to help you and your family look after your mental health and wellbeing whilst staying at home.
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Families in Knowsley who are suffering hardship as a result of the Coronavirus outbreak will be fed thanks to a partnership between Knowsley Council and retailer Home Bargains.
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Businesses in Knowsley are being asked to help keep vulnerable people in the borough with donations of food and essential supplies.
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People struggling with their mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak will be offered additional online support and practical guidance to help them cope.
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During the Coronavirus outbreak Knowsley Better Together is more important than ever. Here’s how you can play your part.
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Keeping teenage children entertained and explaining the importance of social distancing can be difficult – here are some tips to help parents.
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If you have any concerns about work arrangements and social distancing during the Coronavirus outbreak, here’s what to do.
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If you run a business that has had to be temporarily closed due to Government restrictions, we have some advice to help keep your premises safe.
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In order to support residents who are ‘shopping local’ for essential supplies, the council has stopped all car parking charges in its town centres with immediate effect.
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If you want to make a difference to children and young people in Knowsley our fostering team is still available to answer any of your questions.
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Sadly, Coronavirus scams are emerging. Here’s how to recognise one and avoid falling victim to it.
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To support the on-going construction of the retail development in Kirkby Town Centre, changes to some car parks have been introduced.
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If you are worried about domestic abuse such as violence or coercive and controlling behaviour, help is at hand.
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Local companies in Knowsley are adapting to the challenges of Coronavirus to stay in business – and playing their part to support the local community, too.
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Do you need extra help during the Coronavirus outbreak – or do you want to offer a helping hand?
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If you are worried about how you’ll pay your energy bill as a result of Coronavirus, or how you’ll get out to purchase top-ups for pre-payment meters, here’s the information you need.
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If you need help with making a claim for Universal Credit or Employment Support Allowance, Knowsley FACE have set up remote Digital Support Sessions to support you.
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Knowsley Council’s Cabinet will meet at 5pm on Wednesday 25 March 2020. Take a look at what’s on the agenda.
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As part of an ‘unlocking place potential’ visit, the Task Force team visited Huyton to review the council’s plans for the Village Centre.
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Wednesday, 18 March is National Child Exploitation Awareness Day, highlighting issues around child sexual and criminal exploitation.
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St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School in Halewood is latest Knowsley primary school to receive a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating following a recent inspection.
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Here’s the latest information you need to know about Coronavirus, including any specific advice for Knowsley residents.
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A unique project in Stockbridge Village is transforming lives by transforming unwanted furniture and they need your help.
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A massive team of enthusiastic volunteers gathered at Court Hey Park to transform the community garden space on the site of the former National Wildflower Centre.
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The latest exhibition at Kirkby Gallery celebrates the careers of boxers of African descent from Knowsley and Liverpool who have fought over the past 180 years.
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Smokers in Knowsley can get help to give up this No Smoking Day with special events this week and support on offer all year round.
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You may have read reports that the council ‘gave’ £100,000 to a restaurant business in Huyton, as well as a year’s free rent. These reports are incorrect, and here’s why.
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A live artist from Merseyside is about to embark upon a ground breaking five month project that will see her travel to India to walk in Mahatma Gandhi’s footsteps.
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International Women’s Day takes place on Sunday, 8 March 2020. Here’s how Knowsley Council will be marking the day.
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Councillors in Knowsley have agreed the budget for the coming financial year – and for the first time in 10 years, no cuts to services were on the agenda.
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Knowsley Council’s Cabinet will meet at 6pm on Wednesday 4 March. Here is a summary of the main items on the agenda.
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Following the publication of two recent Ofsted reports, Knowsley Council has confirmed that positive changes have already been made to tackle issues identified at two of the council’s children’s homes.
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Useful information for patients worried about the closure of several surgeries in Knowsley by Aston Healthcare.
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Celebrations took place this week after Knowsley Council’s Adult Provider Services once again achieved the prestigious Autism Accreditation award.
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Groups with ideas to help reduce waste, encourage recycling and prevent carbon emissions could be eligible for a grant to help them take action.
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Do you have a view on the services offered by the Inclusion Service? Let them know how they can improve.
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The Huyton high school has been recognised for its inclusive practice and ongoing commitment to developing educational inclusion.
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As part of the redevelopment of Kirkby, the council has purchased Knowsley Community College’s site to allow them to move into the heart of the town centre.
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Kirkby based groups and organisations came together at an inspirational event to secure funding to help create safer communities.
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Green waste (blue bin) collections in Knowsley will start up again during the week beginning Monday, 2 March 2020.
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Thanks to its ambitious plans for economic growth, Knowsley Council has generated more income from Council Tax and Business Rates growth.
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Halsnead Garden Village – the largest combined housing and employment site in the Liverpool City Region has received further funding from the Government.
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Find out why business finds Knowsley such an attractive place to be based – and how that is having a positive effect on everyone living in the borough.
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Come along and find out about all the services and local groups that can support your child with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.
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Here’s how you can get involved in activities designed to help your mental and physical health in Knowsley.
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Thanks to positive management of its budget, Knowsley Council is now looking at a £14m package of investments to bring maximum benefit to residents, businesses and visitors.
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Here’s how the £1 million from the Metro Mayor’s Town Centre Fund will be used in Huyton and Prescot.
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Come and find out more about the services that can support children with special educational needs and / or disabilities in Knowsley, as well as parents and carers.
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Find out the facts about allegations of an increase in crime and anti-social behaviour at Foxes Bank Cemetery.
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Housing group Torus has officially welcomed new residents to its latest development, The Maples, in Kirkby.
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ForHousing has finished work on the £1.6m Barley Mow development in Stockbridge Village, Knowsley, on the site of a derelict pub.
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Here are the facts about when and which DBS checks are carried out on councillors in Knowsley.
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An ambitious new project aimed at helping people in Knowsley who are struggling with issues including money worries, disability, dementia or loneliness, launched this week.
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Young people from across Knowsley came together for the first Knowsley Schools Climate Change Summit, following the borough’s declaration of a Climate Change Emergency.