Knowsley Town Council News
Green Flag Award In Stockbridge!
Generations working together to breathe new life into an area of Stockbridge have been recognised with a top national award. The Littlewoods of Stockbridge Village group working alongside the Stockbridge Junior Rangers have transformed a formerly neglected piece of land into a welcoming, attractive community open space. This achievement...
Wanted --- New Staff!
We are on the look out for two new members of staff to join us. Both jobs are permanent and we want to fill these vacancies as soon as possible. If you are interested, go to the 'Town Council Vacancies' page on this website. The page is...
Knowsley Flower Show This Sunday!
Knowsley's fabulous annual Flower Show returns this Sunday. The largest horticultural show in the North West will commemorate the centenary of World War One. Local soldiers will be in World War One uniform greeting visitors and hosting question and answer sessions. Prescot Museum will supply a range of...
Wanted --- New Staff!
We are on the look out for two new members of staff to join us. Both jobs are permanent and we want to fill these vacancies as soon as possible. If you are interested, go to the 'Town Council Vacancies' page on this website. The page is...
Volunteers Needed!
Knowsley Youth Offending Services is currently recruiting volunteers from diverse backgrounds to support Referral Community Panels. Panel members will work with young people to review the offence and develop a programme of restorative work. Interested? There is an open evening on Wednesday 30 July (between 6.00 p.m. and...
Maureen Clunan Award 2014
The Town Council decided to introduce the Maureen Clunan Award in recognition of the tireless community work undertaken by the late councillor. Maureen sadly passed away in December 2013 and it was felt that an annual award would be an appropriate tribute. The inaugural winner of the Award was Lynne...
Reflections Of Liverpool
The life of renowned photographer Edward Chambre Hardman will be explored in a talk by his friend Dr Peter Hagerty. Hardman spent over 60 years photographing the changing face of the Liverpool landscape and its people. The result is a stunning visual record of Liverpool's identity and culture. Dr...
Mayor's Celebration Evening
The Mayor of Knowsley Town Council, Councillor Dennis Baum welcomed guests to the annual celebration evening on Friday 4 July. Amongst the civic dignitaries was Councillor Frank Walsh (left in picture), Mayor of Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council. The evening officially recognised Councillor Baum's election as Mayor of the Town...
Local Plan Update
Knowsley's Local Plan outlines how the borough will develop in the future. It sets out a vision up to 2028 and seeks to ensure that Knowsley is the "Borough of Choice". The Core Strategy part of the Local Plan is currently subject to a Public Examination led by...
Knowsley Landlords' Forum
Private landlords can find out information about key topics at a forum hosted by Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council. The summer forum will feature key presentations on: Universal Credit in Knowsley - Department for Work and Pensions Housing Strategy theme development. The forum will be held in the Gallery at The Venue (formerly the...
Knowsley Small Grants Announcement!
The Community Chest and Small Grants for Community Health Initiatives are combining to encourage community empowerment and improve the wellbeing of Knowsley's residents. Applications are welcome from not for profit organisations (e.g. community groups, charities, social enterprises). Applicants can only apply for one of the following two funding programmes:
Prescot Festival Remembers World War One
The 10th annual Prescot Festival will be commemorating the centenary of the outbreak of World War One during June. Local schools will submit artwork to a special WW1-themed exhibition in Prescot's 17th Century parish church during the arts and music festival. The 'Local Heroes, Distant Voices' exhibition at Knowsley Park...
Free Summer Cycling In Stockbridge Village!
Summer is just about here --- and with it comes British Cycling's Sky Ride Local programme in Knowsley. Organised by British Cycling and Sky, Sky Ride Local offers local people the chance to join organised rides of varying distances and difficulties. Some rides are easy going spins, others...
Statement Of Accounts Published
At its recent Annual General Meeting, the Town Council considered and approved the Statement of Accounts for the year ending 31 March 2014. The Town Council produces its accounts on an annual basis and seeks to publish them as soon as possible. Every year, the accounts...
Town Council Approve Annual Return
At its recent Annual General Meeting, the Town Council considered and approved the Annual Return for the year ending 31 March 2014. The Annual Return is a statutory document that must be completed by the end of June every year. A summary of the Annual Return is...
Maureen Clunan Memorial Award 2014
Following the sad passing in December 2013 of former Councillor Maureen Clunan, the Town Council (with the full agreement of Maureen's family) decided to establish an annual award in tribute to her tireless work in the community. At the Annual General Meeting of the Town Council, it was announced...
Annual Report (2013/14) Approved
Following consideration at the Annual Town Meeting and Annual General Meeting of the Town Council, the Annual Report for the year ending 31 March 2014 has been approved. The Annual Report contains information on the Town Council's activities, councillors' contact details and a financial summary. The Annual Report will now go...
New Town Council Committees
At the Annual General Meeting on Thursday 29 May 2014, the Town Council resolved to establish five committees for the forthcoming municipal year. The newly-formulated Committees are as follows: Human Resources; General Purposes And Community Grants; Local Government Governance; Environment; Mayor's Charity.
New Mayor For The Town Council
At the Annual General Meeting on Thursday 29 May 2014, the Town Council elected its Mayor for the next municipal year. The new Mayor is Councillor Dennis Baum. Councillor Baum represents the Stockbridge Ward and is no stranger to the position of Council Chairman. He was Chairman of...
Consultation On Fire Station Mergers
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority are consulting over proposed changes to fire and rescue cover in Knowsley. The Authority is proposing to close both Huyton and Whiston Fire Stations. A new community fire station is proposed to be built in Prescot. You can find out more and have your...