Cost of living support

Knowsley residents can now apply for a Council Tax discount if they have a terminal illness diagnosis or live with …

A summer food programme designed to ease the cost of living pressure for families during the current school holiday has …

This summer, the UK Government is helping make family fun more affordable with the Great British Summer Savings campaign. From …

Knowsley Council and community partners across the borough are providing a free lunch over the summer holidays to anyone who …

Knowsley Council is working with community partners to ensure that every child who receives Free School Meals can access a …

There’s still time to apply for Free School Meals – the deadline is Friday 28 August 2026. From September 2026, …

Households in Knowsley which use heating oil may be eligible to receive a £9,000 grant to switch to a heat …

Knowsley Council has launched a Council Tax Sole Occupier Discount Amnesty, giving residents the opportunity to review and update their …

The NHS Healthy Start scheme helps families and those who are pregnant to access healthy food, milk and vitamins (for …

Loan sharks are known for playing games with people’s lives and now the England Illegal Money Lending Team is turning …

Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram and the Combined Authority are investing £31.8m into a new grant scheme to help …

Working age adults in receipt of care and support in Knowsley will soon find they have more money in their …

The changes have been introduced following a public consultation and will mean a simpler, fairer and more generous Council Tax …

Knowsley Council’s Healthy Homes winter roadshows have supported hundreds of residents across the borough with vital advice on housing and …

Knowsley Council has secured funding from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to deliver a new Connect to Work programme. …

Cllr Jayne Lonergan, Knowsley’s Cabinet Member for Resources, discusses how Knowsley Council’s Hardship Fund is funding thousands of activity places …

The first Right to Food UK Commission evidence-based event has taken place in Knowsley.

The Council is supporting a number of cost of living information sessions that have been arranged by Anneliese Midgley MP.

Pensioners are being advised to be cautious following a rise Winter Fuel Payment text message scams.

The council is sharing advice on how to keep your home warm when the colder weather arrives. Warm Homes Scheme …

The Mayor of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority Steve Rotheram has announced the £2 bus fare cap will remain …

Pre-loved uniforms for several Knowsley schools are now available at no cost to local families thanks to a recycling scheme …

Residents are being advised to check if they are entitled to a reduction in their Council Tax to ensure they …

Reflecting on the success of the Winter Wellness Grants programme which delivered significant impact across the borough.

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

The cost of living crisis is still putting pressures on many residents and families, but help and support is available.

This Energy Saving Week find out how to become more energy efficient and save money.

There is lots of support available to help you to identify if you’re eligible and how to apply.

Knowsley residents are being warned to be vigilant against text messages purporting to be from Government departments. Scam text messages …

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

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

Centre 63 in Kirkby has received £7,200 from Merseyside Recycling & Waste Authority & Veolia’s Zero Waste Community Fund to …

Knowsley Older People’s Voice and Knowsley Council are pleased to announce the launch of a Financial Guide for Older residents …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has agreed to invest £250,000 into the 2024/2025 Stronger Communities Fund.

Knowsley Council is working with Stop Loan Sharks to raise awareness of the dangers of illegal money lenders. The Council …

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is urging Knowsley residents to check if they’re eligible for a social tariff, with …

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

Once vacant properties have been turned into essential homes for people at risk of rough sleeping.

The Knowsley Offer is an online resource where you can find local information, advice, support, services, facilities and more.

Community growing charity Incredible Edible CIC have re-opened their popular food club after a short break to renovate the premises. …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has tonight approved plans to create an Affordable Housing Access Fund, helping to address a key priority …

Knowsley Libraries have partnered with the Good Things Foundation, to offer free SIM cards to those who are experiencing data poverty. …

Social tariffs are cheaper broadband and phone packages for people claiming Universal Credit, Pension Credit and some other benefits. Some …

Did you know that if you’re pregnant or have a child under 4, you might be entitled to get help …

A Kirkby community centre that is helping to support people on low incomes by offering affordable nutritious food to residents …

Research by U-Switch has ranked Knowsley in the top 10 performing areas for energy-efficient homes.

Knowsley residents can now access free energy support and advice from Citizens Advice Knowsley. Residents can access a range of …

Further cost of living funding announced, providing support for another 12 months.

Pension Credit gives you extra money to help with your living costs if you’re over State Pension age and on …

Knowsley Council has been working with partners to ensure local communities get the right support at the right time through …

Prescot Community Church, supporting residents in Prescot and Whiston, has this week opened a community supermarket, providing essential support to …

Foster carers and Special Guardianship carers will be receiving a one-time additional allowance from Knowsley Council in recognition of the …

In September 2022, Knowsley Council stepped up its response as the cost of living crisis escalated.

A Special Council meeting was convened tonight (Wednesday 7 December) to provide an update on the Council’s Financial Strategy and …

Knowsley Council is ensuring residents know what cost of living support is available to them, particularly as we hit the …

We know that many of our residents are struggling with cost of living pressures due to the increasing costs of …

Community projects across Knowsley can apply for a share of the £250,000 Stronger Communities Fund.

Further support to Knowsley residents has been confirmed. Firstly, the Government has allocated Knowsley Council a further £1.862m from its …

Find out what help and support is available in Knowsley if you are struggling with the rising cost of living.

Knowsley residents could benefit from warmer homes and have their heating or electrics improved thanks to Knowsley Council’s Warm Homes …