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Last month, the Government announced a £150 grant with a view to helping households to cope with rising energy costs.…

The Government has announced a “Homes for Ukraine programme” which allows people in the UK to offer a home to Ukrainian refugees.

A trio of local football fanatics are turning to the Knowsley community to help them celebrate the Borough’s rich footballing…

As part of the Council’s exciting Town Centre events programme, which is also supporting Knowsley’s Liverpool City Region Borough of…

St Chad’s Gardens in Kirkby has benefited from a range of improvements including a new entrance feature and landscaping.

A new Benetton childrenswear store opened its doors today (Thursday 10 March 2022) at 25 St Chad’s Parade in Kirkby…

In a welcome boost to the local economy, B&M has announced the launch of its new store in Huyton on…

Knowsley’s enchanting New Dawn Light Spectacular is now available for everyone to watch and enjoy.

At tonight’s Council meeting, Members were updated on £14.6m of permanent investment in service budgets to deal with growth, extra…

People with visual impairments are being encouraged to help shape a new augmented reality experience in Huyton Village Centre. The…

Residents are being asked to be vigilant against scam texts and emails purporting to be from the NHS. Scammers are…

The website also offers information for family, friends and carers who are providing emotional or physical support to someone following their COVID illness.

The Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan and Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram were on-hand to see work…

The Knowsley Council Plan 2022-2025 was approved at full Council this evening (9 March 2022). Having been endorsed by the…

At tonight’s Council meeting, a Council Tax increase of 2.99% for the 2022/2023 financial year was approved. Of this, 1%…

At Knowsley Council’s full Council meeting tonight (9 March), three people were recognised by Councillors for their support to residents…

Knowsley Council, Livv Housing Group and One Knowsley recently joined forces to provide additional support for local voluntary, community, faith,…

From 28 February 2022, COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted as part of the Government’s ‘Living with COVID-19’ plans. there is…

The creativity and talents of individuals from across Prescot are being celebrated with a unique cultural project.

OFSTED and the CQC will be conducting a joint Local Area Inspection of our Special Educational Needs and / or Disabilities (SEND) services. 

Following a thorough recruitment process, Alison Lee has been appointed Knowsley’s Place Director, on the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board.

Knowsley Council has been awarded an iESE Certificate of Excellence for implementing the Invision360 EHCP Audit Tool, leading to improved…

National Careers Week commences this week (7 March 2022) and it is a celebration of careers guidance in education across…

Knowsley Council has launched an online Book of Solidarity for anyone wishing to express their thoughts and feelings about the unfolding conflict in Ukraine.

If you’ve been watching the plight of people in Ukraine and want to do something to help, here’s how you can do it.

Residents are being reminded that welfare benefit advice is free. Reports have been received of a company offer advice in…

Hundreds of school children across Knowsley were surprised by some special visitors this week, as 47 owls and pussy-cats were…

Journeys on the Liverpool City Region’s highways and transport network would become smoother and safer, under a new multi-million-pound investment…

Knowsley Council has been investing in the future of Bowring Park, including a loan to the company that will run it. Here’s why.

Knowsley residents who are not in employment, education or training can join an online event to find out more about careers in health and social care.

A new initiative has been launched in Knowsley to help women and girls feel safer on a night out in…

Knowsley Council is supporting National Empty Homes week which takes place from Monday 28 February until Sunday 6 March 2022.…

Knowsley’s New Dawn programme – which opened its year as the Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture – has been…

Roby Medical Centre was subject to vandalism last week and the surgery is currently closed. However, alternative temporary arrangements are…

Residents are invited to take part in a survey and have their say on planned improvements at St Kevin’s Public Open Space in Kirkby.

A virtual recruitment event for anyone interested in a rewarding career as a foster carer takes place on Tuesday, March 1.

At tonight’s Cabinet Meeting (23 February), Members endorsed the Knowsley Council Plan for the next three years. The Knowsley Council…

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet met tonight (23 February 2022) to consider the Council’s latest financial position and forecasts for the next…

In just 3 weeks, almost 18,000 people visited the earth sculpture, Gaia at St. Chad’s Church in Kirkby. The artwork…

With three storms hitting Knowsley in one week, Council Leader Graham Morgan has praised the swift response of the council and its partners.

Knowsley Council is committed to tackling the issue of dog fouling across the borough with a range of enforcement and behaviour change measures.

The countdown is on for the opening of the United Colors of Benetton childrenswear store in Kirkby Town Centre. The…

There are lots of ways you can contact the Council – many from the comfort of your own home.

Almost 50 couples said ‘I do’ as part of a special ceremony on the most romantic day of the year.

Local residents are being asked to share their stories and experiences of Huyton Village Centre and contribute to a new…

The school has been praised for its use of technology to help enhance pupils’ learning.

Knowsley Council has formally objected to proposals for a medical waste facility just outside the borough’s boundary – here’s why.

More than 2000 people visited Huyton Village Centre this weekend (Saturday 12 February) for the launch of light artworks, ‘Submergence’…

The Met Office has issued a Cold Weather Alert for strong winds and possible snow. Please follow the advice below…

Attending school regularly creates an established routine for children, providing them with opportunities to learn, develop, grow and socialise.

Find out more about Knowsley Parent Carer Voice – a community of people in the borough who have children with SEND.

Knowsley Council is making payments to frontline care workers in the borough, in recognition of their work throughout the pandemic.

Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Board met on 3 February to discuss the latest COVID-19 figures in the borough.

The ‘Cervical Screening Saves Lives’ campaign aims to highlight the benefits of cervical cancer screening and remind people that it can help stop cancer before it starts.

Knowsley Council and Liverpool Council have teamed up to deliver free webinars to raise awareness of learning disabilities and neurodiverse…

Children’s Mental Health Week focuses on the importance of promoting good mental health and wellbeing for children and young people.

A new trail of quirky creatures has appeared in Prescot town centre.

Knowsley is supporting Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, from 7 to 14 February 2022. The week raises awareness…

This prestigious event, which raises funds for the Mayor of Knowsley’s Charity, and Willowbrook Hospice, includes a delicious three course meal, a raffle and auction, live music and a DJ. 

Following the success of their businesses in Prescot and Aigburth, Doogle Donuts are expanding into Kirkby. In the coming weeks,…

This article was updated in August 2022 In December 2021, Knowsley Council granted planning permission for a new £80 million…

The next phase of Knowsley Council’s development plans for Kirkby Town Centre have taken another step forward with the appointment…

The ballot to allocate tickets for the New Dawn Spectacular at Knowsley Hall has now taken place and everyone who applied for tickets is being urged to check their emails to see if they have been successful. 

A delegation from Knowsley Council, One Knowsley and local interest groups were given a behind-the-scenes tour of improvement works underway at Court Hey Park

It’s only been open a few days and already, more than 4,400 people have visited St. Chad’s Church in Kirkby…

A new 0-25 Health and Wellbeing Service has been launched for local children, young people, and families across Knowsley. The…

How to check your status this national testing week.

We all need to look after our mental health, and by having conversations about it we can help ourselves and others.

The Range has confirmed it will be opening its doors at Cables Retail Park in Prescot. The national store will…

A new campaign to support families in Knowsley with their baby and toddler’s development.

The Wellpoint Kiosk is a self-service health kiosk based at Kirkby Leisure Centre until early September.

Guests attending the launch of Luke Jerram’s Gaia at St. Chad’s Church were treated to a moving performance by Prescot-born…

A campaign has been launched encouraging parents and guardians to ensure their children are vaccinated against MMR – measles, mumps and rubella.

Transformational upgrades to the Liverpool City Region’s busiest bus corridors to create ‘Green Bus Routes’ will begin this month, starting…

Knowsley Council has set out some facts in response to an article published by the Liverpool Echo on 24 January 2022 about financial support for Volair.

More than 2,400 people visited Court Farm Woods in Halewood last weekend to experience ‘The Magic Wood’, created as part…

The Learning Foundry is launching a range of new courses with routes into employment to help young people across the…

In March 2020, the Council asked the Kirkby community “What makes a good town centre?”  The results from this consultation…

Organisers of Knowsley’s Borough of Culture celebrations have now announced details of a second light installation that will come to…

Knowsley businesses affected by Omicron but excluded from the main Government support scheme can now access funding from the Liverpool City Region.

If you’ve ever thought about putting pen to paper to share your stories but didn’t know where to start, a…

At the meeting, the Board reviewed the latest data available and updates on the current level of COVID-19 cases in the Borough.

At the meeting, the Board reviewed the latest data available and updates on the current level of COVID-19 cases in the Borough.

A range of measures to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions are being installed at Huyton Library.

Home Bargains has today opened a new 25,600 feet2 store on the new retail development in Kirkby Town Centre.  The…

Across Knowsley, a new Community Vaccine Champions Programme is being launched, following a successful bid for £485,000 from the Department…

Huyton’s regeneration plans take another step forward with the expansion of the food and drink offer in the Village Centre.…

A number of alternative venues across Knowsley will continue to be used as polling stations at the forthcoming May elections.…

We’re appealing for members of the Black, Asian or other racial minority communities to take part in a new Knowsley creative project.

Knowsley pledges to do whatever is possible to protect vulnerable people from gambling harm.

At tonight’s Council meeting, the Leader of Knowsley Council highlighted a number of significant achievements and milestones reached over the…

Knowsley Council is continuing to deliver its priority of creating a  sustainable Borough as we recover from the pandemic. Pivotal…

Knowsley Council has approved the continuing absence of any elected member from Council meetings due to reasons associated with the…

As part of the Council’s constitution mid-year review, a recommendation to appoint an independent Chairperson for the Government and Audit…

Knowsley Council has been awarded £1.9m from the Government’s Household Support Fund which is being allocated through the Knowsley Better…

Following conversations on social media about reports of Asylum Seekers being accomodated in the Suites Hotel, Knowsley, the Council has clarified some of the answers to questions being raised. 

Knowsley Council has an ambitious ten year development plan for Huyton Village Centre. Whilst the pace of progress is slower…

Kirkby lights up for the start of Knowsley’s year as Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture

Home Bargains are about to open a brand new, larger store in Kirkby – creating 40 jobs and safeguarding an existing 25. Here’s what to expect…

Knowsley Council has agreed to invest a further £50,000 in Kirkby Town Centre after approving a refurbishment package for Kirkby…