Knowsley Town Council News
Registering To Vote
By now, your household should have received a voter registration form as part of the annual canvass. The document is designed to ensure that all eligible voters in your household are registered to vote. Being on the Council Tax register does not automatically mean that you... Read more
Fees And Charges Change
The Town Council has set new fees and charges for the hire of its facilities. The charges will be posted on this website and Town Council noticeboards. The new charges come into effect from Tuesday 1 April 2014. From that date, there will be NO concessionary pricing of... Read more
Happy Smiles!
Children across Knowsley should now have received a free 'healthy teeth pack' either through the post or via their health visitor. The pack (which includes a toothbrush and a handy guide to brushing teeth) is part of a drive to remind people of the importance of regular brushing... Read more
The Council's Services --- It's A Risky Business!
Risk management is a process whereby local authorities methodically assess the risks associated with what they do and the services that they provide. The focus of good risk management is to identify what can go wrong and take the necessary steps to avoid this or successfully... Read more
World TB Day --- Today!
World TB Day takes place today --- Monday 24 March 2014. The aim of the day is to raise awareness and understanding of Tuberculosis (TB). Tuberculosis is an infection. It is caused by a bacterium or germ that mainly affects the lungs. However, it can harm... Read more
Request For Floodlighting The MUGA....
At the meeting of the Town Council on Thursday 20 March, a request was made that the Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) at the Recreation Ground, Knowsley Village be floodlit in accordance with the planning permission granted in 1998. It was decided that a feasibility report be... Read more
Watch What You Heat!
Most fires in the home are started by cooking --- but many can be avoided. Many domestic cooking fires happen when people don't pay attention or leave things unattended. Remember the following safety tips: Cooking and drinking alcohol do not mix. Do not get distracted whilst cooking --- never leave food that... Read more
Dog Fouling Crackdown
It has been recently been announced that Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council has issued more than 4,000 fixed penalty notices in a tough crackdown on environmental anti-social behaviour. Enforcement officers have been patrolling the borough issuing £75 fines to people who are caught littering or failing to clean up after their... Read more
Election Result --- Stockbridge Ward
An election was held last week, on Thursday 13 March, to fill a vacancy for a Town Councillor in the Stockbridge Ward of the Town Council. The Deputy Returning Officer has published the following number of votes in support of each candidate: Gerard Francis Hill --- 116 votes Neil Francis... Read more
It's Election Day In Stockbridge Village
Today, Thursday 13 March 2014, is election day for a new councillor to fill a vacancy in the Stockbridge Ward of Knowsley Town Council. The successful candidate will become an elected member of the Town Council until May 2015 (when all sixteen Town Council seats... Read more
Let's Go Fly A Kite - Up To The Highest Height!
We all know the famous song written by Sherman and Sherman. Don't we? Well, what film does it come from and who were the two principal singers? Answers supplied at the foot of this post.... When was the last time you made or flew a... Read more
Vacancy For A Town Councillor
Following the recent passing of a serving elected member, notice is given that a vacancy has arisen for a Town Councillor in the Stockbridge Ward. If a poll is requested by not less than ten electors from the Stockbridge Ward of Knowsley Town Council, a by-election... Read more
Dinosaur Show Roars Into Knowsley!
Dinosaur fans have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get up close and personal with some truly amazing and lifelike prehistoric characters when the Dinosaur Zoo roars into Knowsley this week. After a successful spell in London's West End, the current Dinosaur Zoo's national tour arrives at Knowsley... Read more
Trial On Knowsley Section Of M62
A section of the M62 in Knowsley will be de-illuminated for a 12 month period. The trial, which began on Friday 8 March, concerns the lanes between junctions 5 and 6 of the motorway. The slip road onto and off the two junctions and... Read more
Council Sets Precept For New Financial Year!
At a meeting on Thursday 27 February 2014, the Town Council set its precept and budget for the new financial year (i.e. beginning 1 April 2014). The gross expenditure has been set at £362,648. The precept demand of £222,019.57 will result in an estimated Band 'D' equivalent cost of... Read more
International Women's Day 2014 --- This Saturday!
Each year, International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8. The Day celebrates the social, political and economic achievements of women whilst focusing world attention on areas requiring change. The first International Women's Day was held over a hundred years ago in 1911.... Read more
Domestic Abuse --- It's All About Choices
The Safer Knowsley Partnership's latest domestic abuse campaign is reminding residents that it is all about choices. Victims of domestic abuse often feel isolated. The domestic abuse campaign in Knowsley aims to raise awareness of the issue as well as letting people know that help is... Read more
Councillor Jean Hayes
It is with the very deepest regret that the Town Council announces the sad passing of Councillor Jean Hayes. Jean was initially elected in 1985 and had served as a councillor for almost 16 years. She represented the Stockbridge ward. The funeral was held on... Read more
Norovirus Advice For Residents!
Public health professionals in Knowsley have received a number of reports relating to a viral tummy bug called Norovirus. This can spread quickly and easily. The symptoms include diarrhoea and vomiting. People can still remain infectious for up to 48 hours after the last episode... Read more
Get Your Blue Bins Out!
Household waste is collected weekly, alternating between general waste one week and recycling the next. Garden waste is also collected every fortnight during the gardening season. Your garden waste (blue bin) collection starts again during the weeks commencing 24 February and Read more