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COUNCIL CLEAR THE WAY FOR PROPOSED HALSNEAD GARDEN VILLAGE PLAN
CO UNCI L ADO PTS HALSNEAD GARDEN V I L L AG E MAS TERPL AN nowsley Council has adopted the Halsnead Garden Village Masterplan SPD following Cabinet approval.
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The masterplan is a clear statement of the council’s ambitions for Knowsley’s largest development site setting out the vision and objectives for a vibrant, new settlement, including a new residential community, a large employment area, a new country park, a new primary school, and early years provision and other new or improved outdoor community facilities. The masterplan reflects Halsnead’s Garden Village status and emphasises the council’s commitment to deliver the highest standards of design and development quality. Cllr Graham Morgan, Knowsley’s cabinet member for regeneration and economic development said: “The adoption of the Halsnead Garden Village Masterplan is vital to support, encourage and guide investment in and the development of this large site over the next 18 years. “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create a new place. A place that will help to create hundreds of new jobs, contribute towards the city region economy and also generate additional income for the council to help to us deliver essential services. “The council is already working with a number of developers and we are hopeful that by the autumn we will have received a planning application for part of the site. This clearly demonstrates that Knowsley’s growth ambition is becoming a reality. “Our ambition is to create a unique Garden Village settlement in Knowsley which provides high quality housing
and employment along with a new primary school and country park. The Masterplan will help us to achieve this.” The Halsnead Masterplan states that the development must deliver: • Approximately 1,600 new homes • Employment land of at least 22.5 hectares • Approximately 33 hectares of green space • Enhancements to Lickers Lane playing fields • A new country park • A new primary school and Early Years provision forming a community hub • Access for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists The development of this site could create more than 900 new permanent jobs and £40.5m of Gross Value Added to the economy of the Liverpool City Region. During the construction period, the site will also deliver 160 temporary construction jobs and £7m of Gross Value Added to the economy. Developers will be required to make appropriate financial contributions to the provision of a Primary School and Early Years facility, healthcare facilities, public open space, the enhancement of Lickers Lane playing fields and highways and transport infrastructure. • From Wednesday 5 July, the Halsnead Garden Village Masterplan Supplementary Planning Document will be available on the council’s website and copies will also be available in council libraries and One Stop Shops.
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SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED FOR PRESCOT MARKET PLACE COMPETITION The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlist for the design competition to reimagine Prescot’s Market Place. The global design competition, which was launched in May invited design concepts from architect or landscape architect–led teams to redesign the currently unused public open space as part of the Prescot Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI) and wider regeneration of Prescot town centre. There were 45 entries to the competition which has been overseen by RIBA on behalf of the THI. The shortlisted teams, who will now work up their design proposals in more detail, are: • Blackstaff Architects, Belfast • Charles Tashima Architecture, London • Mark Wray Architects, Bath • OMI Architects, Manchester • Periscope Studio, London
Cllr Graham Morgan, Knowsley’s cabinet member for regeneration and economic development said: “The Prescot THI is a fantastic initiative and we’re delighted that this shortlisting will take us one step closer to creating a development which will change the face of Prescot. “The redesign of Market Place will create a vibrant special space in the heart of the town centre which will complement other amazing developments including the new Shakespeare North Playhouse and the multiplex cinema, making Prescot even more attractive to visitors, residents and businesses.” The redesign of Market Place is the single biggest project of the Prescot THI and will have a considerable impact on the look, feel and function of Prescot Town Centre. Over the past four years the ambitious initiative has invested £1.6million in the
conservation and celebration of Prescot’s historic buildings, spaces and the town’s past and has levered in over £400,000 of private investment. To date, ten buildings in Prescot town centre have been, or are being, repaired
and restored to their former glory.
Next steps The shortlisted teams have been invited to submit their developed design to the evaluation panel. During early August these designs
will be displayed in a public exhibition for people to view and comment on. The final design winner will be announced in August 2017 and work is expected to start in early 2018.
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Flower Power comes to Knowsley this August The spirit of the Summer of Love will be captured this summer in two fantastic, free family events at Court Hey Park in Huyton. Both the Knowsley Flower Show and Feelgood Festival will be harking back to the Summer of ’67 with a packed schedule of flower power inspired fun and entertainment. Taking place on the weekend of 5 and 6 August, visitors can expect the usual blend of good food, music, activities and entertainment at both events. This year’s Feelgood Festival, on Saturday 5 August from 1-5pm, is packed with activities, performances and experiences to help improve your health and wellbeing. It’s a chance to try mindful yoga, various fitness and sporting activities with Volair and complementary therapies. You can join in with drawing and painting classes or a ‘Feeling Funny’ workshop with the Comedy Trust, and browse a selection of wellbeing craft stalls. Lush Spa Liverpool will be offering complementary taster treatments and Boots pharmacy will offer health advice and summer makeovers. Children will love entertainment from Zippie and the Bubble Man! In the main arena there’ll be entertainment from Jan Williams Dance School, En Chord singers and
Charlie Reader singing summer hits from the last 50 decades, including the Beatles. Plus you can browse the stalls at the Geraud Farmer’s Market in the clearing. Then, on Sunday 6 August, you can expect even more flower power at the Knowsley Flower Show from 11am until 5pm. As usual, at the show’s heart will be the breathtaking floral marquee, bursting with potentially prize-winning fruit, vegetables and flowers. Get growing and you could be entering your pride and joy into one of the 100 categories, suitable for both novices and experienced growers alike. Download the schedule of classes now at www.knowsleyflowershow.com and view the special classes themed around 50 Summers of Love. Certainly, keen gardeners will love the many plant and seed stalls offering great value, and the chance to get expert tips at the Gardener’s Question Time event. As usual there will also be the rich programme of family entertainment, including dog displays in the main arena, Geraud’s large farmers’ market, circus skills, glitter faces and a health and wellbeing zone plus lots of trade stands. MATE Productions will be there on the day with free half hour sessions of
pop-up Romeo and Juliet. Music will be provided by some fantastic live musicians from En Chord performing at ‘Little Glasto’, elsewhere you’ll find the BoogieWondervan playing hits from the last 50 summers. There’ll also be a Health and Wellbeing Zone with plants, honey sellers and the chance to make your own bat and bee boxes. At both events, children are invited to dress up in 60s or 70s fashion and join in the Summer of Love fancy dress parade around the site at 1pm to get the event off to a fantastic start – and there’ll be great prizes on offer for the best costumes. Register now through Knowsley’s Children’s Centres or call 0151 443 5749 for an entry form. Both events are completely free, and are part of a wider programme of more than 60 Summer of Love events taking place across the City Region this summer. You can find out more about the other events at https://www.cultureliverpool.co.uk/su mmer-of-love/ Make sure you take a look at the Knowsley Flower Show website at www.knowsleyflowershow.com which gives details of the free shuttle buses in and around Knowsley and ‘like’ the show on Facebook for all the latest news.
FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE ACROSS KNOWSLEY Huyton Huyton interchange From 10.30 and every half hour til 3.30 calling at Bowring Park Golf Club and Court Hey Park Return to Huyton Interchange from 10.45 and every half hour until 5.25 Halewood Halewood Shopping Centre From 11.00 and every hour til 3.30 calling at Higher Road, Mackets Lane, Belle Vale, Court Hey Park Return to Halewood Shopping Centre from 11.30 and every hour until 5.23 Kirkby Kirkby Town Centre Bus Station From 11.00 every hour til 3.00 calling at Bowring Park Golf Course, Court Hey Park Return to Kirkby Town Centre Bus Station from 11.30 til 5.55 Knowsley Village via Stockbridge Village Knowsley Lane From 10.15 and every hour calling at Stockbridge Lane/Hillside Avenue, Stockbridge Village Neighbourhood Centre, Woolfall Heath/Hillside Avenue, Hillside Road/Hazel Road - Longview Shops, Court Hey Park Return to Knowsley Lane from 11.00 til 5.35 Whiston/Prescot Whiston Village From 11.00 calling at Prescot Bus Station, Huyton Lane/The Wetlands/Marshfield Close, Court Hey Park Return to Whiston Village from 11.30 til 5.00
4 July 2017
Green candidate wins Prescot seat The Green Party have won their third seat on Prescot Town Council – this time without the need for an election. No one stood to contest the ward, so sole candidate Pat Cook was announced the new member for Prescot East. The seat was made vacant by the resignation of Labour town councillor Kath Swales for personal reasons earlier this year. Ms Cook is now one of three Green members on the mostly Labour council, along with Kai Taylor and Joanne Burke.
Prescot’s Got Talent 2017 open for auditions Prescot’s Got Talent is back for a second year, and organisers are searching for the next big stars to take part. The 2017 contest takes place on Saturday 7 October, but the hunt is already on for finalists. Auditions take place in August, and you have till 30 July to apply. Whether you can sing, dance, act, tell jokes, play the spoons or wrestle tigers in your pajamas, if you think you can entertain a crowd, Prescot’s Got Talent wants to hear from you. Whatever your talent and whatever your age, you are invited to audition for October’s big final. There are two categories – Adults and Under-16s. For further details email the team at prescottalent@gmail.com
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME FOR LOCAL PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES HAILED A SUCCESS Last year, Knowsley Council offered year-long internships for 11 adults who have learning difficulties or disabilities and are seeking work experience. The programme offered a year’s work placement with the aim of helping them to secure future employment. The internship, which commenced in September 2016, is now nearing completion and nine of the interns have secured a 12 month contract with the Council and other local employers whilst the other two are being supported into other training and employment opportunities. The 2016 intake has been working across various council teams such as security, business support and catering. They have been given continuous support with their placement and have been assigned a job coach through the Council’s 14-19 team. Due to the success of the programme, recruitment for a further intake in 2017 has already commenced. Cllr Joan Lilly, cabinet
member for children’s services, said: “I’m delighted with the progress our interns have made in such a short space of time. Their placements have given them the opportunity to gain invaluable life and work skills which has helped them to secure employment. “Feedback from the interns, parents and Council staff has been extremely positive and that’s why the programme is continuing with recruitment already commencing for the 2017 intake. Well done to everyone involved.” Intern, Anthony Cunningham said: “I have really enjoyed working for the Council and I can’t wait to get into work. I’ve been working in transport at Stretton Way and the skills I have developed over the year have included time management, communication, team work and information technology as well as increasing my confidence and social skills. “I really appreciate the opportunity I’ve been given to not only improve my skills, but to secure employment too!”
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SIX TO FACE HILLSBOROUGH CHARGES Former Chief Superintendent David Duckenfield will face 95 charges of manslaughter and five other senior figures will be prosecuted over the 1989 Hillsborough disaster. Mr Duckenfield was the match commander at the FA Cup semi-final when 96 Liverpool fans were fatally injured in a crush. Ex-South Yorkshire Police (SYP) Chief Inspector Sir Norman Bettison, two officers, a solicitor and a Sheffield Wednesday club secretary will also face charges. Last year, new inquests into the disaster at the Liverpool v Nottingham Forest match, held at Sheffield Wednesday’s ground, concluded the fans had been unlawfully killed. Hillsborough campaigners said the charges will “send a message about accountability”. The inquests found that Liverpool supporters were not responsible for the dangerous situation at the Leppings Lane turnstiles. For legal reasons, Mr Duckenfield
cannot be charged over the death of the 96th victim, Tony Bland, as he died four years after the disaster. The full list of individuals and charges are: • Mr Duckenfield, 72, faces manslaughter by gross negligence of 95 men, women and children • Sir Norman, 61, faces four charges of misconduct in a public office relating to alleged lies he told in the aftermath about the culpability of fans • Graham Mackrell, former Sheffield Wednesday club secretary, will be accused of breaching Health and Safety and Safety at Sports Ground legislation • Peter Metcalf, who was a solicitor acting for SYP, is charged with perverting the course of Justice, relating to changes to witness statements • Former Ch Supt Donald Denton and former Det Ch Insp Alan Foster are accused of perverting the course of justice The defendants, other than Mr Duckenfield, will appear at Warrington
VILLAGES HOUSING ASSOCIATION MOVE TO REASSURE RESIDENTS Nigel Sedman, director of investment and regeneration at ForViva, within which Villages Housing Association (VHA) is a group member has moved to reassure residents about the safety of the Villages high rise flats. Nigel said: “Our thoughts are with all those affected by the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower in London recently. We want to reassure anyone living in a Villages high rise building that the safety of customers is our top priority. “We want to reassure everyone that our high rise buildings are all fully compliant with all existing fire safety regulations. “Our high rise blocks have been designed to contain and prevent the spread of fire, and external refurbishments have been carried out using different systems and materials to those used at Grenfell Tower in London. “The safety of customers is our priority so please read the advice on www.villages.org.uk about how to be fire safe. As always, our local teams are on hand to advise customers too. Just email hello@villages.org.uk or call 0300 123 5522.” The association has recently marked
Magistrates' Court on 9 August. The CPS brought charges following referrals from the Operation Resolve investigation into the causes of the disaster and the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) probe. Assistant Commissioner Rob Beckley, from Operation Resolve, said: “Our inquiry looked at all aspects of the event, including the planning and the preparation for the game, the safety of the stadium and the response by the emergency services.” Campaigner Trevor Hicks, whose daughters Victoria, 15, and Sarah, 19, died in the disaster, said: “There will be six people facing criminal charges who might not have done if we hadn’t been resilient and all stuck together and fought this long fight. “There are no winners in this, it doesn’t
bring anybody back. “What it does do is send a message about accountability, as we keep saying, that nobody but nobody is above the law; be it the police or anybody else.” Chairwoman of the Hillsborough Family Support Group, Margaret Aspinall, whose son James, 18, was killed, said: “This is definitely the start of the end. “I think everybody needs that, I think we all need peace from Hillsborough but we can never have peace until we’ve got truth, justice, accountability. Mr Duckenfield and Mr Denton’s legal representative Ian Lewis, from JMW Solicitors said: “It would be inappropriate for me as their solicitor, or for my clients themselves, to make any comment”. Whilst Sir Norman Bettison has said he is “disappointed to be charged” and will “vigorously defend” his innocence.
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Fire Safety Week and have run a campaign with a series of activities and information on how to keep safe in all kinds of homes. VHA has said: “As always, local staff teams are on hand in the community to advise and reassure anyone who feels concerned”.
LLIBRE VERMELL AT ST ALBERT’S
A summer concert will be held at St Albert the Great, Stockbridge Village on Saturday 22 July at 7.00pm. Roberto Tardito, an Italian singer and musician will be coming to St Albert’s as part of a Europe-wide tour. He will be singing (to the sound of acoustic instruments) a range of medieval devotional songs. The manuscripts of these songs were discovered at the famous monastery of Montserrat in Spain, and the collection is known as Llibre Vermell. Tickets, £10 each, are available from St Albert's Tel: 0151 228 7126, or email: stalberts@rcaolp.co.uk The Parish Centre will be open after the concert.
Newly refurbished pub and function room available to hire for all occassions. Christenings, Communions, Birthday Parites, Baby Showers... Short notice funerals no problem! £50 (returnable) deposit required to secure room. To book call 07540 231 553 / 0151 546 378 or pop into the pub!
6 July 2017
WALKERS ADD A SPLASH OF COLOUR TO THE MOONLIGHT FOR HOSPICE
ver 600 people had a ‘splashing time’ as they took to the streets of St Helens and Knowsley as part of Willowbrook Hospice’s annual Moonlight Walk on Saturday 10 June. Now in its eleventh year, walkers got in the mood with entertainment provided by DJ Terryoake, dancers from the Jan Williams Theatre School and the Anvil Street Drummers. Just before the start of the walk, the sky turned into a sea of pink as people remembered and celebrated the lives of their loved one with a special balloon release. Following a countdown from Willowbrook’s fundraising manager, Nichola Saunders, the walkers were off with many choosing to take part in a special colour splash before taking on either the original 12 km route or a ‘mini moonlight’ of 6km. On their return, every walker received
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a well-earned Moonlight Walk medal and refreshments. Nichola said: “This year’s Moonlight Walk was extra special – not only because this year is the hospice’s 20th anniversary but also because it’s the first time we’ve included a colour splash at the start of the walk. “The atmosphere on the night was electric and it was lovely to see so many people coming together to remember their loved ones and to help raise much needed funds to ensure that we as a hospice can continue to care and support our patients and their families. “On behalf of Willowbrook I’d like to thank every single person who was involved with the event, whether as a walker, a steward or a volunteer!” Willowbrook Hospice has been open since 1997 and costs over £4million a year to run, the majority of which needs to be raised through the effort of the communities which it serves.
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Entertainment News TUESDAY 8 JULY SEWING BEE AT HUYTON LIBRARY 10am – 12pm Huyton Library, Civic Way, Huyton, L36 9GD. Come along to Huyton Library for our Sewing Bee adult activity. Work toward your own personalised gift. All levels welcome. Contact: 0151 443 3734, huyton.library@knowsley.gov.uk INTERMEDIATE WALKING - HALEWOOD 1pm – 3pm Halewood Park, Okell Drive. Halewood, L26 7XB. Intermediate walking 3-4 miles (approx. 2 hours) Please call 488 6151 for more information KNIT & NATTER GROUP - HALEWOOD LIBRARY 2:30pm – 3:30pm The Halewood Centre, Roseheath Drive, Halewood, L26 9UH. Bring along any project you are doing, knitting or crochet. Swap patterns and ideas, make new friends and have a cuppa and a chat. Please ask branch staff for more details or call 443 2086 KIRKBY GIRLS PROJECT 6:00pm – 8:30pm Westvale Community and Youth Centre, Richard Hesketh Drive, Kirkby L32 0TZ. Generic youth club activities including arts and crafts, sports, game station, issue-based provision and youth centred projects. For young women aged 11 to 19. Cost free. Contact: Lyn Pye on 0151 443 4466, lyn.pye@youthmutual.co.uk RUNNING SESSIONS (AGES 16 - ADULT) - HALEWOOD 7pm – 8pm Halewood Environment Centre, Okell Drive, Halewood, L26 7XB. Road running sessions delivered by Knowsley Harriers Athletics Club for both beginners and more experienced runners. Ages 16+. Free See www.knowsleyharriers.com/ for further details WEDNESDAY 5 JULY MEMORY LANE - KNOWSLEY DEMENTIA CARE SUPPORT 10am – 2pm Arncliffe Sports and Community Centre, Arncliffe Road, Halewood, L25 9PA. Our aim is to provide emotional & practical support to carers - respite groups, functions, advice. We also endeavour to provide stimulating care for those with dementia. On Thursdays we run a group from 10am-2pm at the Old School House, St John's Road, Huyton, L36 0UX Contact details: 07858 032 490, kdcsmemorylane@live.co.uk
ADULT CLASSES Line Dancing A Class For Adults of Any Age - A fun way to keep fit for all ages. At: Huyton Gateway. Price: £3 Time: Wed 10-11am Yoga A Class For Adults of Any Age - A gentle Hatha Yoga class. At: Huyton Gateway. Price: £4 Time: Mon 11.15-12.15pm Thurs 6-7pm Nifty 50’s For Adults Aged 50 + - Low impact class At: Huyton Gateway. Price: £3 Time: Mon 10 - 11am
CHILDRENS CLASSES Rebound Youth Dance Prescot For Children Aged 8 + - An exciting dance class of various styles. At: Tesco Community space, In store at Tesco Prescot. Price: £3 Time: Mon 4.30-5.30 pm Rebound Kidz For Children Aged 8 and over - An exciting dance class of various styles. At: Huyton Gateway. Price: £3 or any two for £5/week Time: Thurs 4-5 pm Little Movers For Children Aged 4-7 - A fun dance class At: Huyton Gateway. Price: £3 Time: Wed 4 - 5pm Street Dance For Children Aged 8+ - A class that’s fast and funky At: Huyton Gateway. Price: £3 or any two for £5/week Time: Thurs 5 - 6pm
Huyton Gateway 115 Rupert Road 0151 489 4616 Email: reboundcic@aol.com Facebook: Rebound Dance Rebound is a social enterprise, not for profit organization
PEDAL AWAY @ STADT MOERS PARK 10am – 11am Stadt Moers Park, Pottery Lane, Whiston, L35 3RG. Beginners bike ride stays within confines of the park. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow on all rides, please arrive early as limited number. For more information please contact: Lou Henderson 0789 399725 lou.henderson@cycling.org.uk FOOTBALL COACHING (AGES 4-11) 5pm – 6pm Prescot Soccer Centre, Warrington Road, Prescot, L35 5AD. Weekly football coaching sessions for boys and girls between 4 and 11 years old. Cost is £3 per person per session. Fully qualified football coaches trained and the emphasis is on fun and learning. Suitable footwear and clothing required as all football coaching will be outdoors. Contact: Barry Lloyd 07825145105 or 0151 443 2795 THE YOUTHY YOUTH CLUB 6:45pm – 9:15pm The Youthy, Woolfall Heath Avenue, Huyton, L36 3YE. Youth Club with focus on project work. For ages 11 to 19. For more details call 0151 443 5333. THURSDAY 6 JULY A BREAK WITH A BOOK - PRESCOT (DEMENTIA FRIENDLY) 10:00am – 11:30am Prescot Library, Prescot Shopping Centre, Aspinall Street, Prescot, L34 5GA . For those living with dementia and those close to them. The Reader invites you to a free group taking place every Thursday. Meet new people and relax at a free Shared Reading Group for Knowsley residents. We get together every week to share a good story over tea and cake. Everything will be read aloud and there's no pressure to join in - just put your feet up and listen. Contact Helen Wilson: helenwilson@thereader.org.uk / 07807106693 – or just turn up! REBOUND KIDZ (AGES8-11) 4pm – 5pm Rebound - Dance, Fitness & Well Being, Huyton Gateway, Huyton, L36 9TE. An exciting dance class of various styles for ages 8 - 11 yrs. Price: £3 or any two for £5/week Contact Rebound Dance & Health, 0151 489 4616 / http://www.reboundcic.co.uk/classes/ TRAINING FOR YOUNG CYCLISTS (AGES 6-16) 6pm – 7pm Lord Derby Academy, Seel Road, Huyton, L36 6DG. Liverpool Century Road Club is offering GoRide coaching and training for young cyclists keen to improve their cycling and cycle racing skills. The weekly sessions are aimed at cyclists aged 6 – 16, cost £2 a session. A parental consent form must be filled in for all those taking part. Contact Phil Mitchell on 0151 474 5187 (email: mitchell1948@blueyonder.co.uk) CLUBBERCISE - BRINGING A NIGHT OUT TO YOUR WORKOUT 8pm – 9pm St Andrew's Church Hall, Tower Hill, Kirkby, L33 1YA. Simple & fun dance workout with glow sticks and disco lights to club anthems from 90's to today's hits! Booking is essential. please contact Claire on 07745 876445 to book your place. Glow sticks are available to purchase in class. FRIDAY 7 JULY SWIMMING CLASSES - ADULTS 12:00pm – 12:45pm Stockbridge Village Neighbourhood Centre, The Withens, Stockbridge Village, L28 1AB. Adults Learn to swim lesson. We offer classes in a friendly and supportive environment and you'll meet plenty of people going through the same experience as you. If you are interested in these classes please either go to reception and book your place or call 443 2200 BREAKDANCING - HALEWOOD CC (AGES 5-13YRS) 5:30pm – 6:30pm Halewood Leisure Centre, Baileys Ln, Halewood, L26 0TY. Come along to our fun and fitness Breakdancing sessions for children aged 5-13 years. £1 voluntary donation, for more information please call 0151 443 4531 or visit www.familyvoicesfamilychoices.co.uk BASKETBALL COACHING SESSION (AGES 7+) 7pm – 8pm Halewood Leisure Centre, Baileys Lane, Halewood, L26 0TY. Basketball coaching sessions for all abilities. Ages 7 upwards to adult. Cost £2 per session. Contact club coach Reg Allen 487 8994 for further details. SATURDAY 8 JULY KNOWSLEY PARKRUN 9am – 10am Stadt Moers Park, Pottery Lane, Whiston, L35 3RG. Every Saturday morning, Stadt Moers Park in Whiston, plays host to the Knowsley parkrun starting at 9am. It’s a free to enter timed 5k event that encourages people of all ages and abilities to get active outdoors. To take part in parkrun as a runner or to volunteer, just visit the Knowsley parkrun website http://www.parkrun.org.uk/knowsley/ and register. THE SAFARI KIDS CLUB (AGES UP TO 12YRS) 12pm – 3pm Stockbridge Village Neighbourhood Centre, The Withens, Stockbridge Village, L28 1AB. Priced at £3.10 per child (discounts for families) and
Centre 0151 443 4531 or visit www.familyvoicesfamilychoices.co.uk
parents get in for FREE. Activities and fun for children up to 12yrs. Giant Bouncy Castle, Multi Sports, Arts and Crafts, Community Café, Monthly Movie Club, Cookery and so much more. Don't forget to bring your leisure pass! Organised by the Stockbridge Community Intergeneration Project, for further details please contact Margaret O'Sullivan, mosully@hotmail.co.uk 07926473711 SUNDAY 9 JULY COURT HEY YOUTH CLUB 6:30pm – 8:00pm Court Hey Methodist Church, Roby Road, Huyton, L14 3NU. We have equipment for numerous sports and each week we run activities that our members want to participate in. Our members pay £1.50 subs each week and there is also a tuck shop selling various sweets and drinks that they can purchase refreshments from. The leader in charge of the youth club is Suzanne Rainford and her contact number is 078028 740119. MONDAY 10 JULY KNOWSLEY VILLAGE ART GROUP (ADULTS) 9:30am – 12:30pm Knowsley Village Hall, School Lane, Knowsley Village, L34 9EN. Local art group for adults. For further information please contact: John Newton Contact Number 0151 546 4769 YOGA (ADULTS) 11:15am – 12:15pm Rebound - Dance, Fitness & Well Being, Huyton Gateway, Huyton, L36 9TE. A gentle Hatha Yoga class for Adults of Any Age to reduce stress, improve posture, sleep and flexibility. Price: £3 Contact Rebound Dance & Health, 0151 489 4616 / http://www.reboundcic.co.uk/classes/ Time: Mon 11.15-12.15pm Thurs 6-7pm GUITAR CLUB (AGES 16+) 6pm – 8pm Halewood Academy, The Avenue, Wood Road, Halewood, L26 1UU. Monday - Play chords (Intermediary level) Wednesday - (Beginners level) No music required. For ages 16 +, Cost £5. Contact details: Chris Vernon, 0151 477 8830, Halewood Academy, The Avenue, Wood Road, Halewood, Merseyside, L26 1UU OPEN MIC NIGHT 8pm – 11pm Arncliffe Sports and Community Centre, Arncliffe Road, Halewood, L25 9PA. Whether you're just starting out in music or have years of experience, there's a place for you at the open-mic night. They take place every Monday and are completely free to watch and perform. Please contact the centre thearncliffecentre@knowsley.gov.uk or 0151 428 1929 for further information. TUESDAY 11 JULY INTERMEDIATE WALKING - HALEWOOD 1pm – 3pm Halewood Park, Okell Drive. Halewood, L26 7XB. Intermediate walking 3-4 miles (approx. 2 hours) Please call 488 6151 for more information CODING CLUB - HUYTON LIBRARY 3:45pm – 4:45pm Huyton Library, Civic Way, Huyton, L36 9GD. Come to Code Club! Do you have a favourite computer game? Would you like to learn how to make your own computer games? At Code Club you can learn how to make cool games, animations and websites too! Sessions are suitable for children aged 7+. Please note, under 8's must be accompanied by an adult. For further information please call 443 3734 WOOLLY WONDERER 6pm – 8pm Heritage Hub, 55 Eccleston Street, Prescot, L34 5QH. Come to our FREE knitting and crocheting group every Tuesday. People of any ability are welcome to come and make friends, share their experiences and knowledge, and have some fun! Contact Lynsey 0777 3575 856 for further details. FRESH-CO CREW BREAKDANCING (AGES 8-13) 6:30pm – 7:30pm Community Room, Tesco Prescot, Cables Retail Park, Stanley Way, Prescot, L34 5NQ. Come along to our fun and fitness Breakdancing session for children aged 8-13 years old. £1 voluntary donation. For more information contact Southmead Children's
WEDNESDAY 12 JULY A BREAK WITH A BOOK - ROBY 10am – 12pm Roby Community Hub, Merton Crescent, Roby, L36 4LD. The Reader invites you to a free group taking place every Wednesday morning at the Roby Community Centre. We get together every week to share a good story over tea and cake. Everything will be read aloud and there's no pressure to join in - just put your feet up and listen. Contact Helen Wilson: helenwilson@thereader.org.uk / 07807106693 – or just turn up! EXCEL SCHOOL OF DANCE 3:45pm – 6:45pm Whiston Town Hall, Old Colliery Road, Whiston, L35 3QW. Dance School: Lessons available in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Street, Jazz and Hip Hop. For ages from 3 to 65. We also perform in shows. Pupils are able to take part in competitions or take exams. Cost £3 per class Staff are fully qualified and CRB checked. Contact: Kate Marzelos, 07867933764, k.marzelos@lipa.ac.uk YOUTH CLUB FOR AGE 12+ 6:30pm – 9:30pm Halewood Youth in Community Centre, Lichfield Road, Halewood, L26 1TT. Youth Club for age 12+ - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 6.30pm - 9.30pm - 80p Contact: Mark Nelson, 0151 486 2865, Halewood Youth in Community Centre, Lichfield Road, Halewood, L26 1TT THURSDAY 13 JULY ARNCLIFFE CENTRE YOGA CLASS 10:00am – 11:30am Arncliffe Sports and Community Centre, Arncliffe Road, Halewood, L25 9PA. Yoga class for relaxation exercise, breathing, stretching and feeling good. For teens and adults. Please contact for costs. Contact: June Baxter, 0151 486 3874 JAN WILLIAMS THEATRE SCHOOL 4:30pm – 6:30pm SPACE Building, adjacent to St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Hillside Road, Huyton, L36 8BL. Established back in 1985, we have a rich history of successful dance training; specialising in many different forms of dance, drama and singing so there is sure to be something that will excite you. Why not pop along and join us for a taster day free of charge call us now to arrange! Cost £3 per class. Contact details: 07874 767316, cath@jwts.co.uk, www.jwts.co.uk TOWERHILL YOUTH CLUB 6:45pm – 9:15pm Towerhill Community Centre, Ebony Way, Kirkby, L33 1XT. Generic youth club activities including arts and crafts, sports, game station, issuebased provision and youth centred projects. For ages 11 to 19. Cost free. Contact: Joe Fogg, joe.fogg@youthmutual.co.uk 07810 054146 FRIDAY 14 JULY SOCIAL VARIETY AFTERNOON (AGES 50+) 1pm – 3pm Roby Community Hub, Merton Crescent, Roby, L36 4LD. Enjoy an afternoon of quizzes, games, sing-a-longs, dance, raffle, bingo and general all round fun (novelty gift prizes). Sessions are £2.50 per person (includes raffle, bingo, tea/coffee and biscuits). For further details and to book your place contact Yvonne Rea 0151 559 3061, yvonnerea@aukmm.org.uk WESTVALE YOUTH CLUB 6:45pm – 9:15pm Westvale Community and Youth
Centre, Richard Hesketh Drive, Kirkby, L32 0TZ. Generic youth club activities including arts and crafts, sports, game station, issue-based provision and youth centred projects. For ages 11 to 19. Cost free. Contact: Ryan Walker - 0151 443 4168 SATURDAY 15 JULY MINI MELODIES (PRE-SCHOOL 2-3YRS) 9:30am – 10:15am Hollies Hall, Hollies Road, Halewood, L26 0TH. Introductory class for our tiniest performers! Exploring dance, drama and signing through creativity and imagination. Contact us for class fees and to book your place, must book at least 1 week in advance. email: musicality-productions@hotmail.co.uk Call: 07772 614525
July 2017 9 swimming for competitive swimmers on all days, advanced learn to swim during the week and learn to swim in the small pool on Sundays For further information email: info@prescotswimmingclub.org
MELODIES (SENIORS 11+)LL 11:00am – 12:30pm Hollies Hall, Hollies Road, Halewood, L26 0TH. Advanced level session to challenge our senior students dance, drama and singing skills. Learn a range of dance techniques and take part in regular competitions/performances. Contact us for class fees and to book your place, must book at least 1 week in advance. email: musicality-productions@hotmail.co.uk Call: 07772614525 MONDAY 17 JULY NIFTY 50’S 10am – 11am Rebound - Dance, Fitness & Well Being, Huyton Gateway, Huyton, L36 9TE. For Adults Aged 50 + Low impact class Price: £3 Contact Rebound Dance & Health, 0151 489 4616 / http://www.reboundcic.co.uk/classes/ SECRET INGREDIENTS DANCE COMPANY (SIDC) (4-12 YRS) 4pm – 6pm Halewood Leisure Centre, Baileys Lane, Halewood, L26 0TY. Dancing classes - Ages 4+ all levels and abilities welcome Freestyle / commercial /Lyrical /slow dance Acro /Dance lessons ages 4 yrs 12yrs £3 per Hour class Dance examinations and competitions (Regional and National). Regular Theatre appearances - singing and dancing. All qualified and registered teachers - A.D.A., B.D.C., G.PT.D. UK professional teachers award. ADA School of the year award. Contact: amartin545@btinternet.com or 07854 393931 KNOWSLEY VILLAGE YOUTH CLUB 6:15pm – 8:45pm 1 Shop Road, Knowsley Village, L34 0HD. Youth Club for 11 to 19 years Contact: Stephen Blackhurst 07825012069 stephen.blackhurst@youthmutual.co.uk TUESDAY 18 JULY A BREAK WITH A BOOK - STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE 1:00pm – 2:30pm The Craigs Community Centre, Little Moss Hey, Stockbridge Village, L28 5RL . The Reader invites you to a free group taking place every Tuesday morning at the Craig's Community Centre. Meet new people and relax at a free Shared Reading Group for Knowsley residents. We get together every week to share a good story over tea and cake. Everything will be read aloud and there's no pressure to join in - just put your feet up and listen. Contact Helen Wilson: helenwilson@thereader.org.uk / 07807106693 – or just turn up! THE HUYTON ACADEMY FOR PERFORMING ARTS (AGES 411YRS) 4:00pm – 8:30pm The Venue, Civic Way, Poplar Bank, Huyton, L36 9GD. Quality performing arts academy specialising in primary children aged 4-11. Classes in Dance, Drama & Singing. For ages 4-6yrs, 4.15pm 5pm, cost £3 Call Jane: 07595538755 Email: Huyton_arts@live.com or find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/huytonacademy RUNNING SESSIONS (AGES 16 - ADULT) - HALEWOOD 7pm – 8pm Halewood Environment Centre, Okell Drive, Halewood, L26 7XB. Road running sessions delivered by Knowsley Harriers Athletics Club for both beginners and more experienced runners. Ages 16+. Free See www.knowsleyharriers.com/ for further details WEDNESDAY 19 JULY ENVIRONMENTAL TASK DAYS @ HALEWOOD PARK 10am – 12pm Halewood Park, Okell Drive, Halewood, L26 7XB. Halewood Park Volunteers Various practical activities in the great outdoors, including tree and wildflower planting, woodland and pond management and habitat creation. Please call 0151 488 6151 for more information. AFTER SCHOOL PLAY CLUB - TERM TIME 3:30pm – 5:45pm Halewood Youth in Community Centre, Lichfield Road, Halewood, L26 1TT. For ages 4-11 Cost £1 plus 70p for a snack. Contact: Mark Nelson, 0151 486 2865, Halewood Youth in Community Centre, Lichfield Road, Halewood, L26 1TT BKR JU-JITSU 6pm – 7pm Tarbock Village Hall, Netherley Road, Tarbock Green, L35 1QG. Learn self-defence and Jujitsu. Perfect for self discipline, strength, confidence and more. Contact: admin@tarbockhall.co.uk or 07746 123855 for further information PRESCOT SWIMMING CLUB 7:30pm – 9:00pm Knowsley Leisure & Culture Park, Longview Drive, Huyton, L36 6EG. Prescot Swimming Club was established in 1967 in Prescot, near Liverpool, to promote the teaching of swimming and the coaching of swimmers at all levels of competition. We run lane
THURSDAY 20 JULY PEDAL AWAY @ MILL DAM 10:00am – 11:30am Kirkby Mill Dam Park, Play & Environment Centre, Mill Lane, Kirkby, L32 2AU. Ride on lanes. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow on all rides, please arrive early as limited number. For more information please contact: Lou Henderson 0789 399725 lou.henderson@cycling.org.uk DETACHED YOUTH WORK - HUYTON (AGES 11-19) 5:15pm – 7:45pm Huyton area of Knowsley. Access to youth activities for young people via outreached and detached relationship building with aim to engage young people into positive participation and issue-based provision for 11 to 19 year olds – Huyton area. Free, Open session - no need to book For more information and exact location on the day please contact: the Youth Work Team on 0151 443 5333 STREETWISE KOREAN MARTIAL ART - MASTER D. JONES (AGES 4+) 7:00pm – 8:30pm Kirkby Leisure Centre, Cherryfield Drive, Kirkby, L32 8SA. Korean martial art for self defence and Olympic sport. Ages 4+ Master grade instruction - 5th Dan Master Grade. Registered B.T.C.B. Recognised by International Olympic Committee (I.O.C) Contact: 0751 5386593 FRIDAY 21 JULY SOCIAL VARIETY AFTERNOON (AGES 50+) 1pm – 3pm Roby Community Hub, Merton Crescent, Roby, L36 4LD. Enjoy an afternoon of quizzes, games, sing-a-longs, dance, raffle, bingo and general all round fun (novelty gift prizes). Sessions are £2.50 per person (includes raffle, bingo, tea/coffee and biscuits)/ Please note that classes are subject to change quarterly and there can be timetabling charges - be sure to check out monthly timetable. For further details and to book your place contact Yvonne Rea 0151 559 3061, yvonnerea@aukmm.org.uk HALEWOOD YOUTH ZONE 6:30pm – 9:00pm Halewood Academy, The Avenue, Wood Road, Halewood, L26 1UU. Halewood Youth Zone, has many different activities on offer such as Football, DJ ing, cookery, arts and craft, Boxing, nail art and awards work. Cost £1 Contact: Andrew Raywood 07825012072 / Stephen Blackhurst 07825012069 SATURDAY 22 JULY MINI MELODIES (PRE-SCHOOL 2-3YRS) 9:30am – 10:15am Hollies Hall, Hollies Road, Halewood, L26 0TH. Introductory class for our tiniest performers! Exploring dance, drama and signing through creativity and imagination. Contact us for class fees and to book your place, must book at least 1 week in advance. email: musicality-productions@hotmail.co.uk Call: 07772614525 MONDAY 24 JULY PLANTATION PRIMARY SCHOOL - HOLIDAY CLUB 7:45am – 5:30pm Plantation Primary School. Hollies Road, Halewood, Liverpool L26 0TH, Plantation Primary is to open their successful Holiday Club to children from other schools with effect from the summer holiday 2017. The club is available to children from Nursery to Year 6 and is open Monday to Friday, 7.45 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., (excluding Bank Holidays). The cost for a full day is £20 and a half day (7.45 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. or 1 p.m. – 5.30 p.m.) is £10.00. The club offers a theme each week, for example, Superheroes, Sorcery and Jiggery Pokery and Carnivals, as well as an exciting range of daily activities such as art and craft, baking, sewing, iPad, movie time, sports and trim trails to name a few! To find out further information or to book a place for your child please contact Miss Carmel Knight, Extended Hours Manager, on 0151 487 5678 Ext. 141 REBOUND YOUTH DANCE PRESCOT (AGES 8+) 4:30pm – 5:30pm Tesco Community Room, Tesco Prescot, Cables Retail Park, Prescot, L34 5NQ. For Children Aged 8 + An exciting dance class of various styles Price: £3 Contact Rebound Dance & Health, 0151 489 4616 / http://www.reboundcic.co.uk/classes/
EHARA AIKIDO KAN MARTIAL ARTS 6pm – 9pm Whiston Town Hall Community Centre, Old Colliery Road (Off Cross Lane), Whiston, L35 3QX. Sessions for Juniors & Seniors - Juniors 67.30pm, Seniors 7.30-9.pm Seniors £12 a month, Juniors £6 a month. All instructors are accredited coaches. Contact: Brian Funnell 07946 869169/0151 426 4574 KIRKBY AND LIVERPOOL NORTH SEA CADETS SEA CADETS 12-18 7pm – 9pm Kirkby and Liverpool North Sea Cadets, Richard Hesketh Drive, Westvale, Kirkby, L32 0TU. Our Cadets parade on Monday and Thursday from 7pm to 9pm. Our Junior Cadets (aged 10-12) only parade on a Monday night, whilst Sea and Royal Marines Cadets parade on both nights. Sea Cadets 1218 Get to grips with subjects both on water and land as part of basic training, all on a nautical theme. If you have any questions about becoming a Sea Cadet contact Helene Devey on 07876 455947 or hdevey@ms-sc.org , http://www.sea-cadets.org/kirkby/ TUESDAY 25 JULY SEWING BEE AT HUYTON LIBRARY 10am – 12pm Huyton Library, Civic Way, Huyton, L36 9GD. Come along to Huyton Library for our Sewing Bee adult activity. Work toward your own personalised gift. All levels welcome. Contact: 0151 443 3734, huyton.library@knowsley.gov.uk SWANSIDE YOUTH CLUB 6:00pm – 8:30pm Swanside Community Centre, Willoughby Road, Huyton, L14 6XA . The Mainstream club is for young people aged 11- 19 yrs old. A variety of activities , including sport, arts crafts etc. Contact : 0151 443 5333 ATHLETICS TRACK SESSIONS (EFFORT BASED) - KIRKBY 7pm – 8pm Kirkby High School, Bracknell Avenue, Southdene, Kirkby, L32 9PP. Platinum Team – (Varied interval session) Gold/Silver/Bronze Team – (Varied interval session) Adult Track Sessions – £1 per session See www.knowsleyharriers.com/ for further details WEDNESDAY 26 JULY LINE DANCING (ADULTS) 10am – 11am Rebound - Dance, Fitness & Well Being, Huyton Gateway, Huyton, L36 9TE. A Class For Adults of Any Age. A fun way to keep fit for all ages. Price: £3 Contact Rebound Dance & Health, 0151 489 4616 / http://www.reboundcic.co.uk/classes/ CRAFTY CREATIONS (50+) 1pm – 3pm Roby Community Hub, Merton Crescent, Roby, L36 4LD. Knitting, Crochet, Sewing projects, Leather making crafts, Card making & Various arts & crafts projects. All welcome, Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced Levels (Refreshments provided)/ Sessions are £2.50 per person. For further details and to book your place contact Yvonne Rea 0151 559 3061, yvonnerea@aukmm.org.uk, www.ageuk.org.uk/midmersey. BRYER ROAD YOUTH CLUB 6.15pm – 8.45pm Bryer Road Youth Club, Bryer Road Community Centre, Prescot, L35 5DW. Club activity for 11 to 19 years Free Contact: Stephen Blackhurst 07825012069 stephen.blackhurst@youthmutual.co.uk LIVERPOOL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Weekly Public Meeting at the Leighton Observatory 7pm – 9pm. Leighton Observatory, Pex Hill, Cronton, WA8 5QW. Weekly public meetings are held every Wednesday evening (except at Christmas week), between 19:00 (7 PM) and 21:00 (9 PM) local time (e.g. 7pm BST in summer, 7pm UTC in winter) in the Liverpool Astronomical Society’s Leighton Observatory. Children who wish to visit must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
(PARENTS & CARERS) 9:30am – 2:00pm River Alt Resource Centre, Woolfall Heath Avenue, Huyton, L36 3YE. We support parents and carers of children with special needs. We currently have a coffee morning on the first Friday of the month at 9.30 am. to 1pm. and a craft class for the remaining Fridays of the month. The class takes place between 9.30 am and 2.00 pm. but you can drop in at any point between those two times. For further information please contact Yvonne 07403 348849 or email: moonbeamsconnect@gmail.com LITTLE PLAYERS - HUYTON 6pm – 7pm Lord Derby Academy, Seel Road, Huyton, L36 6DG. £5 child/session Little Players is a great programme for young boys & girls. For more information and to register your interest please feel free to send us a message vie the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Little-Players539349736216526/ or call Scott: 07933 590 211 or Ben: 07712 226 647 SATURDAY 29 JULY KNOWSLEY PARKRUN 9am – 10am Stadt Moers Park, Pottery Lane, Whiston, L35 3RG. Every Saturday morning, Stadt Moers Park in Whiston, plays host to the Knowsley parkrun starting at 9am. It’s a free to enter timed 5k event that encourages people of all ages and abilities to get active outdoors. To take part in parkrun as a runner or to volunteer, just visit the Knowsley parkrun website - http://www.parkrun.org.uk/knowsley/ and register. THE SAFARI KIDS CLUB (AGES UP TO 12YRS) 12pm – 3pm Stockbridge Village Neighbourhood Centre, The Withens, Stockbridge Village, L28 1AB. Priced at £3.10 per child (discounts for families) and parents get in for FREE. Activities and fun for children up to 12yrs. Giant Bouncy Castle, Multi Sports, Arts and Crafts, Community Café, Monthly Movie Club, Cookery and so much more. Don't forget to bring your leisure pass! Organised by the Stockbridge Community Intergeneration Project, for further details please contact Margaret O'Sullivan, mosully@hotmail.co.uk 07926473711 MONDAY 31 JULY KNOWSLEY VILLAGE ART GROUP (ADULTS) 9:30am – 12:30pm Knowsley Village Hall, School Lane, Knowsley Village, L34 9EN. Local art group for adults. For further information please contact: John Newton Contact Number 0151 546 4769 AFTER SCHOOL PLAY CLUB - TERM TIME 3:30pm – 5:45pm Halewood Youth in Community Centre, Lichfield Road, Halewood, L26 1TT. For ages 4-11 Cost £1 plus 70p for a snack. Contact: Mark Nelson, 0151 486 2865 SHI'HING KUNG FU (AGES 15 - ADULTS) 7pm – 8pm Tarbock Village Hall, Netherley Road, Tarbock Green, L35 1QG. Learn self-defence and Kung Fu. 17:45 to 19:00 for ages 4½ with no upper age limit, and 19:00-20:00 are for adults only. Contact: admin@tarbockhall.co.uk or 07746 123855 for further information.
THURSDAY 27 JULY PEDAL AWAY @ MILL DAM 10:00am – 11:30am Kirkby Mill Dam Park, Play & Environment Centre, Mill Lane, Kirkby, L32 2AU. Ride on lanes. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow on all rides, please arrive early as limited number. For more information please contact: Lou Henderson 0789 399725 lou.henderson@cycling.org.uk STREET DANCE (AGES 8+) 5pm – 6pm Rebound - Dance, Fitness & Well Being, Huyton Gateway, Huyton, L36 9TE. A class that's fast and funky for Children Aged 8+ Price: £3 or any two for £5/week Contact Rebound Dance & Health, 0151 489 4616 / http://www.reboundcic.co.uk/classes/ STREETWISE KOREAN MARTIAL ART - MASTER D. JONES (AGES 4+) 7:00pm – 8:30pm Kirkby Leisure Centre, Cherryfield Drive, Kirkby, L32 8SA. Korean martial art for self defence and Olympic sport. Ages 4+ (Short mat) over 50’s Master grade instruction 5th Dan Master Grade. Whiston Town Hall, Old Colliery Road, Registered B.T.C.B. Whiston L35 3QX Recognised by International Olympic Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays Committee (I.O.C) 9.45 - 11.45am Contact: 0751 5386593
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MERSEYSIDE POLICE’S NEWEST RECRUITS Merseyside Police, the office of the Police Commissioner and their partners recently presented their newest recruits on the beat, as 10 new Mini Police put on their shiny, new uniforms to become ambassadors for their school and local community. The children, from Year 5 at Millbrook Community Primary School in Kirkby, were introduced at a launch event at the school. To welcome them, the National Police Air Service (NPAS) helicopter landed at the school, and the Mini Police and their school friends then got the chance to meet the police horses and police dogs, before looking around vehicles with officers and putting some of their equipment to the test. Each child has already been presented with their Mini Police uniform, consisting of a baseball cap, polo shirt, fleece and high-visibility vest. VIPs at the event included the High Sheriff of Merseyside, Mr Stephen Burrows; The Police Commissioner Jane Kennedy; and Merseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Julie Cooke. Merseyside Police launched the scheme last September, with 40 children from Years 5 and 6 of Hatton Hill Primary School and St Monica's Primary School in Bootle and who were joined in February by 10 recruits from Broad Square Primary School in Norris Green. The children have taken part in a number of activities so far including road safety initiatives with Roads Policing officers, where they stopped and gave advice to drivers close to their schools about the dangers of speeding; delivering assemblies to their schools about halloween and bonfire night safety; and meeting and greeting dignitaries at the Trip of a Lifetime prize-giving event. Merseyside’s Police Commissioner
Jane Kennedy said: “The Mini Police from Sefton and Liverpool have already proven to be fantastic ambassadors for Merseyside Police and I am delighted that the Force is now in a position to extend this really worthwhile initiative into Knowsley. “The young people in the scheme have brought enthusiasm, excitement and bundles of energy to everything they have been involved in and I have no doubt that the students from Millbrook Community Primary School will also be an asset to the Force. “I look forward to meeting and working with them over the coming months.” Jane Maloney, headteacher at Millbrook Community Primary School, said: “The Mini Police project is a fun and interactive volunteering opportunity for 9 to 11-year-old children. We are delighted to launch this event at Millbrook School and have ten children from Year 5 representing our school. “The Mini Police support the forces priorities, through participation in community engagement events. Millbrook Mini Police can look forward to developing a confident voice through enjoyable experiences. “All of the children at Millbrook School were excited about the launch. Over the recent Whit holiday, they all took part in a competition to design the best police uniform using inspirations from all over the world. There will be a winner from each class. “The children were particularly looking forward to seeing the wide range of resources that police use in their work including helicopters, specially trained dogs and police horses. “The welcome the time to interact with each of these services and ask questions. They all recognise the hard work the police put in to making us all safe”.
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Education News SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT LIVERPOOL’S ASSESSMENT PILOT EXTENDED TO HELP KNOWSLEY School Improvement Liverpool (SIL) is set to extend its assessment project into Knowsley, following overwhelming demand. A leading education service provider in the North West is extending its assessment project to primary and secondary schools into Knowsley. Developed in partnership with Liverpool primary schools, the project was initially launched in September 2014 as part of a two-year pilot scheme, following the Department for Education’s removal of assessment levels. SIL was also commissioned to launch similar schemes across the City Region in Halton and Knowsley, as well as in Warrington, during this time. The project aims to support schools in exploring the new
assessment standards, and identifies pupils as working between significant risk of delay to significantly above. 40% of local primary schools took part in the pilot phase and following high demand from head teachers, this has now been extended from September 2017 to include all Liverpool primaries. Following success in this phase, SIL will now also deliver key stage three and four projects with a selection of secondary schools and academies in Liverpool, Halton and Knowsley. Now in its third year, the project will continue to explore the role of the new standards and offer support to schools in quality assuring teacher assessment and recognising the differences between the old and new standards. SIL is now inviting new
networks of schools from across the region to join the project from September 2017. John Egerton, assessment manager at SIL, said: “The assessment project certainly hasn’t be a ‘quick fix’ solution to life without levels. The scheme requires all schools involved to commit to a rolling programme of data returns and twilight meetings, to fully establish, develop and embed assessment practices ahead of the new standards being set. “We have been overwhelmed with the response from the schools involved so far, and are excited to roll out the project to schools across the region. Interested networks should be a minimum of 10 schools, either primary or secondary, and have commitment from senior leaders and assessment leads across all schools involved.”
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KCC LAUNCH ‘PHONE HOME DAY’ 99.8FM KCC Live has launched their first ever ‘Phone Home Day’ where listeners were challenged to leave their mobile phones at home and alone for 24 hours. The initiative is the first of its kind for the radio station, as they aim to document how young people, in particular, are able to cope without being able to access social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat for 24 hours. The project, which has been funded by The Big Lottery Fund and Durham University, aims to observe the behaviours of those taking part to evaluate and identify possible indicators of addiction, analysing young people their smart phone for the day. Programme director Hywel Evans leading on the project encouraged as many people to join in. Hywel said: “This is the first time we have done anything like this and we can’t wait to see the results.
“Some young people have never known life without their phone and are often glued to them, but on 28 June, they had to cope without them! “Research so far has shown levels of dependency and addictive qualities similar to smoking. “We hope to produce a documentary at the end of all the fun that shows ways of managing ‘time online’ in a helpful and liberating way.” As part of the initiative, KCC Live took a group of young people to the summit of Mount Snowdon in Wales, to see what happens when they have only themselves and not thousands on line to keep them company. KCC Live reporters were active all day interviewing students and participants. Dan aged 18, who is a student at Knowsley Community College taking part in the initiative, said: “I was a little apprehensive about the day as I panic when the battery of my phone goes too low, so I wasn’t sure how I will feel to be without my phone for a whole day. However, I found the whole day very liberating”.
Plantation Primary School and Nursery Plantation Primary is to open their successful
Holiday Club
to children from other schools with effect from the summer holiday 2017.
Holiday Club
To find out further information or to book a place for your child please contact Miss Carmel Knight, Out of Hours Manager, on 0151 487 5678 Ext 5.
The club is available to children from Nursery to Year 6 and is open Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 5.30pm, (excluding Bank Holidays). The cost for a full day is £20 and a half day (7.45am – 12.30pm or 1pm – 5.30pm) is £10.00. The club offers a theme each week, for example, Superheroes, Sorcery and Jiggery Pokery and Carnivals, as well as an exciting range of daily activities such as art and craft, baking, sewing, iPad, movie time, sports and trim trails to name a few!
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14 July 2017
Education News PUPILS CREATE RECREATIONAL SPACE FOR STAFF Teachers at a school in Rainford have been taking advantage of a new ‘breathing space’ in the form of an encampment designed and erected by artist Mark Storor with students. A new communal space for staff at Rainford High Technology College was created by students as part of a long term artist residency. Storor has worked in the school since October 2016 when he was invited to explore and respond to the schools emotional health. After a series of workshops with staff and pupils Storor decided to create a pop-up space specifically for teachers. The re-vitalised area in the central quadrangle of the school was opened after pupils were invited to work with staff to celebrate the coming together of teachers in a recreational space. A main tent, flanked by other tents, artwork and blankets was used as a place for staff to get a cup of coffee and cake. Storor has been in St Helens since October 2015 working in various communities through a series of short term bespoke projects. He said: “It’s more than the students creating something for the teachers, it is about creating a communal space for all staff. The young artists I have been working with recognise not only the need for a dedicated
communal place, but the absolute value in ‘real’ and symbolic terms of a space to ‘breathe’. A pause for thought, for reflection and permission to take that moment.” Rory Hughes, head of art and photography at Rainford High, said: “Having Mark here and working with students and staff has altered the environment of the school. Through the workshops I believe the look, feel and atmosphere of the school has subtly changed. “Firstly it’s altered how everyone engages with that particular space. It’s also slightly adapted the way students and teachers have treated the recreational time, in a positive way. It’s good for the students to see teachers socialising together and this open space has made that possible. “I think long term subtle changes will feed into our school, this has highlighted to everyone the use of space and how we spend time together. I think as an art project, what has been created through the artist, the students and the staff will bring about positive change.” Ian Young, principal of Rainford High, said: “The work that has been done by students and staff with Mark has allowed a shared experience and sense of identity to emerge across the school. It has raised the community feel good factor across the whole school.”
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The Prescot School Challenge 2017
KNOWSLEY LANE TRIUMPH IN PRESCOT The Prescot School’s annual Challenge took place recently, where ten teams of five Year 5 pupils from neighbouring primary schools were invited to test their knowledge, and compete to lift the winners trophy for their school. The quizmaster for the event was the schools very own Mr Lanaghan who tested the teams with rounds of questions covering general knowledge, English, science, maths, geography and more. All of the teams did fantastically well, and received amazing support from the huge audience of their classmates, teachers and parents. The atmosphere
was truly electric throughout the whole event. At the end of the quiz the winning team had to be determined with a spelling tie breaker question for the two teams in joint first place. It was really close, but our overall winners were Knowsley Lane Primary School, with Mosscroft Primary School coming second place. There were no losers though, as all of the pupils who took part on the day did really well and were a credit to their schools. It was clear to see that everyone had a great time! Well done to everyone who came and took part (and their terrific supporters) in The Prescot School Challenge 2017!
Knowsley Lane Primary School - The Prescot School Challenge Champions 2017
Whiston Willis Primary School
Halsnead Primary School Mosscroft Primary School - The Prescot School Challenge runners-up 2017
Park View Primary School
Knowsley Village Primary School
16 July 2017
IS KNOWSLEY ON THE RISE? A range of activities are underway to drive forward the Corporate Plan’s priorities.
The pace of change and achievement has been fundamental in Knowsley, particularly over the last two years.
A few highlights from Knowsley Council has been the delivery of their five year corporate plan ahead of schedule (a five year plan delivered in two years), turned around children’s services with Ofsted commenting that ‘significant improvements have been made’, improvements to adult social care, attracted major investment into the borough (creating more jobs in the local area), secured initiatives and developments that will grow and sustain the borough, as well as managing drastic funding cuts from central Government and agreeing a three year budget plan. However, this is just the start as the council has now secured it’s Corporate Plan for the next three years (2017-2020) which will focus on:• Accelerating business growth, new jobs and new housing • Provide high quality and sustainable Adult Social Care • Maximise the Council’s contribution to education in Knowsley • Create a sustainable Borough • Maximise the Council’s contribution to the health and wellbeing of Knowsley residents Knowsley Council Leader Andy Moorhead said: “I am committed to growing our economy, creating more job and supporting our residents into employment, as well as attracting investment and providing a great choice of houses for existing and future residents. We have big plans for our borough and we have the expertise, secured funding and have the ambition to achieve this.”
For example, the council is taking its co-operative working a step further by establishing a £1m social sector fund. This will enable the community, voluntary and faith sectors to work better with the council to provide services and support for residents and communities. The fund has £300,000 allocated to drive the Leader’s ‘green dividend’ delivering environmental improvements in local communities, whilst a further £700,000 will be allocated to community groups to work with the Council to support the five priorities outlined in the Corporate Plan. Between now and 2028, 450 new homes will be constructed per year and 1.2 million sq ft of additional floor space for business and employment use will be delivered between now and 2021 - this alone will create 2,500 new jobs.
Knowsley Council Leader Andy Moorhead
Investment and regeneration plans in Kirkby and Prescot are moving apace with new retail facilities and a cinema planned in Kirkby and the Shakespeare North Playhouse, hotel developments, leisure, housing and a cinema planned for Prescot. At the Council’s Cabinet, the Masterplan for Halsnead Garden Village has been adopted. Halsnead will be a new, vibrant community with a range of high quality housing( 1,600 in total), new employment opportunities (22.5 hectares of employment land), 33 hectares of green space, a new country park, a new primary school and improvements to other community and outdoor leisure facilities. The development of this site could create more than 900 new permanent jobs and £40.5m of Gross Value Added to the economy of the Liverpool City Region. Cllr Moorhead said: “This is just a snapshot of some of the initiatives progressing in the borough. “We have achieved a great deal in a short space of time and we will now continue to build on these achievements as we embark on the delivery of our Corporate Plan for 2017-2020. “We have big ambitions for our borough. We will continue to drive forward our plans to grow and sustain our borough, attract more investment, residents and businesses into Knowsley whilst also ensuring our communities have access to the training and employment opportunities that these major investments will bring.”
This is just a snapshot of some of the initiatives progressing in the borough
“Fundamental investment and achieve
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Shakespeare North Playhouse
Halsnead
PRESCOT MASTERPLAN SCOOPS NATIONAL AWARD At the recent Planning Awards in London, Knowsley Council’s Prescot Town Centre Masterplan scooped the National Award for Masterplaning 2017. Five nominations were shortlisted for this category, which recognises outstanding masterplanning work. The Planning Awards are run by Planning magazine in conjunction with PlanningResource and PlacemakingResource.
rich heritage and aims to transform the town centre into a thriving attractive destination with new cultural and leisure facilities, an independent retail offer and a successful evening economy. It also highlights the opportunities for residential developments and transport improvements. Cllr Graham Morgan, cabinet member for regeneration and economic development, said: “This is a fantastic achievement for
us, particularly to win in the very first year that the award category opened! “It’s great to receive national recognition for the work we are doing to drive forward our ambitious plans for our town centres and Prescot is the first town centre to have a long-term place in place that will help to attract the right type of development and investment to support our plans.”
The Awards invited submissions from across 10 planning categories including infrastructure planning, stakeholder engagement and planning permission of the year. This is the first year the masterplanning category has been included in the Planning Awards. The masterplan was developed by Knowsley Council in partnership with consultants Peter Brett Associates. The masterplan supports the council’s ambitious plans to regenerate Prescot and will guide development and investment in the town up to 2028. The plan builds on Prescot’s unique and A copy of the Prescot Town Centre Masterplan is available on Knowsley Council’s website www.knowsley.gov.uk/knowsleycouncil/media/Documents/prescot-town-centre-masterplan-spd-2016.pdf
ements are being delivered in Knowsley”
KNOWSLEY’S KEY FACTS AND CHALLENGES With 147,000 residents over an area of 33 square miles, Knowsley is located at the heart of the Liverpool City Region
With around 3,900 businesses, employing 64,000 people Knowsley makes a significant contribution to the City Region’s economic growth
The demand for adult social care will continue to rise - the number of Knowsley residents aged 65 years and over is forecast to increase by 34% by 2030
Almost 13,000 residents (14%) do not hold a formal qualification this is almost double the national rate
36% of students leave Knowsley schools with 5 or more GCSE’s at A*-C (including English and maths), significantly lower than the North West with 56%
There are more than 61,000 households in the borough with a target of 6,300 new homes to be delivered between now and 2028
18 July 2017
Property News WORK BEGINS TO TRANSFORM DISUSED COLLEGE SITE Home builder, Countryside, has been granted planning permission to build 286 new homes on the site of the former Bowring Community Sports College in Page Moss, in partnership with Knowsley Council. Peter Vella, sales and marketing director, Countryside said: “Demand for new homes continues to rise throughout Knowsley, so our aim is to transform this brownfield site through high quality homes that are attainable for a wide range of people. “We’re working with Knowsley Council on this development, which is known as Wilson Chase, to produce beautiful homes that are ideal for families, first-time buyers and those looking for their forever home. “Wilson Chase is located just one mile from Huyton Town Centre with excellent transport links to the surrounding cities and great local schools, making it a perfect location for modern family living.”
The plans include a mix of three and four bedroom homes, with 257 being made available on the open
New homes coming soon in Huyton
market. Countryside plan to start on site immediately and showhomes are expected to open early next year.
PERFECT FOR FOR ALL FROM YOUNG FAMILIES TO EARLY RETIREES DifRent Private Rental is well underway with their much-anticipated build for rent development in the Tower Hill area of Kirkby. The new development, known as Highfield Green offers new build, high quality two, three and four bedroom family homes exclusively for rent. Benefitting from an abundance of local schools, Highfield Green is also perfectly positioned just eight miles from Liverpool city centre. DifRent homes are bright, clean and spacious, complete with high quality fixtures and fittings including integrated kitchen appliances and alarm/safety systems. The brand has revolutionised the private rental market, striking the right balance between contemporary living and traditional family homes. All properties are finished with cream blinds, wooden flooring, cream kitchen units, ash worktops and light caramel colour carpets – all for ultimate comfort. Perfect for young families, early retirees and young professionals, the homes are currently available to reserve, the new homes start from £595 pcm. This is a unique opportunity, not to be missed! More information for this development is available by calling 0345 319 6819 or visiting www.livedifrent.com/highfield-green. Viewings of a show home are also available.
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Lifestyle
Healthy Eating 5 surprising 100-calorie snacks Tuck into some of the nation’s favourite treats without derailing your diet with these surprising 100-calorie snacks. From British classics like a cheese toastie to a silky banana milkshake, you can enjoy these popular snacks and stay in control of your calories. Most of these low-calorie bites from dietitian Azmina Govindji require only three ingredients and take less than five minutes to prepare. Cheese and tomato toastie – 93kcal (390kJ) A slimmed-down version of an all-time British classic, but no less scrumptious. Simply chop the tomato and spring onion, sprinkle them over a slice of crispbread, cover with grated cheese and place under a pre-heated grill for a
couple of minutes. • 1 wholegrain crispbread: 39kcal (164kJ) • 15g of grated 30% less fat mature cheese: 47kcal (197kJ) • 40g of tomato: 7kcal (29kJ) • an optional sprinkling of chopped spring onion (calories nominal) Hot chocolate with marshmallows – 99kcal (416kJ) Lose yourself for an instant in this indulgent hot chocolate. For a bit of guilt-free luxury, we've added a sprinkling of airy marshmallows and frothed the mixture. • 1 sachet of diet hot chocolate: 60kcal (252kJ) • 200ml of hot water • 12g of mini marshmallows: 39kcal
(164kJ) ‘Three-fruit’ fruit salad – 102kcal (428kJ) Refreshing and easy to make, this ‘three-fruit’ fruit salad, which includes store cupboard-friendly tinned pineapple, provides 2.5 portions of your recommended 5 A DAY. • 50g of seedless black grapes, cut in half: 30kcal (126kJ) • 50g of a diced apple: 26kcal (109kJ) • 100g of chopped tinned pineapple in juice: 46kcal (193kJ) Cheese and pickle canapés – 100kcal (420kJ) Enjoy not one but three of these party nibbles without breaking the calorie bank. Use a potato peeler to get melt-
in-your-mouth, wafer-thin cheese slices and top with gherkin slices and pickle. • 3 water biscuits: 42kcal (176kJ) • 15g of 30% less fat mature cheddar: 46kcal (193kJ) • 30g of gherkin: 4kcal (17kJ) • 6g (1 teaspoon) of pickle: 8kcal (34kJ) Strawberries and cream – 92kcal (386kJ) No, your eyes aren’t deceiving you: you can enjoy this summer favourite for under 100kcal (420kJ). Best prepared with perfectly ripe strawberries, which are now available all year round. • 110g of strawberries: 30kcal (126kJ) • 30g of half-fat crème fraîche: 62kcal (260kJ)
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LIVERPOOL The Liverpool public house 14 James Street (Next door to James Street Station) 12pm Linda 0151 256 1681 Wednesday DOVECOT (HUYTON) St Margaret Mary’s Social Club, Pilch Lane 9.30am, 4.00pm & 6.00pm Julie 07779 538790 NEW CONSULTANT TUESDAY FAZAKERLEY Our Lady of Sorrows Pirrie Road 4.30 & 6.30pm Jan 07954 714567 Monday STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE Craig's Community Centre Little Moss Hey 9.30am Sharron 07962 382590 CROXTETH Porchfield Community Centre Porchfield Close, Off Storrington Avenue 5PM & 7PM Natalie 07928 023090 HUYTON Roby Community Hub Centre Merton Crescent 4.30pm & 6.30pm Vicky 07507 848706
KIRKBY (SOUTHDENE) Southdene Community Centre Broad Lane 4.30pm & 6.30pm Jenny 07734 224138 Tuesday ECCLESTON St James Church Hall St Helens Road 9.00am, 11.00am, 4.30pm & 6.30pm Lynn 07739 167051 KIRKBY The Kirkby Leisure Centre Cherryfield Drive 9.30am & 11.00am Eileen 07742 424767 NETHERLEY Woodlands Community Centre Wood Lane 9.30am, 4.30pm and 6.30pm Helen 07779 266870
PRESCOT St Pauls Parish Church Bryer Road 4.30pm & 6.30pm Lisa 07720 979915 CROXTETH Porchfield Community Centre Off Storrington Avenue 5.30pm Dawn Tel: 07732 845118 Thursday
FAZAKERLEY Our Lady of Sorrows Pirrie Road 5.00pm Jan 07954 714567
KIRKBY (WESTVALE) Holy Angels Social Club Sidney Powell Avenue 4.00pm & 6.00pm Susan 07546 148204
HUYTON Maggi O’Neil Community Centre Liverpool Road 5.30pm & 7.00pm Clare 07950 631858
KIRKBY NORTHWOOD Sacred Heart Social Club Briery Hey Avenue 5.00pm Dawn 07738 008777
FAZAKERLEY Federation Community Centre Opposite library Formosa Drive L10 7LR 5.00pm & 6.30pm Eileen 07742 524767 HALEWOOD Hollies Hall Hollies Road 9.30am, 11.30am, 5.00pm & 7.00pm Kate 07966 260632 KIRKBY (NORTHWOOD) St Mary’s Parochial Club Kennelwood Avenue 4.30pm & 6.30pm Susan 07546 148204
STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE The Craigs Community Centre Little Moss Hey 4.00pm & 6.00pm Sharron 07962 382590 CROXTETH St Cuthberts Church (portacabin) Langley Close 5.00pm & 7.00pm Dawn Tel: 07732 845118
Friday DOVECOT (HUYTON) St Margaret Marys Social Club Pilch Lane 7.30am & 9.30am Julie 07779 538790 Saturday PRESCOT Prescot Town Hall Warrington Road 8.00am & 10.00am Lynn 07739 167051 KNOWSLEY St Marys Church Hall Knowsley Village 8.00am, 10.00am Zara 07854 721185 NORRIS GREEN St Christophers Church Lorenzo Drive 8.30am Debbie 07774 699694 FAZAKERLEY Fazakerley Federation Formosa Road 8.30am, 10.30am Jenny 07734 224138
22 July 2017
Health and Wellbeing HEALTHY KNOWSLEY with Matthew Ashton, Director of Public Health for Knowsley and Sefton
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KEY STEPS TO HEALTHY EATING
A healthy balanced diet is really important for maintaining good physical and mental health. Eating healthily can help you to feel your best and can help to prevent ill health and diseases. These 8 steps can help you make small changes to improve your diet. Making 1 or 2 changes at a time makes it easier to maintain them, then slowly but surely work towards all 8. 1 Base your meals on starchy foods such as potatoes, pasta and rice.
2 Eat lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. 3 Eat more fish (oily fish at least once a week). 4 Cut down on saturated fat (such as cream, cheese, butter) and sugars. 5 Eat less salt. 6 Reduce your portion size. 7 Don’t get thirsty. Drink plenty of water, and remember there are calories in drinks such as sugary fizzy drinks and alcohol. 8 Don’t skip breakfast.
HEATWAVE:
HOW TO COPE IN HOT WEATHER Our mental wellbeing can make a positive difference to how we feel, helping us to live happier and healthier lives. For example, when was the last time you tried something new, noticed things around you, laughed until you cried, made someone smile, got up and about? We can help too as Knowsley’s free annual Feelgood Festival returns on Saturday 5 August between 1pm and 5pm at Court Hey Park, Huyton. This year, the Festival is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love in 1967 and it’s packed with activities, performances and experiences to help improve your health and wellbeing – from mindful yoga, relaxation techniques to drawing and painting or taking part in a family bike ride, there’s something for everyone! The Comedy Trust will be offering hilarious ‘Feeling Funny’ workshops, exploring the ways in which laughter and comedy has the power to make you feel good. Lush Spa Liverpool will also be there, with some fantastic complementary taster treatments and a little bit of Lush magic, whilst Boots pharmacy will be on hand with both health advice and a makeup artist offering amazing summer makeovers. Children are invited to dress up in 60s or 70s fashion and join in the Summer of Love fancy dress parade around the site at 1pm to get the event off to a fantastic start – and there’ll be great prizes on offer for the best costumes. Register now through Knowsley’s Children’s Centres or call 0151 443 5749 for an entry form. Knowsley’s Children’s Centres will also be at the festival, promoting oral health, giving baby massage demonstrations and offering storytime sessions for the very youngest festival-goers. I hope to see you there, but if you can’t make it, there’s lots of information and advice to improve your health wellbeing at www.healthyknowsley.co.uk. This includes identifying and coping with stress, how to get a better night’s sleep and making time for the five ways to wellbeing. Take a look today!
Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it’s too hot for too long there are health risks. If a heatwave hits this summer, make sure the hot weather doesn’t harm you or anyone you know. Why is a heatwave a problem? The main risks posed by a heatwave are: • dehydration (not having enough water) • overheating, which can make symptoms worse for people who already have problems with their heart or breathing • heat exhaustion and heatstroke Who is most at risk? A heatwave can affect anyone, but the most vulnerable people are: • older people, especially those over 75 • babies and young children • people with a serious chronic condition, especially heart or breathing problems • people with mobility problems – for example, people with Parkinson’s disease or who have had a stroke • people with serious mental health problems • people on certain medications, including those that affect sweating and temperature control • people who misuse alcohol or drugs • people who are physically active – for example, labourers or those doing sports Level one alert: be prepared The Meteorological Office has a
warning system that issues alerts if a heatwave is likely. Level one is the minimum alert and is in place from June 1 until September 15 (which is the period that heatwave alerts are likely to be raised). Although you don’t have to do anything during a level one alert, it is advisable to be aware of what to do if the alert level is raised. Knowing how to keep cool during long periods of hot weather can help save lives.
Level three alert: when a heatwave is happening This alert is triggered when the Met Office confirms there will be heatwave temperatures in one or more regions. Follow the instructions for a level two alert. The following tips apply to everybody when it comes to keeping cool and comfortable, and reducing health risks.
Level two alert: heatwave is forecast The Met Office raises an alert if there is a high chance that an average temperature of 30C by day and 15C overnight will occur over the next two to three days. These temperatures can have a significant effect on people’s health if they last for at least two days and the night in between. Although you don’t need to take any immediate action, follow these steps in preparation: • Stay tuned to the weather forecast on the radio, TV or social media, or the Met Office. • If you’re planning to travel, check the forecast at your
Level four alert: severe heatwave This is the highest heatwave alert in Britain. It is raised when a heatwave is severe and/or prolonged, and is an emergency situation. At level four, the health risks from a heatwave can affect fit and healthy people, and not just those in high-risk groups. These groups include the elderly, the very young and people with chronic medical conditions. Follow the information given above for a level three alert. Check that anyone around you who is in a high-risk group is coping with the heat.
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ARMY VETERAN TAKES ON CHARITY ABSEIL
ormer Army veteran, Andy Reid, has helped to raise thousands of pounds for St Helens and Whiston Hospitals’ Charity by joining over 100 fabulous fundraisers to abseil down St Helens and Whiston hospitals. Over two days, the hospitals took it in turn to host the abseil, with money being raised for services and departments across both sites. Afghanistan veteran, and triple amputee Andy, abseiled down Whiston Hospital to the cheers of the watching crowd. Ahead of the abseil, Andy said: “It’s for such a good cause, both Whiston and St Helens hospitals are vital for the local community and I am happy to support this charity. Fundraising can only make things better for people who need hospital care.” The charity was launched in January 2016, with Ambassador Paul Sculthorpe MBE, taking on the first ever abseil at Whiston Hospital. This year, was
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the first time St Helens Hospital got in on the action with over 100 intrepid fundraisers taking on the drops, including many staff, patients and so far they have raised over £8,000 Ann Marr, chief executive, said: “Our hospitals’ charity has really become a much loved addition to the Trust and it is wonderful to see how our staff, patients and local community have embraced it, coming up with some wonderful ideas to raise money. We can’t thank everyone enough for their continued support.” You can check out the charity online: www.WSHospitalsCharity.org and follow them on Twitter @WSHospsCharity and Facebook www.facebook.com/WSHospsCharity Anyone wishing to make a donation to the charity can visit www.justgiving.com/WSHospsCharity or they can donate by text, texting WSHC11 followed by £5 or £10 to 70070
Andy Reid abseils down Whiston Hospital and after the abseil with Charity Manager, Liz Titley, and Innes MacDonald Mountain Monkey
24 July 2017
DEFIBRILLATORS INSTALLED IN TOWN CENTRES A number of life-saving defibrillators are being installed in public places across Knowsley from this week. The Automated External Defibrillators (AED) are easy to use and can save the life of a person who’s suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. Since 2013, Knowsley Council has provided defibrillators to every school and children’s centre in the borough, along with Volair leisure centres and publicly-accessible buildings. The council’s Occupational Health and Safety team has also trained around 800 staff in these locations in how to use the AEDs. Defibrillators in Knowsley have been successfully used on three separate occasions in the past six months. Working in partnership with the Oliver King Foundation - set up in memory of 12 year old Oliver, who sadly died at his Liverpool school in March 2011 from Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) - the council has now expanded the initiative to provide AEDs in the following town centre locations: • Cavendish Walk in Huyton (next to the Wilko store) • Eccleston Street in Prescot (next to Wetherspoons) • St Chad’s Parade in Kirkby (next to Poundland)
More defibrillators will be installed in other locations over the coming weeks. The defibrillator is easy to operate, with a series of clear voice instructions and visual prompts provided to guide the user through the process. If a person has suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, someone should ring 999 immediately to request an ambulance. The control room operator will tell the caller where the nearest AED is located and the unique access code to open the unit and get to the defibrillator. Knowsley Council’s cabinet lead member for resources, Cllr Terry Byron, said: “I’m delighted that we are able to expand this vitally important initiative and provide even more defibrillators across Knowsley. “Research shows that if defibrillation is delivered promptly after someone suffers a cardiac arrest, their chances of survival increase dramatically to as much as 75%. “We have seen three lives saved in Knowsley this year thanks to the use of defibrillators installed in our schools, children’s centres, leisure centres and publicly-accessible buildings.” Mark King from the Oliver King Foundation said: “It has been an absolute pleasure working in partnership with Knowsley Council to make sure that every child and member of staff is in a
Appeal after Prescot theft Merseyside Police is appealing for witnesses after jewellery and other possessions were stolen from a house in Prescot between 8 and 9 June. A report was received on 9 June after it was discovered an offender had entered the property through a window. A wallet and some items of jewellery were taken during the incident. The items of jewellery include: • Thomas Sabo Ladies watch • Ladies 1 carat diamond ring • Ladies 18c yellow gold engagement ring, 3 diamonds (0.5 carat) on a twist. • Ladies wedding ring set with 5 or 7 diamonds
Detective Constable Jeff Huxley said: “This burglary has been particularly distressing for the victims as it occurred while they were asleep upstairs. “The jewellery taken is quite distinctive and I would therefore ask anyone who’s offered any or all of this jewellery, to contact the police on 101 or by calling Crimestoppers, free and anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”
Cllr Terry Byron, Knowsley Council’s cabinet lead member for resources with Mark King of the Oliver King Foundation, at the newly installed defibrillator in Kirkby Town Centre.
safe working and learning environment. “I’m so pleased that the initiative has expanded even further across Knowsley
with defibrillators being installed in three main shopping areas with more to follow.”
Prescot Festival celebrates with grand finale Almost 500 people came through the oak doors of Prescot’s Jacobean parish church for the opening weekend of the town’s annual festival. Lancashire’s number-one ranking brass band, Leyland Band, initiated the proceedings on Friday night, receiving a standing ovation after their encore of Strauss’s Radetzky March. On Saturday, a magnificent performance by the Prescot Festival Chorus was followed by the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Girl Choristers, in a stunning festival debut. The internationally renowned organist Professor Dr Ian Tracey rounded off the weekend’s concerts on Sunday afternoon. Now Organist to the City of Liverpool, Organist Titulaire of Liverpool Cathedral, and Chorusmaster to the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, Ian began his musical career at St Mary’s Prescot over four decades ago. Elsewhere in the town, crowds flocked to the Prescot Carnival to enjoy funfair rides and live entertainment in blazing sunshine and soaring temperatures.
HEALTH AWARENESS DAY AT KCC To celebrate National Health Awareness day, Knowsley Community College played host to several Knowsley organisations and agencies all aiming to make Knowsley a healthier place. The organisations who attended included National Citizenship Service, giving students the opportunity to get involved in their summer programme, Engage Knowsley who provide drug and alcohol information, advice and one-toone support and GULP, a campaign which encourages the community to Give Up Loving Pop to improve their health. Knowsley Councils iVan was also available for general health questions and advice, answered professionally and confidentially while their own college gym staff were on hand to provide blood pressure checks, exercise and fitness advice and host bike and rowing competitions. Students said that it was great to learn about what really goes into their food and drinks and appreciated the opportunity for no pressure advice while visiting organisations spoke of how welcoming staff and students were, with students being particularly forthcoming and eager to get involved.
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VOLUNTEERS STAGE CLEAR UP AT NEW MEMORIAL CENTRE SITE Volunteers have been helping to pave the way for the long-awaited new memorial building and heritage centre at Knowsley Cemetery in Whiston. Workers from Wates Construction currently working to deliver Prescot’s new Community Fire and Police Station - and young people involved with Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service’s Prince’s Trust programme volunteered their time to help clear the site in preparation for the start of building works. They have also helped out with grave levelling, turfing and creating hanging baskets for the cemetery. The volunteer project at Knowsley Cemetery formed part of the Wates Group’s ‘Reshaping Tomorrow’ week, a national programme that coincided with National Volunteers’ Week. Throughout the week, the business’ 4,000 employees donated their time to help local good causes. In recent years, the Whiston Initiative in Cultural Heritage (WICH) group has been working hard in organising events to raise money for the memorial building. The group has raised around £80,000 and is hoping to see construction work begin in the coming weeks. They have also received help from VINCI
construction to the value off £35,000. When complete, the memorial building will feature many of the original features from the demolished Victorian workhouse chapel at Whiston Hospital, including stained glass windows and stone work. As well as providing a place for quiet reflection for those visiting the cemetery, the memorial building will also feature a heritage exhibition and a unique computerised book of remembrance. Cllr David Williams, vice president of WICH, said: “Knowsley Council has been working closely with WICH, partners and local businesses to enable the centre to be built and provide a unique space for cemetery visitors. “We hope we will see all of the hard work coming to fruition in the coming weeks and are very grateful to our volunteers who have given their time and their great efforts to prepare the site for building work to begin.” Tony Shenton, business unit director of Wates Construction North West, said: “I’d like to thank my colleagues at Wates and the team from Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service for their sterling efforts in clearing the site at Knowsley Cemetery. “The work that the team undertook is a
fantastic example of how our Reshaping Tomorrow week supports communities, enhances environmental and economic sustainability, and ultimately improves the lives of local people.” Anthony Dunn, programme support worker with Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service Prince’s Trust Team, said: “This was a great opportunity for the young
people who are part of our Prince’s Trust programme to be involved in an important project for the community in a really hands-on way. “They enjoyed working as part of a team alongside partners from Knowsley Council and Wates Construction, and were proud to contribute to such a worthwhile initiative”.
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DISNEY SUCCESS FOR DANCERS Halewood based Secret Ingredients Dance Company (SIDC) are celebrating a successful trip to Disneyland Paris. The Team Divalicious dancers competed at Disneyland Paris Championships achieving an amazing 14 first places in contemporary, Jazz, Lyrical, Acro and Freestyle Disco. Dance teachers Andrea and Louisa Knox who also founded the group are over the moon, Lisa said: “We are extremely proud of our dancers who included Savanna, Kyra, Daisy, Poppy, Jacey, Eva, Anna, Georgia, Gracie, Hollie and Libby. “The SIDC dancers competed against schools from Germany, Canada, France, Denmark and the UK. “Our dancers are busy training for more regional and international competitions with the hope of qualifying for GB titles. “We have achieved many awards and titles competing all over the UK as champions of Freestyle Disco Dancers. “We teach various forms of dance mediums, freestyle disco, lyrical,
commercial, slow dance, hip-hop, street acro and rock-roll. “We are proud to have taught hundreds of hopeful nominees entering
the world championships in the near future. “Many dancers have who have passed through our school have gone on to
CARE HOME CELEBRATES CARE HOME OPEN DAY Residents and relatives at HC-One’s Knowsley Manor in Huyton, celebrated the fifth annual Care Home Open Day in June. Care Home Open Day is a national event that gives local people the opportunity to learn more about the services at the heart of their community. This year’s theme was ‘HC-One Big Lunch’, as they partnered with the UK’s biggest annual neighbourly get together. Residents, their loved ones and neighbours of the home celebrated with entertainment from Elvis, a summer fayre and residents even enjoyed an ice cream from the ice cream trike. The family of HC-One homes across the UK took part in activities throughout the day, which comes shortly after HC-One celebrated its own 5th anniversary last month and relaunched as ‘HC-One The Kind Care Company’, bringing to focus their ethos of delivering the kindest care. Andrea Nicholson, HC-One area director said: “Thank you to all who came to take part in Care Home Open Day with us. We all had a wonderful time sitting and chatting with our neighbours and enjoyed singing from Elvis and ice creams from the ice-cream trike. HC-One chief operating officer Paula Keys said: “Care Home Open Day embodies our ethos at HCOne, as our relationship with the local communities we serve are such an integral part of the work that we do. “We strive to be the first-choice provider for those looking for the kindest care and the employer for choice for the best, most professional and kindest staff, and we are so pleased to be able to demonstrate this to our visitors during Care Home Open Day. “We hope that everyone enjoyed their visit, and we’re delighted our neighbours had the opportunity to see first-hand how HC-One delivers the kindest care.”
perform in theatres and on cruise liners, this makes us as teachers very proud as we see them as extentions of ourselves”.
Knowsley’s Children and Young People’s Plan for 2017-2020 launched The Knowsley Partnership has launched its Children and Young People’s Plan for 2017-2020. The plan has been developed for children and young people, in consultation with children and young people, providing them with an exciting opportunity to have their say and help to shape future services in Knowsley. The plan highlights some of the most important issues facing young people in Knowsley today including the local priorities that were put forward by over 6,000 young people in Knowsley. In order to achieve positive outcomes for children and families in Knowsley, five key priorities will be addressed over the next three years. These are:• Giving Children the Best Start in Life - improving a child’s life chances from birth, promoting active healthy lifestyles and positive mental wellbeing. • Compassionate Prevention - ensuring that a robust Early Help offer is in place that takes a ‘whole family approach’ to prevention. • Safeguarding - the Community’s Business – ensuring that safeguarding is ‘everyone’s business’ and promoting community and universal services so that children and young people get the right help at the right time. • Making education irresistible – improving the quality of education and changing perceptions and beliefs about the value of education in Knowsley. • Knowsley people, leading the way – raising aspirations, achievement and access so that young people feel empowered and confident to enter into the world of work. Each priority has a clear action plan on how the priority will be addressed and what the desired outcomes are for each. Cllr Joan Lilly, cabinet member for children’s services, said: “I am passionate about improving the lives of all our children and young people. “This plan shows how committed we all are in working together and engaging all our communities to drive forward the changes that will make a difference to their futures. I am proud to endorse this plan and will work hard to ensure that it brings about the improvements needed for our children and young people”.
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EARLSFIELD PARK PLANNING DOCUMENT ADOPTED The Earlsfield Park Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) has been adopted by Knowsley Council, following Cabinet approval. Earlsfield Park has been earmarked for a prestigious employment and housing location with businesses contributing to the economic growth of the Liverpool City Region and high quality housing broadening the appeal of the area as a place to live. The 23-hectare development site in North Huyton is located close to junction 2 of the M57 and will include around 100 new homes and a minimum of 16 hectares of employment land. The development will protect and enhance the existing Lord Derby playing fields and Oak Plantation on the site. Cllr Graham Morgan, Knowsley’s cabinet member for regeneration and economic development said: “The adoption of the Earlsfield Park Supplementary Planning Document is vital to support, encourage and guide investment in and development of this large site.
“Our ambition is to create a prestigious employment and housing location in Knowsley, which will be supported by enhancements to the community facilities at the existing playing fields and Knowsley FC and Oak Plantation. The SPD will help the council to secure high-quality housing and employment investment and development in the borough, helping people in Knowsley and beyond to have access to a wider range of living and working choices.” Before any development can
Comedy comes to Knowsley Hall Come and see an open-air theatre performance of William Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors on Thursday 10 August 7.30pm at Knowsley Hall. After last year’s successful sell out performance, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men are back this summer to perform Shakespeare’s most hilarious farce ‘The Comedy of Errors’ in the grounds of Knowsley Hall. This fantastical comedy follows two pairs of identical twins, Antipholus of Syracuse and Antipholus of Ephesus, and their servants, both named Dromio. When they were babies, the twins and their parents were separated in a shipwreck; now, years later, as one half of the twins search for the other they unwittingly find themselves in the same city on the same day. Be sure to catch this brilliant company perform Shakespeare as it would have been; all male, in the open air and in full Elizabethan costume with traditional music and dance. This is undoubtedly one of the hottest tickets of the summer. Bring a picnic and your own low backed seating or rugs and spend a glorious summer’s evening watching this funny, moving and fast-paced production of one of Shakespeare’s best-loved comedies. Ticket prices as follows: £15 Adults, £10 Children, Family £45 (2 adults, 2 children) To book tickets: http://knowsleyhallvenue.co.uk/events/comedy-of-errors
take place, Knowsley Council will need to approve the Masterplan prepared by Ion Development and any individual planning applications. The Supplementary Planning Document and approved Masterplan will ensure that any development is a highly-visible demonstration of Knowsley’s ambitions for high quality design, construction and environmental standards. The Earlsfield Park Supplementary Planning Document will be available on the council’s website from 5 July.
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THE LEAGUE OF BLONDES or legal reasons I’ve had to change some of the names and places in this story, but the rest, as far as I know, is a true and very strange account. In July 1977, a 45-year-old out of work actor named Mark Pritchard bumped into an old friend named Clive Scott in the Bowring Park pub, Court Hey. During the conversation over a pint, Mark told his friend that work had dried up and that he was even prepared to have a go at window cleaning when Clive said: “Well, if you’re serious, I’ve got a set of old ladders in my garden shed you can have.” “You’re on,” Mark told Clive and accompanied him to his house on Huyton’s Mayfair Avenue. The shed had been broken into and the ladders and most of the garden tools had been stolen, but Mark calmed his friend down and pitched an idea to him. “I’ll pay rent on your shed – a tenner a week.” “‘You want to live in my shed?” a bewildered Clive asked. “Not live – work”. Mark replied, his eyes scanning the interior of the large green shed. “I’m going to make chairs, you know, carpentry and all that. Here’s the deposit.” He gave Clive a tenner. “My Karen won’t like it” - Clive began to say, but Mark smiled and nodded and said: “She’ll be alright.” Well, Mark tapped into someone’s electricity supply – possibly from a lamp post, and he also tapped the cable running to a public telephone box. He fitted a neon light to the ceiling of the hut and upon an old green baize card table he placed an old telephone he’d acquired from someone. Then Mark visited the local church hall where a duplicating machine could be hired for 50p an hour and he produced hundreds of sheets advertising his ‘new company’ Pritchard Investigations – yes, Mark had set himself up as a private investigator; £10 a day plus expenses. Those sheets went everywhere: the windows of filling stations, post offices, libraries, social club and supermarket bulletin boards and so on, but Mark Pritchard had to answer the phone right away if it rang – because it would also be ringing in the local public phone box! He got two cases in one day – a woman who suspected that her poodle had been kidnapped and the manager of a supermarket who believed a staff member was stealing boxes of frozen
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“Who on earth is this League of Blondes? I need you to find out. A thousand for you if you do.” Mark said he’d visit Roland for more information but the promising client insisted on visiting Mark, and he was very surprised to see that the office was a garden shed. Mark had to say his usual office was being refurbished. There were obvious questions to be asked. “Mr Olliston, do you know of any former female employees – any previous old flame for that matter – who might be behind these attempts on your life?” Mark enquired. “I’m a one-woman man, Pritchard – I don’t have affairs, and all of my
previous secretaries have left the firm under amicable conditions. “But of course, some secretaries did make passes, but I made it clear I wasn’t interested and I even had a photograph of my wife on the desk. “Whoever it is,” said Mark, “they seem very determined to cause harm – fixing brakes, sending fire-bombs to you; call me sexist but I don’t associate all that with a woman.” “Don’t underestimate a woman scorned, Pritchard,” said Roland, lighting a cigarette. “Who on earth is this League of Blondes? I need you to find out. A thousand for you if you do.” Mark worked overtime on this one, and he traced previous secretaries who had worked for Olliston – and noted they were all blonde. Then Mark started to receive warnings from a woman over the phone. This woman said that Roland Olliston was getting his just desserts. Karen Scott, the wife of Mark’s friend Clive, began to have terrible nightmares about women dressed in black who warned her to have nothing to do with Mark Pritchard. Still, Mark delved into the case, and he suspected that witchcraft was being used against him and his client. Then Roland’s wife visited Mark and told him to drop the case. She said that she’d hired a private eye to look into the matter and he had discovered the sordid truth. Her husband had a habit of hiring young blonde secretaries, and then he’d wine and dine them, take them to a hotel, where they’d book in as a married couple. Once Roland had his way with the secretary, he’d fire her – and move on to the next victim. He often compared these young women to cars and joked about getting
a new model once he’d had enough of the last one. According to Mrs Olliston, Roland could not accept ageing and had to periodically prove to himself that he could still pull “dolly birds”. One secretary he had dumped had committed suicide because she had loved Roland, but he hadn’t shown an iota of concern at her death. One of the ‘conquests’ was an accomplished witch, and she had formed a coven made up from the discarded secretaries and taught them potent black magic. And the League of Blondes was born. So, Mark abandoned the case, and a month later he read in the papers about the curious death of Roland Olliston. He had been found dead from heart failure under a hedge in his garden, his eyes bulging in terror at something...
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PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE KNOWSLEY TOWN COUNCIL Report of the Independent Remuneration Panel (2017) Knowsley Town Council has received a copy of the report of the Independent Remuneration Panel in respect of the payment of Parish Basic Allowance and Chairmanʼs Allowance. The Panel noted that Town Councils may resolve to pay their members an allowance known as Parish Basic Allowance. The Panel acknowledged that Town Councils may also pay a Chairmanʼs Allowance under existing Regulations. Conclusion of the Panel No Parish Basic Allowance be payable during the financial year 2017/18. Reasonable out of pocket expenses for travel and subsistence be reimbursed in respect of duties and meetings covered by the relevant regulations. Knowsley Town Council having regard to the Panelʼs report on allowances, noted the conclusions of the Panel and RESOLVED to pay members a Basic Membersʼ Allowance of £846 per year and a Chairmanʼs Allowance of £1,000 per year. Copies of the Panelʼs report are available for inspection by arrangement at: Knowsley Town Council Office, Knowsley Village Hall, School Lane, Knowsley Village, Merseyside, L34 9EN. Contact: Heather Weightman – Clerk of the Council on 0151 548 4545
KNOWSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Licensing of sex establishments Address of premises Unit 9 Venture Works, Charley Wood Road, Knowsley, Merseyside L33 7SG I Paul Davies of the Kameleon Group/TA Saucy UK hereby give notice that I have applied to the Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council under the provisions of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 for a licence to use the premises referred to above as a sex shop. Any person wishing to make representations about this application should make them in writing to the Licensing Service, Knowsley MBC, 2nd Floor, Yorkon Building, Archway Road, Huyton L36 9FB, or by email to licensing@knowsley.gov.uk within 28 days of the date of this notice.
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NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THIS YEAR’S KNOWSLEY BUSINESS AWARDS Now in their fifteenth year, the awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of organisations and individuals from Knowsley and further afield, that are driving forward Knowsley’s economic success. The event continues to grow in popularity and the ceremony now attracts over 600 guests from the North West business community. Cllr Graham Morgan, Knowsley’s cabinet member for regeneration and economic development said: “Our Business Awards are a fantastic way to celebrate and showcase some of the amazing talent, dedication and passion that we have here in Knowsley. “We’re experiencing exceptional business growth and the awards are a great way to acknowledge this. “I would encourage all organisations to take a look at the categories and submit a nomination for this year’s awards.” The categories for this year’s awards are: • Corporate Social Responsibility • Development of the Year • Employee/Team of the Year • Excellence in Export (up to 249 employees) • Excellence in Export (over 249 employees)
• Green Award • Investment of the Year • Manufacturer of the Year (up to 249 employees) • Manufacturer of the Year (over 249 employees) • Newcomer of the Year • Retailer of the Year • Small Business of the Year (up to 10 employees) • SME of the Year (up to 249 employees) • Transport & Logistics Business of the Year All nominations must be submitted by 5pm Friday 1 September and shortlisted applicants will be informed by the end of September. All nomination details are available on www.knowsleybusinesswards.com Edward Perry, chair of the Knowsley Place Board said: “The Knowsley Business Awards continue to grow in popularity and the volume and quality of nominations are always superb. This is testament to the vibrancy of our business community here in Knowsley and that we have so much to celebrate. “I am delighted to be involved in the awards and that once again I, along with my fellow place board members, will be part of the judging panel. It is wonderful
Northern Logistics Academy secures FLT Accreditation The Northern Logistics Academy has officially launched a selection of fork lift truck training courses after receiving official accreditation from RTITB. The new provision, to be delivered from the Northern Logistics Academy, based at both the Langtree Street Campus in St Helens and Cherryfield Drive Campus in Kirkby, supports the growing demand for skills and training within the logistics industry. The courses offered will include everything from novice training up to courses for more experienced forklift truck drivers. All of which are accredited by the Road Transport Industry Training Board (RTITB), the regulatory body for workplace transport training The Northern Logistics Academy is a logistics and transport training specialist, delivering sector specific training and qualifications, a project approved late last year by the Liverpool City Region’s growth deal fund in a bid to help close a growing skills gap. The academy is equipped with state of the art facilities and equipment from leading international logistics equipment company, Jungheinrich, with reach, counterbalance and pallet trucks at both campuses.
The launch comes as it was announced that a £150million logistics hub in Haydock received the green light and is set to create thousands of jobs in the local area. The Northwest has seen a huge increase in demand for a logistics skilled workforce as development sites across the region continue to grow including the OMEGA site at Warrington, home to distribution centres for top companies such as ASDA, The Hut Group, Travis Perkins, Hermes and Amazon. Beth Nolan, director of business development said: “We are really proud of our growing curriculum offer. We have courses for individuals who are new to the industry and for those who are experienced professionals looking to upskill or take the next step in their career. “Our delivery of these accredited courses will contribute to developing a skilled workforce for the industry locally. We are keen to work with employers who may need their training tailor-made.” These courses are designed to improve skills and knowledge and will provide students with an understanding of how to safely operate a fork lift truck, eliminating any potential hazards and risks around the workplace.
to see the range of success stories and achievements that are submitted.” This year’s ceremony will be held on Thursday 23 November and will once again take place at the Grand Marquee, in the grounds of Knowsley Safari Park. As in previous years, all submissions
will be judged by members of the Knowsley place board which is made up of senior figures from across the North West including representatives from Knowsley Hall and Safari, Knowsley Chamber and QVC.
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VOLAIR WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS
Volair has welcomed two new members to its board of directors. They are GP Simon Perritt, who brings with him over 25 years of health and wellbeing experience, along with Richard Smith, Knowsley Safari’s operations manager, bringing with him over 30 years of customer services knowledge and experience. Volair was established in April 2016, providing leisure services including swimming pools, gyms, sports pitches, velodrome, BMX track and fitness classes across five leisure and fitness suites in Knowsley. Over the last year, Volair has delivered a complete gym refurbishment at Kirkby Leisure Centre, offering the latest state-of-the-art equipment, together with the launch of a new fitness timetable. A new 3G football pitch is also nearing completion in Kirkby with the new facility due to open this month and a full-sized 3G, floodlit pitch is now also available at Prescot Soccer Centre. In addition, a range of improvements
works has been completed at Knowsley Velodrome and BMX park. Both Volair’s Chairman Andy Moorhead and Kevin Schofield, managing director, said: “We are delighted to welcome Simon and Richard to our board, who bring with them a wealth of talent, expertise and energy to further develop and strengthen our leisure offer across Knowsley.” Simon has been a GP partner at Wingate in Kirkby for 15 years. He is also a board member of the Knowsley CCG, the clinical lead for unplanned care for Knowsley CCG as well as the clinical lead for NHS 111 Merseyside. He has a keen and varied interest in sport and has been the club doctor for St Helens RFC for the last 15 years and was the chief medical ffficer for the Rugby League World Cup in 2013. Richard is head of visitor services at Knowsley Safari Park a post he has held for the past fie years with the specific task of creating a service led culture built around excellent visitor engagement.
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KNOWSLEY DISABLEDGO ‘GOES LIVE’ A website giving disability access information about more than 600 venues across Knowsley has been launched in the borough. More than 70 people attended the launch event of the DisabledGo accessibility checker for Knowsley, including representatives from local voluntary groups, the council, as well as health professionals and community members. The Knowsley guide – which aims to maximise independence and choice for disabled people - includes comprehensive access information about more than 600 venues in the borough including libraries, children centres, leisure and community centres, train stations and many more. Cllr Christina O’Hare, Knowsley Council’s cabinet member for adult social care said: “DisabledGo is a great initiative that supports people with disabilities to plan a visit or their daily activities in Knowsley, helping them to live independent lives and enjoy the freedom to explore their local area in the same way any other person does.
“We recently held a launch event in Huyton and it was great that so many local people attended and gave their feedback and views on this project. “We will continue to work closely with Disabled Go to ensure all our buildings; places and spaces are accessible to all.” All the venues included on the DisabledGo website have been visited and accessed by a trained surveyor, so website users get all the facts from someone who has experienced the building or facility first hand. Anna Nelson, executive director for DisabledGo said: ‘We are thrilled to launch the Knowsley Accessibility Checker and hope it will enable more and more people to access the many facilities Knowsley has to offer. “Not knowing what to expect, particularly about key facilities such as parking and toilets, is a key barrier to people accessing their community. This resource will remove that uncertainty and enable people to plan a trip out with confidence. “The service isn’t just for people with
HALEWOOD MAN SENTENCED FOR DRUGS OFFENCES
A man from Halewood has been jailed for two years after he was stopped with heroin and cocaine worth £20,000 in his car following an investigation by TITAN regional organised crime unit. Robert Dally, 51, of Blakeacre Road, Halewood pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A drugs after he was stopped by police on the slip road of the M6 southbound, near to junction 14 on 4 November 2016. A bag containing half a kilo of heroin and a quantity of cocaine was found during a search of the Vauxhall Zafira he was driving. The total street value of the drugs was estimated to be £20,700. Dally appeared at Liverpool Crown Court on Wednesday 28 June 2017 and pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. Detective Inspector Nick Hughes, from Titan, said: “Criminals who deal in the supply and distribution of controlled drugs, don’t care about the impact that the supply of drugs has in our communities. “I would like to reassure the decent members of our communities that we will continue to proactively tackle criminal gangs who think nothing of flooding the streets with dangerous drugs in order to profit from other people's misery. “I hope today’s sentencing shows anyone involved in drugs supply in the North West – you are not untouchable – you will be caught and put before the courts. Titan will continue to do everything to stop criminals from profiting from the miserable trade of drugs. “Titan exists to target and dismantle top tier criminal gangs who pose the greatest threat to the North-West public and whose damaging influence stretches throughout the UK and beyond. “The key to our success is the work we do side by side with local police forces and national law enforcement agencies and today’s sentencing is a great example of this.” Anyone with information about drug dealing in their community can call Merseyside Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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and carers. We look forward to hearing people’s feedback and hope that Knowsley Council will inspire other organisations to get involved”.
Safeguarding the future of adult provider services Plans to safeguard the future of adult social care services directly provided by Knowsley Council will come under the spotlight this week. While the majority of Knowsley’s adult social care services are commissioned from the community, voluntary and private sector, the council still provides a number of in-house services, such as adult and older people’s day care, Shared Lives and respite services, as well as supported accommodation. Faced with the pressures of reduced budgets and an aging population, the council needs to look at different ways of providing these services, which will secure their future and ensure they continue to be of high quality, effective, caring and offer choice to service users and carers. The council’s cabinet will consider proposals to explore the viability of creating a partnership with an existing local authority trading company to run these services. This option would enable Knowsley to pool resources and expertise, while giving service users greater choice, flexibility and control over which services they use. Options under consideration include a partnership with Sefton Council’s Local Authority Traded Company, New Directions, or teaming up with Knowsley’s leisure services provider, Volair, although joining forces with Sefton Council will be recommended to Knowsley’s Cabinet as the preferred way forward. Leader of Knowsley Council Cllr Andy Moorhead (pictured) said: “In the current financial climate, we need to look at new ways of working which will safeguard the future of these vital services. “The new proposals, which we are only exploring at the moment, would enable us to pool resources and expertise, while giving service users greater choice, flexibility and control over which services they use and
how those services are accessed. “There will be no immediate changes to service provision and no decisions are being made at this point. “Service users, their families and carers, as well as our staff, will be at the heart of this process and we are committed to running an extensive consultation process and ensuring their voices are heard in the development of the new way of working.” Both options will be subject to more extensive investigations in the coming months, with any new business model being introduced in Autumn of 2018. Chair of Sefton Council’s New Directions Cllr Robert Brennan said: “Although no commitments have been made and further discussions with Knowsley Council need to be undertaken, this is welcome news. “The benefits of a larger company mean that better services can be delivered to our communities together by improving and transferring skills as well as securing jobs. “Knowsley and Sefton enjoy a positive relationship and whilst providing stability in the current climate, there is the potential to grow the business in future years.”
CROWN GREEN BOWLERS WANTED IN PRESCOT Prescot-based Lady Margaret Bowling Club are on the look out for new players. The crown green bowling club are based on Warrington Road are looking for players of all ages and abilities and play in the St Helens, Widenes and Newton leagues. for more information contact Patrick manley on 07795 203244 or email patrickmanley@hotmail.co.uk
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TRUST CELEBRATE ACTIVE CHALLENGE The inaugural Dean Trust Active Challenge event took place in the beautiful surroundings of Knowsley Hall on Tuesday 27 June. The event began with over 250 pupils from across nine schools taking part in a 2K run. Every primary and secondary school within the Dean Trust was represented. Their host, Lord Derby, started the race and the pupils gave maximum effort to complete the run in their quickest time possible. The pupils found the run to be a real challenge and the smiles and sense of satisfaction at the end, when they were presented with their medals and certificates by the chairman of the Dean Trust Mr Brian Dean Rigby, and chief executive Mr Tarun Kapur. Following the pupil run, a 3.5K run took place involving staff and school governors from across their schools. Amanda Ward from the Deans Trust, said: “We were also thrilled that Lord Derby himself was able to join in this run, accompanied by the managing director of Stanley Estates, Mr Waller. Our staff and pupils very much appreciated Lord Derby’s evident enthusiasm and support for our event and it was certainly a privilege to be able to run in his magnificent grounds. “A fantastic time was had by all and
we look forward to many more Dean Trust School events in the future.” Brian Rigby, chairman of The Dean Trust said: “The splendour and magnificent grounds of Knowsley Hall were a perfect location for The Dean Trust's first ‘Fun Run’. “I have rarely seen such enthusiasm from both our primary and secondary pupils as they clearly enjoyed the event and they were all really determined to do their best. “It was a real pleasure to congratulate them all at the finish line and present them with a medal in recognition of their efforts. Sincere thanks must go to members of staff who organised such a
brilliant day. “I hope that the run becomes an annual event in The Dean Trust calendar.” Tarun Kapur, chief executive of The Dean Trust,said: “Such a fantastic event which, for the first time, brought together staff and pupils from all of The Dean Trust schools, in the stunning grounds of Knowsley Hall. “The air was filled both with great camaraderie but also competitive spirit spurring all to the finish line. All that attended were thrilled that Lord Derby himself, was able to not only attend the event but also to participate in the 3km run. A great afternoon for all!”
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SEASON TICKETS GO ON SALE Now is your chance to pick up your season tickets ready for the new season. Prescot Cables are pleased to announce that you can now buy your season ticket for the upcoming season at Volair Park. You can buy a standard season ticket which costs £120 for adults, and £70 for concessions. Concessions are adults 65+, Students and the Unemployed. evidence will need to be provided before tickets are issued. They are also offering a 'Pie and Pint' season ticket for Adults at £195 or £130 for concessions. Steve Garnett, said: “After a very good second half of the season culminating in winning the Liverpool Senior cup we are looking to push on next season and look forward to your continued support. “We are also pleased to announce the following upcoming friendlies to help us prepare for the new season 22/7 - 4 team tournament between Prescot Cables, Rainhill Town, City of Liverpool and St Helens Town (H) 25/7 - Marine (H) 29/7 - Ashton Athletic (A) 02/8 - Elite Academy (H) 05/8 - Grantham (H) 08/8 - TBC
Prescot Hockey Club secure new sponsorship deal Local solicitors St Helens Law have agreed to be the principal sponsor of Prescot Hockey Club. The two organisations have worked closely together for a number of years and each has become very successful in their own right. Prescot Hockey Club were originally established in 1953 and have been representing Prescot and St Helens across the north of England for many years, and have built a thriving junior section over the last fifteen years. The club now run 11 senior teams and five junior teams out of their home at Sutton Leisure Centre, and players have achieved recognition at national, regional and county level. Prescot teams have won a host of tournaments and cups over the last couple of seasons, and their senior teams have achieved eight league promotions in the last four years. Neil Ryan, St Helens law marketing
& commercial manager said: “We are really pleased to renew our relationship with Prescot Hockey Club for the next three years. “I am very impressed with the work that Prescot Hockey Club performs both on and off the pitch, and we look forward to helping drive the relationship forward by forging strong relationships within the community.” In 2016 and 2017 Prescot Hockey Club had nine players achieve county representation with Lancashire at under 14s and under 15s (girls) and under 16s (boys). Prescot had six senior players represent the North of England in 2016 and 2017 playing against Scotland, Saxon Tigers, Wessex Leopards and Mercia Lynx. During the 2016/17 season the Prescot men first team won Division Two North West, scoring a record 119 goals in only 22 games, the
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development team (under 25s) won the Golborne Summer League and the Ladies seconds secured their third promotion in four seasons to Greater Manchester Division One. David Johnson, Prescot Hockey Club, said: “The financial investment from St Helens Law will allow the hockey club to plan for the future as we target further successes in the mens and ladies leagues. “Prescot HC also run dedicated junior hockey sessions for under 18s on Wednesdays at Sutton and the new branded kit will be available to juniors too.” The new sponsorship partnership is for three years and includes shirts, kit and equipment livery, plus regular legal advice workshops for hockey club members, families, friends and associates. Find out more about the club at www.prescothockeyclub.com