Wirral’s year as the Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture draws to a close with nine local community organisations set to receive funding to create a lasting legacy to the programme.
During a test purchasing operation by Trading Standards officers, Spicy Kitchen was found to have served a Vegetable Korma meal containing peanuts to a 'customer' who had requested a meal without peanuts due to an allergy.
A series of inspirational events starting on 25 November - the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls - are planned in Wirral as part of 16 days of action.
Public consultation is now underway on a number of proposed changes to the current scheme, including the introduction of wider income thresholds bands and changes to the minimum payment for some working age groups.
It was a spectacular sight on the River Mersey last week as Woodside Ferry Terminal’s landing stage and linkspan bridge were removed after almost 40 years of service.
Wirral Council is looking to raise awareness among residents of fraud - how people can identify it and protect themselves and local services from falling victim to it.
During the week there are several community engagement activities planned including door-knocking sessions to reassure residents and provide them with information on how to report ASB.
