Knowsley residents who have missed their cervical screening appointments may now be able to complete an at home HPV self-test. …
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This National Recovery Month, Knowsley Council is reminding residents that recovery from addiction is possible, and support is available to …
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Knowsley Council is launching a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of illicit vapes and help tackle the sale …
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Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this …
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Knowsley Council’s Family Hubs is working in partnership with The Book Trust on the Reading Rights campaign which aims to …
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Healthwatch Knowsley is holding a Positive Mental Health Coffee Morning on Friday 4 September at 10am. The coffee morning is …
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The class of 2026 have been collecting their GCSE and other exam results in schools across Knowsley this morning. Overall, …
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Knowsley residents can now apply for a Council Tax discount if they have a terminal illness diagnosis or live with …
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Knowsley Council is working with partners to raise awareness of the growing use of the drug ‘ketamine’ and the support …
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Tonight, a partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK. It’s a rare and exciting event that many people will be keen to …
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A new purpose-built supported living development that will enable eight people to live more independently has been officially opened in …
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Healthy Knowsley launches refreshed website for health and wellbeing advice and local support
by Guy MurphyKnowsley residents can access trusted health and wellbeing information and local support through a new and improved Healthy Knowsley website. …
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Find out more about the support available.
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Shevington’s Lane and Headbolt Lane in Kirkby are both subject to a 7.5 tonne environmental weight limit restriction. In response …
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Merseyside Police Commissioner Emily Spurrell has secured more than £250,000 of Home Office funding to support a new pilot programme …
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This nationwide public consultation is now open.
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This summer, the UK Government is helping make family fun more affordable with the Great British Summer Savings campaign. From …
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The Corporate Resources and Communities Scrutiny Committee has received an update on the development of the Changing Futures programme in …
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Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. We are an Accredited …
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With the nice weather and the school holidays starting, more and more people are heading out to enjoy parks and …
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Great Britain has officially become the next host of the Tour de France, after the Grand Départ Trophy was presented …
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Excited about the Tour De France coming to Knowsley? Feel inspired to get cycling and improve your fitness? British Cycling’s …
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An initiative funded by Knowsley Council and Stronger Communities, delivered by We’ll Care Liverpool CIC in partnership with Knowsley Council’s …
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Meningitis B vaccination programme launching for young people – make sure you or a loved one is protected
by Guy MurphyMany young people (under 25) are now able to access a new meningitis (MenB) vaccine offer until December 2026. The …
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Cheshire and Merseyside partners secure Regional Care Cooperative to transform children’s care across the region
by Guy MurphyLocal authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside have welcomed confirmation from the Department for Education that Sefton Council will host the …
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FREE business breakfast for local employers who can support inclusive employment opportunities
by Guy MurphyKnowsley Council is hosting an event for local employers who are interested in engaging with programmes aimed at supporting young …
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This Alcohol Awareness Week, Knowsley Council is encouraging residents to take a few minutes to check their drinking habits
by Guy MurphyIn a world where alcohol is often made to feel central to everyday moments – from birthdays and barbecues to …
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A Huyton resident has successfully returned to work after nearly two years thanks to support from the Positive Inclusion Team …
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Community and voluntary sector organisations across Knowsley are being encouraged to apply for a share of a new £6.3 million …
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Hot Curl Pilates has officially opened in Huyton Village Centre. Located on Derby Road, Hot Curl Pilates offers a range …
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That’s the advice from Chrissy who has fostered for Knowsley for the last 8 years. Foster carers make a significant …
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With the warm weather continuing, Knowsley Council is reminding residents of the dangers of water and how people can stay …
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Most wildfires in the UK are caused by human activity. Every year, wildfires destroy large areas of countryside and wildlife …
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It’s like extinction never happened at Knowsley Safari this weekend as the attraction welcomes lifelike dinosaurs this Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June, and with all …
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Knowsley Council invested more than £47 million into the borough during the last financial year (April 2025-March 2026) according to …
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Cabinet today received an update on Knowsley’s Local Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Plan which will be submitted to …
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Knowsley Council is offering free Health Start Vitamins to children aged under 4, all pregnant people and those who are …
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Residents across Knowsley can now benefit from a strengthened offer of health and wellbeing support, with the launch of the …
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That’s the message from Knowsley Council following speculation online that it plans to ‘sell off’ Grace Park in Halewood. In …
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The nationwide search is on to find 9,000 volunteers across Scotland, England and Wales, who will be at the heart …
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Children aged 8 and over will have the chance to embark on exciting journeys of discovery through Ancient Egypt, historic …
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With the current high temperatures set to last throughout the week, Knowsley Council is reminding residents to make sure they …
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Bowring Park to host biggest Bank Holiday Fun Day yet as half-term programme gets underway
by Guy MurphyBowring Park is set to host its biggest Bank Holiday event to date on Monday 25 May, kicking off a …
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Young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) from Knowsley took part in a Dragons’ Den Pop-Up Sale Day …
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NHS Cheshire and Merseyside has launched ‘Make the switch’ – a new regional campaign tackling common myths around switching medications, …
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Free Knowsley Safari entry for all Davids this Friday to celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday
by Guy MurphyDavids from across Knowsley and beyond will be able to join in with the 100th birthday celebrations of Sir David …
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📢 Calling Knowsley’s young creatives – don’t miss the Tour De France Grand Départ poster competition!
by Guy MurphyDeadline for entry – 5pm on Friday 26 June 2026. Competition to design the official posters for each of the …
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Blacklow Brow Primary School in Huyton, part of The Dean Trust, has received a “Strong Standard” outcome following their recent …
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Over 200 young people and families from Knowsley and the wider Liverpool City Region attended the Inclusive Learning and Supported …
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Knowsley residents can now report discarded nitrous oxide canisters online. Nitrous oxide canisters are dangerous if they are put in …
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Families in Knowsley are invited to a special safari-themed story and rhyme time event next week, with a very special …
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At tonight’s Cabinet meeting, Elected Members received an update on the council’s progress in delivering the priorities set out in …
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Knowsley Council is working with Change Grow Live (CGL) to offer a free online session to help parents and carers …
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Just Breath, a 45-minute performance by Altru Drama, is visiting several schools across Knowsley to raise awareness of drugs and …
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Knowsley Council Leader, Councillor Graham Morgan joined Graham Lancaster, Chair of Court Hey Bowling Club and members of the club …
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COVID-19 Day of Reflection takes place on Sunday 8 of March and marks six years since the pandemic first began. …
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Knowsley Council and Liverpool City Council announce event to showcase education and employment opportunities for young people with SEND
by Guy MurphyA free event exploring post-16 education, training and employment aimed at young people aged 14–24 with Special Educational Needs and …
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Knowsley Council is preparing to deliver a new food waste service from 13 April 2026 and is currently delivering food …
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The Knowsley Youth Cabinet and Health Steering Group raised vital funds to support the Young Person’s Food Hub via a …
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At the meeting of Council on 4 March 2026, elected members approved the Annual Delivery Plan for 2026/27, which sets …
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24 Businesses Unite to Invest in Bowring Park Through New Knowsley Wellbeing & Nature Alliance
by Guy MurphyTwenty-four local businesses have joined forces to launch the Knowsley Wellbeing & Nature Alliance – a coordinated, year-long commitment to …
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Last year, the council invited the people of Knowsley to get involved in naming the brand-new food recycling vehicles. Over …
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Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. We …
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Knowsley residents are being reminded of the importance of childhood vaccinations as part of a new national campaign launched by …
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It’s important to maintain good school attendance from reception, all the way through a pupil’s education journey and particularly too …
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Login LCR is a digital inclusion initiative designed to support Knowsley residents who are currently unable to access or confidently …
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Staff from businesses across the borough joined Cllr Christine Bannon, Knowsley Council’s Cabinet Member for Health, at a local food …
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Bowring Park have unveiled a full programme of free activities for families this February half term, offering outdoor adventure, practical …
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Residents are being encouraged to take part in a consultation on a proposed Smoke and Vape Free Public Space Protection …
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At a meeting of Cabinet on 11 February, elected members approved the annual delivery plan for 2026/2027. The annual delivery …
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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) are reminding the public not to use …
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Hot Curl Pilates opened in Kirkby town centre four months’ ago, offering fitness and wellbeing classes in a new, state-of-the-art …
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25% of tax returns were filed online. 48 million people filed their Self Assessment tax returns by 31 January. Anyone …
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Over the last few months, a number of new businesses have chosen Kirkby as their home. Kirkby is currently undergoing …
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Today (January 30) marks Parental Mental Health Day and Knowsley Council is raising awareness of the support available for parents …
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Knowsley’s Health and Wellbeing Board formally endorsed a new four-year plan for tackling the harms created through drug and alcohol …
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The coffee morning in April is open to anyone.
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At a meeting of Knowsley Council’s Cabinet on 21 March, Elected Members agreed a new Single Use Vapes Enforcement Policy. …
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Extended routes, later running services and better links to hospitals and workplaces are among the immediate improvements passengers will see …
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Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has agreed the implementation of eight recommendations for reducing ketamine use in the borough, following an in-depth …
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The mobile cervical screening service is returning to Knowsley in a bid to improve uptake of the life-saving test. The …
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Mersey Care is offering catch-up immunisation clinics in Prescot, Huyton and Kirkby for any child aged 0-5 years. The clinics …
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Nestlé has taken the precautionary step of recalling several SMA Infant Formula and Follow-On Formula because they may contain cereulide …
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Hundreds of thousands of families with young children will be offered protection against chickenpox as part of their routine childhood …
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The Met Office and the UKHSA have updated the AMBER Cold Weather Alert for the North West of England.
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Residents are invited to come along to a ‘one stop shop’ for housing and healthy living advice at Kirkby Library …
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Pupils at schools across Knowsley have been celebrating the end of a six-week creative workshop programme and graduating as Healthy …
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Residents are being urged to take extra care when disposing of items this festive season, as hidden batteries could pose …
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The Lung Cancer Screening Unit is returning to Kirkby this month as part of an extended community screening programme aimed …
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Domestic abuse is not parental conflict. You can read more on spotting the signs of domestic abuse here. This page …
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Pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) from schools and colleges across Knowsley took part in a special Dragons’ …
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Residents are being advised about cold-calling fraudsters who are claiming to be from the NHS and are attempting to get …
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If your child missed out on the free flu nasal spray at school, the local Immunisation Team will be holding …
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At a meeting of Cabinet on 3 December 2025, elected members were provided with an update on the Council’s performance, …
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With less than two months until the Self Assessment deadline, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is asking people filing their …
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The Knowsley Health and Wellbeing Board agreed a proposed approach to the development of a new Joint Health and Wellbeing …
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With winter approaching and temperatures dipping, it’s important that you’re prepared and know how to keep warm, safe and well. …
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This national Addiction Awareness Week (23-30 November) Knowsley Council is urging residents to get talking about addiction and seek support. …
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Healthwatch Knowsley is holding a Positive Mental Health Coffee Morning on Friday, 6 March.
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Today is White Ribbon Day and marks the start of the UN’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and …
