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North West Ambulance Service reminds the public of strike action next week

16/02/2023 17:16

NORTH West Ambulance leaders are once again reminding the public of another round of industrial action affecting the service. GMB members will stri...

Police Commissioner invites public to attend special budget meeting

16/02/2023 16:54

MERSEYSIDE Police’s Commissioner and Chief Constable will host a special public meeting next week at which the police’s budget will be set for the yea...

Southport Man remanded into custody following robberies of convenience stores

16/02/2023 10:01

MERSEYSIDE Police have charged Marcus Jones, 32, of Portland Street, Southport, with 2 counts of robbery. He has also been charged with possession ...

Blood Donors In North West Urged To Give Blood

15/02/2023 18:22

NHS Blood and Transplant is urging anyone considering becoming a blood donor to make 2023 the year they save lives, as new figures reveal around 235,0...

80% Of UK Drivers Won’t Buy Electric Vehicles Due To Rise In Electricity Costs

15/02/2023 17:35

A staggering 80% of UK drivers won’t be purchasing electric vehicles (EVs) due to rising costs and lack of Government support, according to recent res...

LGA statement about Council Tax rises

14/02/2023 16:59

TODAY the Local Government Association (LGA) has issued a statement in connection to the rise in Council Tax. Speaking the behalf of the LGA Cllr J...

Half Term with Mersey Ferries

14/02/2023 16:44

AS the school holidays come around again, it’s always a challenge trying to think of new, fun, and affordable ways to keep the kids entertained. Me...

Marks and Spencer facing Valentine’s Day protests in Liverpool, over Logistics Group Holdings’ pay dispute

14/02/2023 16:13

MARKS and Spencer facing Valentine’s Day protests is taking place today with members of Unite dressed in Valentine’s Day regalia, holding signs with t...