A campaign to provide some extra festive sparkle for hundreds of local children in need got underway today with the launch of Wirral Council’s annual Christmas gift appeal.
Work to transform a run-down youth club in New Ferry into a state-of-the-art community clubhouse is underway after building contractors took over the site earlier this week (Monday 5 September).
More help is available for struggling residents after £556,000 was awarded to Wirral-based community, voluntary and faith sector groups to enable them to provide food and welfare support in their local neighbourhoods over the summer months.
As we approach the final bank holiday weekend before the festive season, a number of communities and businesses are hoping to make the most of the long weekend with some exciting events lined up for local communities.
A major push to help Wirral recover from the effects of the pandemic is underway, with £4 million funding being used to enable a number of grassroots community projects that will combat inequality, improve the mental health of young people, and give residents the skills and equipment needed to work and play in a digital world.