Knowsley Council

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

What is the council doing to tackle the issue of rats? And how can we work together to reduce the …

Knowsley Council is once again taking a stand and proudly supporting White Ribbon Day on the 25 November. White Ribbon …

The Council’s Planning Service was recognised for the Shakespeare North Playhouse project.

The Council’s Planning Team has been recognised for its work on the Shakespeare North Playhouse.

The council has launched a survey asking residents their views on air quality.

At Knowsley Council’s Cabinet meeting tonight (Wednesday 8 November) Councillors were provided with a further update on the delivery of …

Knowsley Council has been awarded £25,000 funding to help tackle the issue of chewing gum littering.

The council’s Winter Wellness Grants Programme will provide funding to groups and organisations helping residents stay warm, safe and well …

The number of 16–18-year-olds not in education, employment or training (NEET) in Knowsley continues to improve following the release of …

An application for retrospective change of use at Simonswood Industrial Estate was refused after objections from Knowsley Council.

A new film commissioned by local authorities across the country highlights that we all have the potential to make a …

Following a recent review, the Council agreed its polling station locations at a meeting of Knowsley Council’s full Council on …

The achievements of Knowsley’s Scrutiny committees have been outlined in an annual report endorsed by council.

Knowsley school admissions deadlines and information Parents and carers can now apply for primary school and secondary school places for …

‘Saluting Our Sisters’ with a Black Women’s Entrepreneurship event.

Tributes are being shared following the announcement that former Knowsley Council Leader Jim Keight OBE passed away at the weekend.

It means that you will be ready to vote as soon as you turn 18. Registering now will mean you …

Growing up in a violent home and witnessing domestic abuse can have a damaging impact on the development of children …

Cabinet tonight received an update on how the Council’s capital resources were spent during 2022/23 and sets out the Council’s …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has approved a new Learning and Skills Strategy (2023-2027) that sets out the Council’s ambition to offer …

Celebrating the history, heritage, and culture of Black people.

The Government has announced that Kirkby will be one of 55 areas to receive one of the next round of allocations …

The requirement for developers to improve the biodiversity of an area when planning developments was considered by Knowsley’s Climate Emergency …

Knowsley and Halton Councils’ Building Control Service has been announced as the regional winner in the North West for Best …

A move to provide more temporary accommodation for homeless families in Knowsley has been approved by the council’s Cabinet.

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

Jonathan Jones has been appointed as Knowsley Council’s Executive Director (Children’s Services), and will take up the post in January …

A one-off funding pot has been allocated to support Knowsley’s Communities during the continued cost of living crisis throughout the …

Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of careers, from Electrical Engineer, Joiner, Plumber and Plasterer to Planning Officer, Accountant, …

A consultation seeking views on Knowsley Council’s revised Extra Care Housing Allocations Policy is now underway. As part of Knowsley’s …

A Council meeting Notice of Motion has reaffirmed Knowsley’s opposition to the proposed closures of train ticket offices at Huyton, …

Cllr Graham Morgan supports the Metro Mayor’s bus franchising proposals for Liverpool City Region and calls for adequate Government funding.

The Council is supporting the “Face the Family” campaign, which calls for a new law to make offenders attend court …

Knowsley Council’s Children’s Scrutiny Committee on 20 July 2023 received an update on children in the Youth Justice System.

A recent independent review of Knowsley’s adult and children’s Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) has noted significant strengths in work and …

Foster carers working for Knowsley Council are to receive an increase in their payments, in recognition of the fantastic job …

Knowsley Council, in partnership with FC Kirkby, is making further improvements to the Eddie McArdle Playing Fields to enhance its …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has tonight endorsed plans to dispose of land at St Chad’s Drive in order to bring forward …

Cabinet has agreed to the launch of the 2023/2024 Stronger Communities Fund.

Knowsley Council is holding a series of Environmental Improvement Action Days across the borough.

Knowsley Council has shown support for Kirkby Foodbank with a £5,000 funding boost.

Knowsley Council’s ambitious plan to deliver a world class cultural venue and spearhead wider regeneration in Prescot has won the …

Protecting staff and residents against the harmful effects of gambling.

At Knowsley Council’s Cabinet meeting tonight (Wednesday 7 June) Councillors were provided with a further update on the delivery of …

Cabinet has agreed to the implementation of the Halewood Levelling Up Fund programme, which the Council secured earlier this year.

The Council’s Cabinet has received confirmation that Knowsley Council achieved a balanced budget position for the 2022/2023 financial year.

The council’s Statement of Community Involvement which outlines how the community can be involved in the planning system has been …

Knowsley Council has launched a consultation on proposals to extend Knowsley Cemetery

The Royal Town Planning Institute Awards showcase and celebrate the best plans, people and projects around the world.

Since 2018, Cllr Morgan has led the local authority through some of its most challenging times and unprecedented world events.

Knowsley Council held its Annual Meeting this afternoon (Friday, 19 May 2023), where positions including Leader, Mayor and Cabinet were …

Here are the results in the Parish and Town Council elections 2023.

Counting takes place in the Knowsley local elections this morning. We’re bringing you the results as they come in.

A new animated film, The Teddy Bear, aims to dispel the myth that you have to be a super hero …

Spring has most definitely sprung and there’s no better time to get planting and get ready to be part of …

The Knowsley Offer is an online resource that contains the range of help, support, advice, services, facilities and much more …

Significant engagement and consultation work took place with children, young people, and young adults during the development of the strategies, …

It comes after the local government workforce played a key role in efforts against the Covid-19 pandemic, providing a huge …

The Liverpool City Region Zero Waste 2040 Strategic Framework has been backed by Knowsley’s Cabinet

Cabinet has supported the ‘‘Get me home safely’ campaign, which calls on employers to ensure workers get home safely from …

The funding will deliver a programme of improvements to the borough’s highway network up to 2027.

Knowsley’s Special Educational Needs and / or Disabilities (SEND) Sufficiency Plan for 2023-2028 has been published. The plan aims to …

Knowsley Council has strengthened its commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace by achieving level 2 in the Disability …

At the Council meeting tonight, Members agreed there would be no cuts to jobs or services in 2023/2024, as well …

Many children and young people are considering their options when they leave school. Whether it’s staying on into further education …

Funding has been allocated to organisations in the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sectors.

Proposals for developing the formal budget for 2023/2024 will be considered at full Council on 8 March 2023.

Knowsley Council’s Delivery Plan 2023/24 has been endorsed at a meeting of Knowsley Cabinet on 22 February 2023. The plan …

Knowsley Council’s Graduate Programme provides a range of opportunities to learn, attend service-specific training and gain invaluable work experience.

A Kirkby boxing club is going from strength to strength thanks to an innovative building transfer agreement with Knowsley Council. …

Improvement work as part of the Safer Streets project has started at Primrose Court in Huyton, an area of the …

The Knowsley Offer sets out the package of support, information, and services available to residents, not in the future but …

The judgement comes following an inspection of a children’s residential respite service in Knowsley.

This February 2023 marks the annual month-long celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) history. As part of Knowsley …

As part of our feature to profile different careers to help children and young people make important decisions about their …

 The Knowsley Council Governance and Audit Committee has today received an update on the key risks facing the council.

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

Today (Friday 27 January), residents in parts of Knowsley and Liverpool will see the first community phase of the Home …

Knowsley Council has received the latest formal feedback from the Local Government Association (LGA) following a review of the Council’s …

An increase in the number of Band D properties in Knowsley will provide the Council with a significant revenue boost …

The Knowsley Housing Strategy 2022-2027 has undergone a Scrutiny Committee review.

Stockbridge Village Primary School has retained it’s ‘Good’ Ofsted judgement following an inspection in November 2022. This latest judgement confirms …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has welcomed, and accepted recommendations made by the Stronger Communities Scrutiny Committee in its review of Knowsley’s …

New data shared by BBC News states that footfall in Kirkby town centre has increased by a huge 160% over …

Children and young people across Knowsley are encouraged to make 100% school attendance their key priority and make every day …

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

The Knowsley Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) and Inclusion Strategy 2023-2026 has been approved by members at a meeting …

Knowsley’s Cabinet has tonight received an update on the Council’s medium-term financial forecasts, taking into account the significant rises in …

PureGym will open their 9,779 feet2 unit in Kirkby Town Centre tomorrow (3.00pm on Wednesday 7 December 2022) – next …

Cabinet has approved recommendations aimed at enhancing mental health support for adults in Knowsley.

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

Job seekers who are receiving support from Knowsley Council’s Knowsley Works Team will receive a £5 voucher for every time …

Today marks one year since the much-anticipated Morrisons superstore opened its doors in Kirkby Town Centre. Since opening it’s doors …

Ongoing national economic uncertainty has impacted on plans to create a new cinema in Kirkby.

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

Lancashire County Council have today approved plans for a medical waste disposal facility on Simonswood Industrial Estate, near Kirkby, despite …

The formal Proclamation of the new King was made for Knowsley by Cllr Eddie Connor, Mayor of Knowsley, on Sunday, …

The Net Zero Delivery Plan – the latest initiative in the council’s commitment to reduce its carbon emissions to Net …

Jake Johnson from Knowsley has been recognised by the High Sheriff of Merseyside for his achievements after thriving in a …