Halewood Town Council

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

15/10/2026

📢 Knowsley’s SEND Reform Plan has been approved by the Department for Education, who has also confirmed just over £39m of funding to support its delivery.

✅ The plan is part of the Government’s national SEND reform programme and sets out how the local area partnership will deliver sustainable improvement in outcomes for children and young people with SEND, strengthen inclusion and establish a more resilient and financially sustainable local system.

🗨️ Cllr Sean Donnelly, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, said “This is great news for children, young people and families in Knowsley. Our three year plan, and the supporting funding, will make a real difference to the support provided by the SEND Local Area Partnership. Through our partnership working, our shared priorities are for children and young people to be safe, happy, healthy and achieve in life. Thank you to everyone who shared their views and shaped the plan which aims to make practical and lasting improvements.”

You can read more here https://orlo.uk/YTp4H

15/10/2026

📢 Nominations are now open for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service, shining a spotlight on the fantastic work of voluntary groups.

🏆 Equivalent to an MBE, the King's Award for Voluntary Service is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and they are awarded for life.

✅ If you know a voluntary group that could be considered for this accolade, nominate them today!

📆 The closing date for nominations is 1 December 2026.

Find out more here https://orlo.uk/QQ48m

15/10/2026

📢 You can now apply for a Knowsley primary or secondary school place.

✅ Remember to list three preferences and you can find out all the information you need about the borough's schools and the application process on the council's website.

📆 The closing date to apply for a secondary school place is 31 October 2026.

📆 The closing date to apply for a primary school place is 15 January 2027.

Find out more on Knowsley News (search Knowsley school admissions).

15/10/2026

📢 Thirty community, faith and social enterprise organisations from across the borough have been allocated £135,434 from the 2026/2027 Knowsley Community Fund (winter allocation).

✅ The grants of up to £5,000 will support residents with fuel and food poverty, reduce social isolation and improve health and wellbeing, as well as strengthening community resilience.

🗨️ Knowsley Council Leader, Cllr Graham Morgan said “I’m delighted to be supporting 30 community, faith and social enterprise organisations, who are ensuring that the right support and services are being delivered within their community. They know their communities better than anyone and the Knowsley Community Fund is a crucial resource for tackling inequalities and making a real, positive difference in our residents’ lives.”

15/10/2026

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Join us at the Healthy Homes Roadshow in Halewood on Monday 26 October

Get free advice on: 🏠 Housing 💻 Digital skills 🚭 Stopping smoking 💷 Managing money ❤️ Health and wellbeing

Plus, enjoy a free tea or coffee while you chat with local services.

📍 New Hutte Neighbourhood Centre, Halewood
📅 Monday 26 October
🕰️ 11am-1pm

Find out more in the comments below

29/09/2026

The final event of Knowsley Literature Fest 2026 will see the return of popular local crime writer Luca Veste, an Italian-Scouse author whose gripping crime novels are often set in Liverpool and the surrounding areas.
Visitors can look forward to an entertaining evening featuring discussion, insights into his writing process, and the chance to meet the author.
Luca Veste will be at Huyton Library on Thursday 15 October from 7pm to 8.30pm. The event is free to attend but tickets must be booked in advance.

You can book online via the link in the comments below or by visiting your local library.