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Work is due to begin by McCarthy Stone on St Chad’s Drive to create new retirement homes for over 55’s …

The MP visited Knowsley this week to meet local heroes who are involved in community projects and grassroots sports.

Cllr Graham Morgan has responded to reports that the law, developed with help from Margaret may be delayed, or amended.

Families in Knowsley will continue to benefit from a range of support thanks to the extension of the Government’s Household …

The Chair of the Kirkby Town Board has responded to an article in a national newspaper which characterised Kirkby as …

Congratulations to St Aloysius Catholic Primary School in Huyton, which has been judged to be ‘Good’ in all areas following …

During HIV testing week, Knowsley Council’s Cabinet Member for Health took a trip to Sahir House to see how quick …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has tonight received an update on the actions taken following the Ofsted inspection of Children’s Social Care …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has received an update on the council’s medium-term financial strategy and the 2025/2026 budget forecasts.

James Duncan has now officially completed his first week in the role as the new Chief Executive of Knowsley Council.

Knowsley Council’s Knowsley Apprentice team has been on tour around secondary schools in the borough to raise awareness of apprenticeships …

We caught up with the outgoing Chief Executive of Knowsley Council to ask what he’s learnt from 11 years in …

Knowsley Council’s Children’s Scrutiny Committee heard an update from Executive Director of Children’s Services about work to improve services following …

The Holt residential children’s home in Knowsley is opening its doors following an Ofsted inspection on 7 January 2025.

Permission to store waste at Simonswood Industrial Estate near Kirkby has been refused for a second time following objections from …

Knowsley Council is taking swift and decisive action following the recent Ofsted inspection of its services for children.  

Alex Norris MP visited Knowsley to see the regeneration delivered by Knowsley Council and hear about future development plans.

Watch the moving musical tribute that our local schools recorded for Hillsborough campaigner, Margaret Aspinall, when she received Freedom of …

Tireless Hillsborough campaigner and Knowsley resident, Margaret Aspinall, has received the Freedom of the Borough.

With temperatures set to plummet in the coming days health leaders in the North West are urging the public to …

Merseyside Police and Crime Panel are looking for an Independent Member to join them in their role scrutinising the work …

The honour – only given eight times in Knowsley’s history – will be awarded in recognition for Margaret’s tireless work …

Mould and damp which could have a detrimental impact on your health – here’s what to do to prevent this …

Ron Round, who was leader of Knowsley Council for 12 years, and spent 29 years as a councillor, has passed …

Council officers joined Tarmac to help local charity ‘Pedal Away’ clean their stores and equipment at Court Hey Park in …

Knowsley Council’s regeneration plans for Huyton will create a completely re-imagined village centre, with a new village green at its …

On Wednesday, 20 November, Cabinet received an update on the development of the Council’s Financial Strategy.

On Wednesday, 20 November, Cabinet received an update on the mid-year revenue budget monitoring for 2024/2025.

At Knowsley Council’s Cabinet meeting tonight, Councillors were provided with a further update on the delivery of the Knowsley Council …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has endorsed plans to expand capacity at Alt Bridge School to provide additional school places for children …

Knowsley’s Cabinet has endorsed the Knowsley Community Safety Partnership Strategic Plan (2025 – 2028).

This Knowsley primary school was honoured at the Educate Awards on Friday, 15 November.

A digital health kiosk is currently touring the borough and has now arrived at Prescot Soccer Centre.

As part of the Huyton Masterplan, the Council is proposing a complete redevelopment which would create a vibrant and thriving …

Knowsley Council is supporting a North West campaign that encourages people to work for their local council.

The next phase of consultation regarding the locations of polling districts and polling places/stations has now opened.

National Safeguarding Adults Week takes place from 18 – 22 November 2024, and this year’s theme is ‘Working in Partnerships’.

Families in Knowsley will continue to benefit from a range of support thanks to the extension of the Government’s Household …

Organisations and individuals across the Liverpool City Region can now make their nominations for the Liverpool City Region Culture and …

A six-week public engagement is your chance to comment on the issues facing hospital gynaecology and maternity services in Liverpool.

Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, has called on the Government to rethink the threshold at which the Winter …

The Council is seeking the views of residents about how they do or don’t access digital services.

Do you, or does someone you know enjoy reading but have trouble getting to and from your local library, or …

Please be aware that emergency works due to a gas leak mean that there are several road closures in place …

Four Knowsley schools and a Multi-Academy Trust based in the borough are among the shortlist for this year’s Prestigious Educate …

Knowsley Council will consider a report recommending the appointment of a new Chief Executive at a full meeting of the …

Then pop in to Arncliffe Gardens on Arncliffe Road in Huyton (L25 9AD) on Thursday 26 September 2024 10.30am until …

Applications for primary and secondary school places for September 2025 intake are now open.

Dan Powell, from Halewood, has won a Silver medal in Judo at this year’s Paralympic Games in Paris.

At this stage, the application has not been considered at a Planning Committee meeting and no decision has yet been …

Knowsley Council has reviewed and updated its procedures around acceptable standards and behaviour from customers and members of the public, …

The Family Hub, in Kirkby, brings families, partners and services together under one roof, making help and support easily accessible …

Knowsley was rated 8th in the first-time buyer hotspot with 71% of first time-buyers among all mortgaged buyers in 2023 …

Two local leaders have issued a statement in response to changes to the route of the No.3 bus, which serves …

Knowsley Council’s Financial Management Service has been shortlisted for the “Finance Team of the Year – Councils and Local Services” …

Knowsley Council has been shortlisted for three Local Government Chronicle Workforce Awards.

The Knowsley Youth Justice Service has achieved the Youth Justice SEND Quality Lead status.

Nominations are officially open for this year’s Knowsley Business Awards.

A change.org petition entitled “Prevent the Closure of Moving Senses Charity” has been shared with Knowsley Council. Here, we share …

Meet the worthy winners, and highly commended nominees, for this year’s Knowsley Education Awards.

North West-based travel agency Perfect Getaways opened a new store in Kirkby Town Centre on Saturday 13 July 2024.

The most talented, ambitious and dedicated schools, pupils, teachers and staff in Knowsley came together for 2024’s Knowsley Education Awards …

Site management works, including the removal of unsafe and diseased trees, is due to take place on Harrington Place, Huyton, …

The work will involve some tree and vegetation clearance and residents are likely to see activity on site from Monday, …

From 1 July 2024, the Knowsley Youth Offending Service is called Knowsley Youth Justice Service. Here’s what you need to …

Here’s the latest information on how the fire is impacting services, and advice for residents.

Mike Harden, the Chief Executive of Knowsley Council, has announced that he will be retiring in January 2025, after more …

Knowsley Council and the Shakespeare North Trust scooped the Public/Private Partnership Award at this year’s Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards.

Kirkby Town Board wants to talk to residents, businesses and visitors to Kirkby about their views and aspirations for the …

Knowsley Council’s new website is now up and running – with feedback from residents overwhelmingly positive.

More than 60 bags of food and other essentials were donated to Knowsley Foodbank this week, following the first civic …

Councillor Graham Morgan has officially commenced his seventh year as Leader of Knowsley Council, after being reappointed at the Council’s …

Knowsley Council will hold its Annual Meeting on Friday, 17 May 2024. You can download the papers, and even watch …

Each year a “Mayor Making” event is held – marking the beginning of a new civic year and launching the …

Cllr Tony Brennan has been named as the new Deputy Leader of Knowsley Council at its Annual General Meeting (Friday …

The council’s Leader and Cabinet was also confirmed today, and councillors were appointed to various committees and advisory and working groups.

Oasis, a short break provision for children in Knowsley, has maintained its “Good” judgement by Ofsted following a recent inspection.

We’re launching a new, weekly email which will bring news about Knowsley straight into your inbox every Friday. 

Counting in the 2024 Knowsley Local Elections took place on Friday, 3 May 2024 – here are the results in …

The Knowsley offer sets out the package of support, information, and services available to residents right now.

Parents of children who are starting primary school this September will be finding out which school they got a place …

Knowsley Council will continue to provide support for families whose children are eligible for free school meals during school holidays, …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has tonight received an update on the Long-Term Plan for Kirkby, following the Government allocation of £19.5m …

The new policy is intended to protect the health, safety and welfare of tenants by ensuring that accommodation is adequate …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has approved a two-year programme of works and maintenance to deliver improvements to the borough’s highway network …

It is believed that the source of an odour that has been impacting residents in Kirkby over recent weeks has …

National Child Exploitation Awareness Day highlights the issues surrounding child sexual and criminal exploitation, encouraging everyone to think, identify and …

Ofsted carried out a focused visit of Knowsley’s Children’s Services on 31 January and 1 February 2024.

Knowsley Council is urging two oversubscribed high schools in Kirkby to accept more pupils for this September’s intake.

Among the biggest challenges for the council is coping with the rising cost of Social Care, price and wage inflation …

It is one of a series of Environmental Improvement Action Days being held across the borough, bringing partner agencies together …

A newly created Kirkby Town Centre board will develop and implement a Long-Term Plan for Kirkby – and now Board …

Max Steinberg CBE DL has been appointed to serve as the Chair of a new “Town Board” for Kirkby.

Children will continue to be looked after whilst essential repairs closes their nursery, thanks to intervention from Knowsley Council.

Are you recycling the right things in your grey bin? Not only will you be reducing the amount of space …

Accessing council services online will be easier than ever when Knowsley Council’s new website launches this March.

Following local concerns about the future of Gellings Riding School, known locally as Hugo Fields, Knowsley Council has clarified its …

Knowsley Council’s Environmental Health team received several reports of a foul odour, often described as “rotten eggs”, from several locations …

In 2024, Knowsley Council celebrates its 50th anniversary. Here’s how we’ll be marking this special year.

Knowsley Council and partners will be out and about in Page Moss on 29 November tackling environmental issues as part …