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Publication Date:-
'2023-09-08

 
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Sefton Council to Face Court Hearing Over Historic Abuse Claims

SEFTON Borough Council could face trial in the civil courts over allegations of physical and sexual abuse at:- Formby High School between:- 1975 and 1992. Court proceedings are going to be issued shortly by Andrew Grove and Co Solicitors in Cambridgeshire on behalf of a group of 57 former pupils who are suing the local authority for the abuse they suffered at the hands of the former Head of Lower School Ian Farquharson...

Little Scare lings get in the Halloween spirit at Dobbies' Southport store Garden Centre

DOBBIES, the UK's leading garden centre, is inviting children in Southport to its great value Little Scare lings event this Halloween, guaranteed to get them feeling pumpkin tastic with a treasure trove of family friendly...

Our Eurovision Coverage - Part 3

LIVERPOOL'S annual River of Light festival will make its return to the City Centre next month, once again showcasing illuminated art installations created by the most innovative light artists from across the world. Following on from 2022's huge success which welcomed 250,000 visitors...

Main picture (left to right) - David Whitehouse, Lynne Baird and Cllr Keiran Casey

Avanti West Coast team up with charity to roll out bleed kits at stations

BLEED control kits have been installed at all of Avanti West Coast's managed stations after the train operator backed a charity campaign to spread awareness of their importance. Avanti West Coast has partnered with The Daniel...

Merseyrail signs up to British Transport Police APP scheme

MERSEYRAIL have signed up to a new British Transport Police (BTP) app that aims to help passengers feel as safe as possible whilst travelling on the rail network. The Railway Guardian app is a 2 way communication platform between British Transport Police and passengers, designed to encourage the...

 

Liverpool 1 enlists hundreds of talented young people for its Christmas celebrations

FOR the 1st time ever, Liverpool 1 has teamed up with local Schools to help launch the festive season. Hundreds of talented youngsters from across Liverpool City Region are set to officially kick off...

Programme Director appointed to Liverpool City Region 's £2.3m Race Equality Hub

AN experienced community activist and passionate campaigner for racial justice has been appointed as Programme Director for the new Liverpool City Region Race Equality Hub. Born in...

All you need is love... and a Lurcher

THE team at Dogs Trust Merseyside is urging anyone with a dog shaped hole in their life to consider adopting 1 of the Lurchers in their care. Lurchers are sighthounds (such as a:- Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki) crossed with another breed and therefore differ...

NICEIC Warns Online Tutorials Could Put Lives at Risk

NICEIC the UK's leading electrical certification body, has launched a campaign to warn consumers of the dangers of online DIY tutorials that could be encouraging them to tackle jobs they are not qualified for. Platforms...

 
 
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Tackling the 'sugar epidemic' among children

CHILDREN in Liverpool could be having the equivalent of up to 20 cubes of sugar a day in:- cereals, drinks and snacks; leading to 1,000 youngsters having teeth removed every...

Thomas secures coveted role at Liverpool's renowned restaurant:- 'The Art School'

HUGH Baird College is celebrating the achievement of Thomas Downey, a graduate of its L20 Hotel School, who secured a front of house...

North West Paints A Bleak Picture With 67% of People Yet To Make A Will, Survey Finds

A shocking 67% of people in the North West do not have a will, new research has found. A poll commissioned by charity will writing campaign Will Aid, found that nationally 59% of the population do not have paperwork protecting their...

Southport Comedy Festival 2023 has launched its search for the next Southport New Comedian of the Year

ASPIRING comedians from all over the country have been invited to apply to win:- 1 of 8 places, in the grand final which takes place on:- Tuesday, 10 October 2023, as part of the...

 

‘Mersey Cares' charity launched with link up with ZSA in live:- 'train a thon'

A new charity is teaming up with the Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) in a live online 'train a thon' designed to help those that take part with the skills...

Residents urged to know their blood pressure numbers

UP to 31,000 people in Liverpool have got high blood pressure and do not know it. High blood pressure is responsible for ½ of all heart attacks and strokes in the UK...

Hugh Baird College Launches Early Years / Childcare Apprenticeships

HUGH Baird College is excited to announce the launch of its Early Years / Childcare Apprenticeships at Level 2 and Level 3, aimed at employers...

  

British Heart Foundation Southport appeals for volunteers

THE BHF Southport Home Store is appealing to the local community to get involved and donate the gift of time by volunteering. The store is...

 

Liverpool Makes Post War Pledge to Odesa to Cement Eurovision Legacy

LIVERPOOL and the Ukrainian City of Odesa are preparing to sign a historic Memorandum of Understanding. This new development will continue...

Fitton Estates in Southport is launching a new Commercial Property Management arm

THE new service is being provided following regular requests from existing clients. Fitton Estates, which has an office on:- Hoghton Street, in...

Your safety matters; serious violence consultation launches

PEOPLE across Merseyside are being asked to help shape a new strategy with the aim of reducing serious violence across our Region. Willing residents will be asked to share their thoughts on the impact of violence on...

North West housing association set industry benchmarks for community safety

RESOLVE UK has praised 1 Vision Housing for its:- 'exemplary' approach to community safety that is setting benchmarks for anti social behaviour services...

 

5 ways to protect your garden against rising temperatures

WITH temperatures set to sore around the UK and Met Office issuing an extreme heat warning, it's more important than ever to protect your garden and its content from...

World famous prankster and TikTok record breaker Simon Brodkin stars at Southport Comedy Festival

DUE to overwhelming demand, renowned prankster, award winning Comedian and Lee Nelson, Creator Simon Brodkin, is extending his latest stand up show, Screwed Up, to over...

Communities urged to apply for £2m funding to save treasured local institutions

PUBS, community halls, gardens, sports clubs and other treasured locations across the UK can benefit from up to £2 million in Government funding each through the...

Loaf Agency delivers Merseyrail's Leisure Campaign

LOAF Agency, Ancoats, Manchester; has recently partnered with Merseyrail to deliver their Leisure Campaign after winning a 6 way pitch to deliver the leisure campaign...

 

Where new builds outstrip their construction cost

IT costs over twice as much to buy a property than to build 1 in England, suggesting house prices are being fired up well beyond their natural level. That's according to analysis from Searchland, the development site sourcing...

Liverpool's visitor behaviour data has published a comprehensive report

PLACE Informatics, the leading provider of footfall and location visitor behaviour data has published a...

"I'm a vet, and here's how to keep your pets safe in a heatwave"

WITH the Met Office predicting new global temperature records and parts of the UK reaching 32 degrees this September, vets are warning pet owners in the UK to take precautions against an already dangerous time for pets. "During heatwaves, it is of great importance that your pets are summer ready too. Make sure they are up to date with their health checks..."

Gas Safety Concerns Emerge as UK Households Make Compromises

INSIGHTS emerging from a recent study conducted by the Gas Safe Register underscore a disconcerting trend which reveals that almost 31% of UK homeowners are poised to forego their annual gas safety checks this year, all in a bid to alleviate the strain on their household finances. This worrisome development has prompted Alpha, heating...

 

Shedding Light on Suicide Prevention Day - Understanding the Signs and Causes

AS the world comes together to observe Suicide Prevention Day, on:- 10 September 2023, it's increasingly importance we recognize the signs of suicidal behaviour and increase people's understanding of the underlying reasons that drive...

Night time driving laws you need to know about as the evenings get darker

INTERNATIONAL Drivers Association are issuing a warning as the nights are getting darker, rule 248 of the UK Highway Code stipulates that if you are parking your vehicle on a road with a speed limit higher than 30 mph at...

Liverpool charity urges suicidal men to reach out for help as World Suicide Prevention Day approaches

LIVERPOOL charity James' Place has urged suicidal men to reach out to them for help as World Suicide Prevention Day approaches. The charity offers free, life saving treatment to men in suicidal...

Landmark survey seeks women's views on experiences of reproductive health

WOMEN across England are being encouraged to help shape future reproductive health policy by sharing their experiences of a range of issues, as the Government launches a new landmark survey. Delivering on a key...

 

Government delivers extra £50 million home adaptation funding

50 million pounds has been allocated to local authorities to help older people and those with disabilities live safely and independently in their own homes. Delivered jointly by the Department of Health and Social Care and the...

Silver medals for Preston's Pandemic City Hero Award winner

A University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Director has won 2 silver medals at an international tournament showcasing the traditional Chinese well being practice of Qigong. Feixia Yu, the...

Hundreds of new zero emission buses to connect communities in England

PEOPLE across the country, including those in the most rural communities, will be able to make greener and cleaner journeys thanks to new funding for zero emission buses (ZEBs). The Transport Secretary on...

The average British lives up to 74.4 years old; here are 5 tips to live longer!

IN the UK, the average life expectancy is 74.4 years. Factors such as low physical activity and smoking can elevate the risk of death by:- 30% to 45%. Additionally, stress, binge drinking, poor...

 

School spends per pupil revealed, but how does your local area rank against the rest?

RESEARCH by finance specialists, RIFT, has shown that no less than 14 areas of England have seen a reduction in School budgets when it comes to the Individual...

RCOT issues advice for people with fatigue during heatwave

WITH parts of the country experiencing their hottest temperatures of the year this week, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has issued advice for people with fatigue, who may feel much more tired in...

British cyber tech company protects the personal devices of 'high risk' pupils

A British cybersecurity tech company has launched a state of the art cybersecurity technology and concierge service aimed at protecting the personal devices of 'high risk' School pupils and students at exclusive...

 


 

 

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