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Other 8 Jun 2023

Damien Moore MP secures meeting with Deputy Prime Minister ahead of second anniversary of tragic Semina Halliwell’s death.

Damien Moore MP secures meeting with Deputy Prime Minister ahead of second anniversary of Semina Halliwell’s tragic death. Yesterd…

Crime 8 Jun 2023

CCTV image released following assault on Merseyrail train

Do you recognise this man? Officers have today issued an image following an assault on a teenager travelling on a train between Ne…

Environment 8 Jun 2023

Sefton Council mark World Ocean Day with stark reminder of the impact of litter

The United Nations mark World Oceans Day on Thursday 8th June, with a virtual celebration of the wonder of the seas and how they s…

Community 8 Jun 2023

Be a part of the action: Volunteer your time at Southport FC

Fancy a bit of volunteering, then your club needs you! As you may know, ‘Our’ club relies heavily on its team of volunteers, who p…

Other 7 Jun 2023

Southport Pier Closure Causing Increased Risks: Lib Dem Leader Warns of New Dangers Emerging

Although the Pier is reputedly being closed for safety reasons, there are new risks emerging because it is NOT open. That’s the vi…

Emergency Services 7 Jun 2023

HSE to lead investigation following incident at event in Southport

HSE to lead investigation following incident at event in Southport. A spokesperson for HSE said: “We are investigating an incident…

Emergency Services 7 Jun 2023

Missing boy from Derbyshire has links to Southport

Help find missing 16-year-old Robin Singh, who has links to Merseyside. Robin was last seen in Derbyshire on Tuesday 30 May and it…

Crime 7 Jun 2023

Merseyside Police arrest man at Southport Job Centre

Officers from Merseyside Police were called to the Job Centre on Eastbank Street in Southport this afternoon (7th June) at approxi…

Other 7 Jun 2023

Cllr Ian Maher Slams Reach PLC and Liverpool Echo for Sharing Disturbing Video of Southport Incident

Cllr Ian Maher, Leader of Sefton Council, has condemned the sharing of a harrowing video relating to an injured child. He said: “I…

Other 7 Jun 2023

Maximize your child's benefits - claim up to £1,248 a year with this new online service

A new online Child Benefit claims service for new parents is now available. Parents can claim as much as £1,248 a year for their f…

Transport 7 Jun 2023

Fortnight of Action: Police Cracking Down on Seatbelt Offenders

You wouldn’t go on a rollercoaster without a safety bar. You wouldn’t go on a building site without a hard hat. You wouldn’t leave…

Crime 6 Jun 2023

Man from Victoria Road in Formby arrested for drugs cultivation along with two others

At 6am this morning, officers from Merseyside Police’s Project Medusa and Wigan’s Challenger Organised Crime teams made three arre…

Community 6 Jun 2023

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary in Full Fundraising Swing: Multiple Events to Support Local Charity

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary are in full fundraising swing in a bid to keep up with the demands on their services. This weekend you …

Health 6 Jun 2023

Gonorrhoea and Syphilis Diagnoses Reach Record High in the UK According to New Data from UKHSA

New data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) published today shows record levels of gonorrhoea and syphilis diagnoses in 20…

Health 6 Jun 2023

Is ‘Living Well Sefton’ really making a difference? Sefton Council wants your opinion – take the survey

There’s just over a week left for people to provide feedback on ‘Living Well Sefton’, the Borough’s integrated wellness. Living We…

Health 6 Jun 2023

Are you a new or soon-to-be parent? Here's why you need to attend this event in Southport.

New and soon-to-be parents and carers in Southport and Ormskirk are being encouraged to share their views and experiences of mater…

Other 6 Jun 2023

Announcing the Winners of the Splash World Family Passes!

After an overwhelming response of 218 entries, we are excited to announce the lucky winners of our Splash World family pass compet…

Community 6 Jun 2023

Sefton Pride 2023: Celebrating Diversity and Equality in Southport's Victoria Park

Get ready to celebrate diversity and equality this Summer as Sefton Pride is set to make a vibrant splash in the heart of Southpor…

Health 6 Jun 2023

Partnership’s contribution to Sefton health and care recognised with award nomination

Work by Sefton Partnership to better join up health and social care across the borough to improve services for residents has been …

Community 5 Jun 2023

You Won't Believe How Many Volunteers There Are in Southport - Damien Moore MP Thanks Them All!

Damien Moore MP thanks local charity volunteers during Volunteers' Week 2023. Local Member of Parliament, Damien Moore, has praise…

Crime 5 Jun 2023

Police appeal for information to find wanted man in connection with Southport cannabis farm

Police are continuing to appeal for information to help us find Andrew Armstrong, who is wanted in connection with a drugs offence…

Other 5 Jun 2023

Unlimited Rides for £15: Emergency Services Days at Southport Pleasureland

We’re delighted to announce that this year we will be holding four Emergency Services days to recognise and reward our Emergency S…

Politics 5 Jun 2023

New Accommodation Sites to Help Reduce UK's £6m Daily Bill for Asylum Seeker Hotels

More than 5,000 asylum seekers will be accommodated on vessels and in alternative sites to drive down the cost of expensive hotels…

Crime 5 Jun 2023

Police incident Seabank Road in Southport

Officers from Merseyside Police were called to Sacrebleu Bar shortly before 1.00pm today (4th June) after reports of anti-social b…

Community 5 Jun 2023

Join Sefton Carers Centre in celebrating unpaid carers throughout the week

To mark today’s start of Carers Week, Sefton Council will be celebrating the brilliant work done by unpaid carers, as well as high…

Emergency Services 5 Jun 2023

Police appeal for witnesses to zorb ball accident in Victoria Park, Southport

Police are appealing for information after a child was seriously injured in Southport.At around 2pm on Sunday 4 June, it was repor…

Emergency Services 4 Jun 2023

Police statement after 9 year old boy injured in freak accident at Southport Food and Drink Festival

A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: "We can confirm we are currently in attendance in Southport following reports that a ch…

Emergency Services 4 Jun 2023

Major incident at the Southport Food and Drink Festival - Casualty air lifted to hospital

A spokesperson for Sefton Council said: “We can confirm that an Air Ambulance was called to Victoria Park, Southport this afternoo…

Emergency Services 4 Jun 2023

A Wild-Goose Chase: False Report Prompts Southport Quads' Search Efforts

Southport quads paged to search for 3 missing children at Ainsdale. The quads dispatched from the lifeboat station but were stood …

Property 3 Jun 2023

Proposal for 27-bedroom hotel in Southport's Gordon Street submitted by Allied London

A property development and investment company has lodged plans to convert a Southport office building into a boutique hotel. Allie…

Health 3 Jun 2023

Sefton Council Reminds Public of Dangers of Swiming in Open Water, following Recent Tragic Events

In the light of recent tragic events Sefton Council is reminding people of the dangers of swimming in open water. The National Wat…

Sport 3 Jun 2023

All League and Cup Games Will Now Be All-Ticket At Southport FC

Southport FC are delighted to announce that our 2023/24 season ticket prices will remain the same as last season, as will our admi…

Other 2 Jun 2023

Sefton Council respond to concerns over camera in the changing rooms at Splash World in Southport

Sefton Council have issued a statement over concerns of a CCTV camera in the changing rooms at Splash World in Southport. A spokes…

Other 2 Jun 2023

People shocked by camera in the ceiling of the changing rooms at Splash World in Southport

Splash World in Southport reopened last weekend after being closed for 4 years due to a refit and the pandemic with record numbers…

Crime 2 Jun 2023

16-Year-Old Boy Stabbed in Southport: Police Appeal for Witnesses

We are appealing for witnesses after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed in Southport on Tuesday 30 May.It was reported that just before…

Environment 2 Jun 2023

High Risk of Wildfires Along Sefton’s Coastline Due to Prolonged Dry Weather.

As warm weather and fabulous sunshine set to continue this weekend, the Council’s Green Sefton team are urging beach goers to do t…

Environment 2 Jun 2023

Riders from St. Helens charged after dangerous use of bikes on Southport beach and roads

Following an incident on Wednesday 31st May, where two motorcycles and a quad bike were ridden on Southport beach, the beach cycle…

Food & Drink 2 Jun 2023

Southport Food Festival 2023 a great success Some pictures from the event

The 2023 Southport Food Festival is underway in Victoria Park, Southport. In glorious sunshine thousands of people are attending t…

Transport 2 Jun 2023

Queensway Mersey Tunnel will be closed overnight for up to 18 months

The Queensway (Birkenhead) tunnel is set benefit from a comprehensive lighting upgrade to save on energy costs and reduce its carb…

Health 1 Jun 2023

15 year old girl dies after swimming in Merseyside lake

A 15-year-old girl has died after getting into difficulty while swimming in a lake in Merseyside.Emergency services were called to…

Crime 1 Jun 2023

Police release CCTV image of man wanted in connection to sexual assault at Coyote Ugly

Police have issued a CCTV image of a man who may have information to assist enquiries following a reported sexual assault in a Liv…