Wirral is set to lead the way in one of the biggest shifts in local transport policy in a generation after the Liverpool City Region appointed new operators to run its first publicly controlled bus services since the 1980s.
Wirral Council's Adult Social Care and Public Health Committee met this week and made some major decisions. Here’s a breakdown of all those and details of the next steps.
At a meeting on 21 January at Wallasey Town Hall, the committee received a comprehensive update on Home to School Travel and debated a series of recommendations before passing a resolution.
Seven years ago Andrew Groom changed his life. As a child, he’d gotten involved in a ‘bad crowd’. Out of fear, he began to carry a knife and things spiralled from there.
Many people are choosing to heat their home by burning solid fuels, such as wood or coal, in stoves and open fireplaces but they need to follow some simple guidance – and stay within the law.
The ratings are based on official statistics and transparency reports published by councils. Authorities with well-maintained roads, strong adoption of best practice, and significant investment in maintenance receive a green rating.
Customers and Invigor8 members at Wirral Council gyms are pumping iron with brand new, state-of-the-art gym equipment across leisure centres. Plus brand new Revolution bicycles in most studios to enhance the cycling class offer.
Families across Wirral can now benefit from accessible and easy to understand documents explaining the child protection processes in the borough and the support available for them.
A series of proposed changes to home-to-school travel policies and arrangements, aimed at improving clarity for families, promoting independence for young people, and addressing rising costs will be considered by the Children, Young People and Education Committee on Wednesday, 21 January 2026.
The New Year is often a time for reflection and setting new goals be that in your career, your personal life or for your health and wellbeing. If you’re looking to develop a new exercise habit, weekly women’s running sessions could be for you!
