From 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act will give those who rent their home stronger protections, fairer rules and greater security in where they live.
The judge said Carole Low was involved in “ruthless exploitation” and that her “money lending was to people who were weak, vulnerable and unable to access money”.
In the latest two cases Wirral Trading Standards officers gathered evidence over a number of visits before applying to the court for Closure Orders to prevent further illegal trading at the premises.
Community safety partners from across the region have formally committed to coordinating their approach to tackling anti-social behaviour, using the full range of cross‑agency tools and powers to protect victims, strengthen communities, and prevent offending.
The actions undertaken by Wirral Trading Standards against Moreton Convenience Store were partly the result of a number of complaints from residents and intelligence reports from partner agencies.
Each centre has trained people who can sensitively take a hate crime report using a new pathway. For the first time, reports made at these centres will come directly to the council, giving victims a less formal route towards seeking help
The Partnership provides a forum for collaborative working at a time when many areas are experiencing well-recognised pressures across their housing systems.
Today (Wednesday 18th March) sees the launch of The Wirral Conversation, a new borough‑wide listening exercise by the council, designed to build a picture of what matters most to residents and staff. Running until mid-April, the initiative focuses on short, informal conversations taking place in everyday settings across all 22 wards.
The terms of the Closure Order prohibit access to the property by all persons at all times and in all circumstances except for any person with written permission of Wirral Council.
At last night’s Tourism, Communities, Culture & Leisure Committee, Members received an uplifting update showing how Wirral CVS continues to play a vital and inspiring role in supporting residents and strengthening communities across the borough.
