SILVER JUBILEE BRIDGE – ADVANCE NOTICE OF NORTHBOUND LANE CLOSURES
From 8 January, northbound lane closures, controlled by temporary traffic lights will be in place on the Silver Jubilee Bridge as a major maintenance scheme gets underway. This may result in short delays for drivers at times – we apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause. The maintenance work includes painting to the […]
River of Life fountain undergoing maintenance
The fountain, also known as the Well of Light, as part of the River of Life memorial on Bridge Street is currently undergoing urgent repair and maintenance works Fencing has been put up around the entire memorial and will remain there until the works are completed. We are working to ensure the repair and maintenance […]
£200,000 SECURED TO FUND SAFER STREETS IN ST HELENS BOROUGH
More than £200,000 of funding has been awarded to St Helens Borough Council by Merseyside’s Police Commissioner to improve safety and protect women and girls in the night time economy. The council’s successful bid into the fifth round of the Government’s Safer Streets Fund was supported by PCC Emily Spurrell. The funding will be used […]
Queens Drive update
Following the tragic incident on Queens Drive, we understand many local residents want to know what is happening with the road. To assist, we have put together a list of Frequently Asked Questions to help answer some of your queries.UPDATE – 21/12/23Work is nearing completion on the installation of new flood sensors and signage which […]
Flights Supspended at Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Lufthansa has recently announced the suspension of its service from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, effective from February. The German airline had commenced its operation on this route in May 2022, connecting Liverpool to Frankfurt, a major financial hub in Germany. This connection was significant as it offered Liverpool passengers a gateway to a wide range […]
Motorists urged to plan ahead as bridge inspection works scheduled for the New Year
A series of lane closures are planned for the Mancunian Way and other bridges in the New Year. As part of the Council’s ongoing programme of essential bridge maintenance a nine-week programme of works will take place, starting from the evening of Sunday 7 January, 2024. While the Mancunian Way will only be affected by […]
Home to school transport consultation proposed
Children walking to school Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet will be debating whether to begin a consultation over changes to home to school transport, to bring the policy into line with the latest guidance from the Department for Education. The proposals would bring it into line with other big cities and neighbouring local authorities, and ensure […]
New Luxury Boutique Hotel to open today on 30 Hope Street in Liverpool
A new luxurious and exclusive boutique hotel will be opening its doors at 30 Hope Street today, the 11th December. Philharmonic Hotel has just 17 indulgent rooms, including a dreamy bridal suite, rooms with jacuzzi baths and/or waterfall showers. Some rooms and suites have a separate lounge and/or kitchen area but whether you are in a […]
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE AT HEART OF ST HELENS TOWN CENTRE PLANNING APPLICATION
A landmark project drawing on an ambitious vision to create a more vibrant, sustainable, and people-friendly town centre for St Helens has been formally submitted for a reserved matters planning consent today. Phase 1 covers 24 acres and will see a tired shopping centre replaced with a new town centre featuring stunning new buildings and […]
Revamp of historic Ropewalks District completed
A major makeover to Liverpool’s historic Ropewalks District has been completed. Highways contractors for Liverpool City Council have now finished a £5m programme to revamp four key streets in the heart of one the city centre’s night-time hotspots. The City Council received £5m from Liverpool City Region Combined Authority’s Strategic Investment Fund to undertake upgrades […]