Need to know

Members of the public are being reassured that there should be no impact on their health as a result of the fire in Prescot on Sunday.

Are you aged 65 or over? Would you – or someone you know – like help staying safe and independent at home? Then the latest Telecare devices may be the answer.

Gritting has started in Knowsley for the winter months. Find out everything you need to know about this essential service which helps keep the borough moving.

Take a look at the helpful advice about using antibiotics responsibly for Antibiotic Awareness Week.

We’ve got some top tips to keep you warm and well when the temperatures fall this winter.

Knowsley Council is showing its support for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month by lighting up the Greystone Footbridge.

A large number of potentially dangerous e-liquids have been removed from sale in Knowsley because they could cause harm to children.

A public consultation took place at the weekend allowing people in Kirkby to see St Modwen’s plans for their town centre.

Members of Knowsley Council met on Tuesday, 11 October at 6pm – find out what was discussed and watch the meeting in full.

Knowsley Council’s website has an exciting new look – making it easier than ever for you to find the information you need and report issues to us online.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet met this week. Here’s our quick guide to what was on the agenda, and what was agreed at the meeting.

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet will meet on Wednesday, 21 September at 5pm – here’s what’s on the agenda.

Today, we conclude this week’s look at how you will benefit from the Strategy for Knowsley by looking in more detail at public service reform.

Plans are well under way for the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to invest significantly in opportunities to deliver its ambitions for economic growth.

The children and families priority within the Strategy for Knowsley sets out how partners aim to keep people safe, healthy and financially secure.

Find out how the Strategy for Knowsley will help improve the health and wellbeing of people in the borough.

The Knowsley Partnership has set out its priorities around growth and jobs for the next four years.

Major work to improve the slip road on the A5300 Knowsley Expressway and A562 Speak Road junction is complete – and the route is now officially open to traffic.

The Knowsley Partnership has set out its vision for education in the borough in 2020.

Whether you are already a committed recycler, or are still unsure about what can and can’t be recycled, there are more household goods that can be recycled than you may realise…

If you experience a power cut, or have information about an electrical fault, it is now easier than ever to report the problem.

Find out which roads are closed in Knowsley in the coming days and weeks.

Paying your council tax is even easier, thanks to a new app which allows you to make payments to Knowsley Council using your smartphone or tablet.

Knowsley’s Cabinet and full Council met this week (29 June 2016) to consider a range of reports. Here is a summary of the decisions made.

The results are in: Find out how Knowsley voted in the EU Referendum.

Answers to key questions about the provision of A Levels in Knowsley.

As part of child safety week, we take a look at some top tips to help protect young people from harm at home and out and about.

Do you have an issue you want to report to the council – such as flytipping, a broken streetlight or your bin not being collected? Here’s how to do it online.

Private fostering is when a child lives with somebody other than their parents or a close relative. If that is the case for your child, did you know you must inform the local council?

Would you like to understand more about dementia, and how you can support the people affected by it? We have some top tips as part of Dementia Awareness Week.

Are you eligible for free childcare for your two-year-old?

Live updates from the count as the results come in from the Knowsley local elections.

We all have a responsibility to help keep children and young people safe – but would you recognise the signs which could suggest child sexual exploitation?

Microchipping your dog is now a legal requirement. Find out what you need to do to prevent losing your pet – and avoid a £500 fine.

Free sessions offering advice on benefits or money matters are now being held at Northwood Community Centre.

Each week we look at one of your commonly asked questions. This week: how to report a missed bin collection.

Leisure services in Knowsley are being protected for the future, thanks to the creation of a new ‘not for profit’ organisation to run them.

Don’t forget to make the most of your blue bin to make recycling your garden waste really easy.

Already a keen recycler? Take a look at this handy list for inspiration to help you reduce waste everywhere in your home…