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EditorSeptember 27, 2024

More than 120,000 young people have received cycle safety training across Liverpool City Region

It has been announced that more than 120,000 young people across the Liverpool City Region have benefited from free cycle…

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EditorSeptember 27, 2024

First look at new livery for Liverpool City Region’s publicly run buses as Mayor announces major expansion of electric fleet

Mayor Steve Rotheram has unveiled the new livery for the Liverpool City Region’s publicly run buses as he announced a…

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Important changes affecting public car parking across Wirral are on the horizon. The key highlights of the proposals are:- Inflationary increases in charges at all council-owned car parks and on-street parking bays where fees already apply Increase in charges for resident parking schemes Introduction of charges at council-owned car parks and on-street parking bays that had been previously free Introduction of a £1 charge to park overnight (between 6.30pm and 8am) at all council-owned car parks on on-street parking bays The introduction of new charges for car parking and the overnight parking charge are subject to the adoption of a new Traffic Regulation Order (TRO), which is a legal requirement that involves consultation with residents. That consultation launches on 25th September and runs for four weeks. There is no requirement to consult on the increase in fees in areas where charges were already present. Introducing more paid-for parking controls will help address the challenges and future parking impacts by managing traffic, congestion, and ensuring regular turnover of spaces in line with the approved Wirral Parking Strategy. The changes also support the strategy in aligning and supporting other policies and initiatives, such as the Cool Wirral campaign to encourage local climate-related action. Charging would allow the council to meet the costs of continuing to provide dedicated public car parking into the future in a fair and equitable manner, ensuring that any new parking plans are self-financing. Blue Badge holders will not need to pay for parking as long as they clearly display their Blue Badge. The findings of the consultation will be reported back to the Environment, Climate Emergency and Transport Committee later this year for a decision. Members will also be asked to decide on the proposal to increase fees in areas where charges were already present. More details about the consultation can be found at: Car Parking Charges - Traffic Regulation Orders Consultation 2024 | Have your say Wirral.

EditorSeptember 26, 2024

Changes affecting car parking across Wirral are on the horizon

Important changes affecting public car parking across Wirral are on the horizon. The key highlights of the proposals are:- Inflationary…

Community

EditorSeptember 26, 2024

New Sainsbury’s store to serve growing community at Millers Quay

Plans for a new Sainsbury’s Local store at Millers Quay, Wirral Waters, have been submitted to Wirral Council. Open between the…

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EditorSeptember 25, 2024

Liverpool launches Council Tax Support Scheme consultation

Liverpool City Council is consulting on future options for its Council Tax Support Scheme affecting working age people. Council Tax…

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EditorSeptember 25, 2024

Liverpool Student Lettings Celebrates 10 Years of Success: A Decade of Service to Students, Professionals, and Landlords

In the heart of Liverpool’s thriving housing market, Liverpool Student Lettings (LSL) marks a significant milestone this month: ten years…

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EditorSeptember 21, 2024

Blueprint for the future of public transport network in the spotlight

A blueprint for the future of the public transport network supported by Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram will be…

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EditorSeptember 21, 2024

Green light for £96 million plan for Liverpool Baltic Station

Local leaders have approved a £96 million funding package to build the Liverpool Baltic station, as part of Mayor Steve…

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EditorSeptember 20, 2024

Quick-thinking Lifestyles staff save man’s life

A grandfather who suffered a heart attack at Lifestyles Ellergreen Leisure Centre has praised Council staff for saving his life,…

Community

EditorSeptember 19, 2024

Last chance to have your say on the next steps in Bootle’s transformation

A consultation that gives Sefton residents the opportunity to share their views on the planning application stage of the Bootle…

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More than 120,000 young people have received cycle safety training across Liverpool City Region

First look at new livery for Liverpool City Region’s publicly run buses as Mayor announces major expansion of electric fleet

Changes affecting car parking across Wirral are on the horizon

New Sainsbury’s store to serve growing community at Millers Quay

Liverpool launches Council Tax Support Scheme consultation

Liverpool Student Lettings Celebrates 10 Years of Success: A Decade of Service to Students, Professionals, and Landlords

Blueprint for the future of public transport network in the spotlight

Green light for £96 million plan for Liverpool Baltic Station

Quick-thinking Lifestyles staff save man’s life

Last chance to have your say on the next steps in Bootle’s transformation

Three Sefton parks voted as a “Local Favourite” in the Fields in Trust’s UK’s Favourite Parks 2022 award

New bee-friendly bus shelter with ‘living roof’ installed at Mersey Ferries terminal

New Digital Skills Lab to Tackle Skills Gap in Merseyside launches

Family Law expert at Astraea Linskills gives top 5 tips for amicable divorce

Liverpool City Council appoint team to kick-start next phase in Anfield regeneration

Launch marks major milestone on Mayor Steve Rotheram’s journey to build a London-style transport network