Business and economy

Work is progressing at pace on transforming a prime site in Huyton Village Centre into a new community facility, called …

Monkey Town, the European indoor family entertainment brand operated by Dutch leisure group 24 Indoor, has confirmed it will be …

Facilities at Knowsley’s Volair centres will be free to use next Wednesday (16 September) as part of National Fitness Day. …

Redsun Projects has secured a major letting at Knowsley Business Park, with electricity network operator, SP Energy Networks taking occupation …

Prescot Cables Football Club was founded in 1884 and have been playing their home games at Valerie Park on Eaton …

The Works has officially opened its doors in Kirkby town centre today (27 August 2026).

The closing date for nominations is Friday 4 September 2026.

A new restaurant, Casa Roni, will be officially opening its doors tomorrow in Kirkby town centre. Located at 24 Newtown …

Businesses in Knowsley’s town centres have enjoyed a surge in footfall over recent weeks thanks to the Summer of Family …

Knowsley Council Leader Graham Morgan has welcomed the Government’s announcements regarding new measures it is putting in place to support …

A new purpose-built supported living development that will enable eight people to live more independently has been officially opened in …

Trading Standards Officers, working in partnership with Merseyside Police and the Wagtails tobacco dog search team carried out inspections in …

Social enterprise Make CIC has launched an open call for three young emerging creatives aged 16 to 25 to join …

More great news for Kirkby Town Centre as The Works has confirmed it will be opening a new store at …

Shevington’s Lane and Headbolt Lane in Kirkby are both subject to a 7.5 tonne environmental weight limit restriction. In response …

Knowsley Council’s plans for Huyton Village are progressing at pace with demolition works planned next month which will make way …

In advance of work beginning on Huyton’s redevelopment, a “Meet the Contractor” event has been arranged for residents, businesses and …

Take a sneak peek into the future, thanks to a new computer-generated fly-through that shows you what to expect from …

Retail thefts in Cables Retail Park, Knowsley, have reduced by more than half in the month following the custodial sentencing …

Great Britain has officially become the next host of the Tour de France, after the Grand Départ Trophy was presented …

Businesses and individuas are invited to showcase their success.

The next phase of exciting improvements at Volair Halewood Leisure Centre will commence in the coming weeks. A major refurbishment …

Twelve care experienced young people from Knowsley recently had the opportunity to learn new practical DIY skills as part of …

Knowsley Council is now moving into the second phase of its Sole Occupancy Discount Amnesty review. If you currently receive …

World Cup fever came to Kirkby on Saturday 18 July as the town centre hosted a special world-cup themed celebration …

Community groups and organisations in Kirkby can NOW apply for a share of more than £132,000 grant funding to support …

At yesterday’s Council meeting, Councillor Graham Golding asked the Leader of the Council for an update on banking in Huyton, …

At a meeting of Knowsley Council’s Cabinet, members agreed to proceed with its next investment into Kirkby town centre which …

If your organisation provides activities, support, or opportunities for young people in Knowsley, you can register with Knowsley Youth Network …

A construction firm delivering the Sovereign Industrial Park in Huyton recently provided practical expertise to the Eco Therapy Garden in Kirkby. …

Knowsley Council is hosting an event for local employers who are interested in engaging with programmes aimed at supporting young …

Cabinet has tonight received an update on the first quarter of the Council’s revenue budget for 2026/2027. On 4 March …

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

Ford Halewood has committed to recruiting 10 new apprentices this September. Knowsley Works will support Ford with the apprentice recruitment, …

The contractors delivering the Sovereign Industrial Park in Huyton recently provided construction-related training to four unemployed Knowsley residents. Barnfield Construction …

The number of people killed or seriously injured in road traffic collisions in Knowsley has reduced significantly across the last …

A Huyton resident has successfully returned to work after nearly two years thanks to support from the Positive Inclusion Team …

The Knowsley based business, has launched the SGD Foundation – a new funding opportunity for community organisations across Knowsley.

A dedicated Prescot community volunteer has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.

The demolition of this car park is a key part of the development plans and it will be replaced with …

Hot Curl Pilates has officially opened in Huyton Village Centre. Located on Derby Road, Hot Curl Pilates offers a range …

Knowsley Council has been allocated £1.5m to support capital programmes from the Pride in Place Impact Fund. This Ministry of …

Knowsley Council has shared a full update to Simonswood Action Group in advance of a public meeting this evening to …

Save the date for this year’s Knowsley Business Awards.

The Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, has called for a Banking Hub to be opened in Huyton Village …

Kirkby Neighbourhood Board have confirmed details of their first investments into the town as part of the £19.5 million Pride in …

Support for Prescot’s bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028 continues to grow.

Students from Alt Bridge School, Huyton, have been given a hands-on introduction to the world of construction as part of …

Licensed premises in Knowsley intending to show the FIFA World Cup are encouraged to review their licensing arrangement and plan …

A temporary new food offer will be coming to Mill Dam in Kirkby from later this month. The Food Box …

Less than a year after opening their first studio in Kirkby, Hot Curl Pilates will be opening another studio in …

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. We …

Plans to transform an empty unit in a prime location in Huyton village centre into a community hub are now …

Lidl GB is set to begin construction of its first-ever store in Kirkby on Telegraph Way. The discounter is transforming …

Exciting investment plans for Halewood took a step forward after planning permission was granted for Knowsley Council to deliver major …

Knowsley Council’s regeneration plans for Huyton are taking another step forward following last month’s announcement of £19m of Brownfield Infrastructure …

City Region residents will have the opportunity to put their questions directly to Mayor Steve Rotheram as part of a …

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

Knowsley based company, The Forshaw Group, has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise.

Scammers are circulating letters and calls claiming you have unpaid debts, pressuring people to hand over cash and personal details …

Davids from across Knowsley and beyond will be able to join in with the 100th birthday celebrations of Sir David …

Almost 100 people from businesses and organisations in Knowsley came together for the latest Knowsley Ambassadors event this week.

More than £2bn of investment opportunities are to be showcased at a two-week festival highlighting the breadth, depth and quality …

A showcase of creative talents will launch in Huyton Village this week, with a launch event on Thursday 14 May. …

Following approval of the Kirkby Regeneration and Investment Plan last month, work is now underway by the Kirkby Neighbourhood Board …

Over 200 young people and families from Knowsley and the wider Liverpool City Region attended the Inclusive Learning and Supported …

Knowsley residents can now report discarded nitrous oxide canisters online. Nitrous oxide canisters are dangerous if they are put in …

Knowsley Council, an award-winning Local Authority, is currently recruiting to a number of vacancies.

The operator of a poor performing waste site that has caused misery for local residents has had its environmental permit …

The Kirkby Neighbourhood Board met last week (on Friday 20 March 2026), bringing together key community, private and public partners to lead on …

Shakespeare North Playhouse is delivering millions of pounds of economic benefit, supporting new jobs, strengthening local businesses, and acting as …

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

Plans approved for highways improvements across the borough.

An inspiring event dedicated to shaping healthier workplaces.

Knowsley Councillors received a progress report from Volair at a meeting of full Council. Volair offers the largest range of …

The UK’s leading bath salt and mineral wellness brand, has opened a new warehouse and production facility in Knowsley.

Knowsley Council’s ambitious plans for Kirkby town centre have taken another step forward today with the council granting planning approval …

A building in a prime location in Huyton Village Centre is being transformed into a barber’s shop, art gallery and …

Knowsley Council is marking National Empty Homes Week 2026 by showcasing its strengthened enforcement programme and new proactive strategy to …

Beverston Engineering, based in Knowsley Business Park, has been awarded the Bronze Aero Excellence Award, a significant industry recognition that …

Earlier this week, Knowsley’s Inclusive Growth and Skills Scrutiny Committee has received an update on the work of the council’s …

Walking, wheeling and cycling in the Liverpool City Region saves the NHS £53.8 million a year, equivalent to over one million GP appointments according to the UK’s largest assessment of active travel. The findings …

Knowsley residents can access free creative workshops in Huyton Village thanks to support from Knowsley Council’s Community Grant Fund. The …

Delivery partners for Knowsley Council’s Be the Change project have shown their community spirit by volunteering their time and expertise. …

Twenty-four local businesses have joined forces to launch the Knowsley Wellbeing & Nature Alliance – a coordinated, year-long commitment to …

The Chef at Halewood’s Casa Rima restaurant has been named Chef of the Year for the second consecutive year at …

A housebuilder at the Halsnead Garden Village development is offering key workers incentives to purchase new homes. Linden Homes is …

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

Volair Huyton recently welcomed two-time Olympic champion swimmer Matt Richards to deliver a coaching clinic to local swimmers. Matt, who …

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. We …

Internal works are underway for a Children’s Day Nursery and Out-of- School Club to open their doors in Kirkby town centre. …

Staff from businesses across the borough joined Cllr Christine Bannon, Knowsley Council’s Cabinet Member for Health, at a local food …

The historic town of Prescot in Knowsley is submitting a bid to be crowned the UK’s Town of Culture in …

Residents can have their say on a new Private Sector Housing and Affordable Warmth Strategy for Knowsley.

A new program has officially launched across Knowsley to help remove obstacles that prevent young people from entering the workforce. …

Knowsley Council is supporting National Apprenticeship Week which takes place from 9 – 15 February 2026. It’s a week-long celebration …

MADE to be MUM opened its doors on St Chad’s Parade in Kirkby town centre in June last year and …

Owner and artist Lindsey Jones lives and works in Kirkby and turned her love of art into a way to …

Criminals are using AI technology to clone people’s voices and set up unauthorised direct debits over the phone, according to …

Great news for Kirkby! Work is well underway on an exciting new restaurant in Kirkby town centre. Casa Roni will …