The funding for the programme was secured following a bid to the National Lottery Community Fund, coordinated by Wirral Council in partnership with community organisations

With warmer temperatures continuing, residents are being encouraged to enjoy everything Wirral has to offer while helping to keep themselves, others and the environment safe.

Almost £6 million is being used over the coming year to help the most vulnerable and least well-off families and individuals in Wirral.

“Locally, his passion and dedication for grassroots football was undiminished and as if his wartime legacy wasn’t enough, he will forever be remembered as the founder of Ashville FC..."

Christmas morning will be brighter for thousands of children across Wirral thanks to the incredible kindness of local residents and businesses.

Community-based food and welfare support providers are being invited to apply for grants of up to £20,000 to help local people in need.

Wirral Council has secured more than £3 million to provide school meal replacements and help residents facing severe financial difficulties this summer.

A collection of iconic Wirral images – along with other items from the collection of Wirral Museums - now forms part of a programme designed to help people living with dementia.

Government funding, designed to support the recruitment and retention of adult social care staff, has been put to imaginative use in Wirral.