A jobs fair programme delivered by Wirral Council has seen more than 1,300 people looking for work given the opportunity to meet with employers and training providers.

A host of Wirral businesses, attractions and creatives have been awarded accolades, showcasing the huge amount of culture and creativity the borough has to offer to residents and visitors alike.

Wirral Council is one of just a handful of local authorities to be shortlisted in the Government’s New Development Corporation Competition.

Following the launch of Wirral’s Local List in December, the first 33 historic buildings, structures and landmarks are now registered for final consideration – and time is running out for people to put forward places of significance that they think should be considered for inclusion before nominations close on 30th April.

Changes are being put forward by Wirral Council requiring additional information for some types of planning application.

An extraordinary meeting of Wirral’s full council has been called in which elected members will be asked to approve the  adoption of the Local Plan.

Two masterplans which will guide the development of Birkenhead’s town centre have been given the go ahead by councillors.

Wirral’s Youth Market has seen another hugely successful event this time held at the covered outdoor area at Birkenhead Market.

Wirral is set to benefit from a further £2 million of UK Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF) as part of a transition year, following agreement by members at Wirral Council’s Economy, Regeneration and Housing Committee on 12th March.

Millions of pounds are set to be ploughed into a series of major projects to revamp key areas of Wirral.

The third Wirral Youth Market will take place in Birkenhead this Saturday

Wirral Council has approved plans to build the new 4,300 sq ft waterfront store, on the corner of Dock Road and Duke Street, next door to Peel Waters’ award-winning £130m Millers Quay residential development.