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The Latest Breaking News from Wirral Council

When council plans to deliver 1,600 homes in new Birkenhead neighbourhood

The plans include new shops, hotels, public spaces and even a primary school

Liverpool Echo · Jun 19, 2023

Family Shopper could lose licence after employing staff illegally

More than 25 illegal vapes were also found behind the counter of the supermarket during a recent inspection

Liverpool Echo · Jun 15, 2023

'It’s make or break, and there isn’t much more to break': life at the heart of town in battle for its future

As the battle to become Labour candidate for Birkenhead at the next general comes to a head, a fight for the town's identity and future is also at stake

Liverpool Echo · Jun 15, 2023

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Council told 'to get a grip' on plans to reshape Birkenhead

One councillor said he was concerned a number of projects were "significantly behind delivery"

Liverpool Echo · Jun 14, 2023

Signs more young people are using heroin in parts of Merseyside

Organised crime and drug purchases over the internet are also reportedly contributing to drug abuse issues

Liverpool Echo · Jun 13, 2023

Works to begin on controversial 'absolute show stopper' development

The plans were approved last year but one resident called the decision "disgraceful"

Liverpool Echo · Jun 12, 2023

Former House of Fraser to be demolished for new market

84 flats have also been confirmed to be part of the new plans

Liverpool Echo · Jun 12, 2023

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Merseyside objections ended 'inhumane' plan to house asylum seekers in barge off Wirral

Wirral Council leader Paul Stuart said: "This knee-jerk policy is simply unworkable"

Liverpool Echo · Jun 11, 2023

'Quiet oasis' on school grounds could be turned into 33 homes

The houses are proposed on the Birkenhead School’s sports ground on Noctorum Road

Liverpool Echo · Jun 9, 2023

Hundreds oppose Wirral green belt housing plans at public meeting

Petitions against the planning applications have been signed by thousands

Liverpool Echo · Jun 9, 2023

Map showing areas of Merseyside where 'Britain's most dangerous plant' can be found

A schoolboy was taken to hospital recently after coming into contact with the plant

Liverpool Echo · Jun 8, 2023

Date Paul O'Grady will be given Wirral's highest honour

The award is the first step in plans for a fitting celebration of the star's life

Liverpool Echo · Jun 7, 2023

Protestors call on firm to show 'humanitarian side' over 'terrible' asylum seeker plans

The plans would be "a recipe for disaster" according to those protesting in Liverpool

Liverpool Echo · Jun 6, 2023

Paul O'Grady to get highest honour Wirral can give

Council announces initial plans for tributes to the much-loved entertainer who died suddenly in March

Liverpool Echo · May 31, 2023

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Liverpool Echo · May 28, 2023

Claims people ripping up 'beautiful' flowers in town's 'culture war'

Others said the claims were "absolute rubbish"

Liverpool Echo · May 28, 2023

Call for council to avoid 'bonkers stuff on a whim'

The new Wirral Conservative leader made the comments in relation to the controversial Hoylake beach issue

Liverpool Echo · May 26, 2023

New Wirral Council leader sends 'honest' message to residents over 'challenges'

The new leader said social injustice has shaped his politics

Liverpool Echo · May 24, 2023

Tensions erupt as Wirral Council elects new leader

Labour was accused of entering a "coalition of power" with the Conservatives

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Liverpool Echo · May 23, 2023

'Civil war' in seaside town after bid made for beach

The debate over the beach has previously been described as “toxic” and like a “civil war”

Liverpool Echo · May 22, 2023

Swimming pool set to be transformed under new plan

The pool has been open for more than 100 years

Liverpool Echo · May 22, 2023

Fury as 'disgusting' flytipping returns after Google Maps shame

Annual statistics show there were nearly 4,000 cases of flytipping on the Wirral

Liverpool Echo · May 19, 2023

Plans for 1,600 homes and removal of town's flyovers take next step

The development is part of the council's Birkenhead 2040 Framework

Liverpool Echo · May 18, 2023

Wirral Council accused of 'unreasonable behaviour' as developer wins appeal

The 32 flats will be built on an old fire station

Liverpool Echo · May 18, 2023

Bar where trackies are banned wins fight to stay open

A relaunch party is planned for July 1

Liverpool Echo · May 17, 2023

Wirral Council funding cut by a quarter since 2010

One councillor said: "Austerity has been a disaster and makes a complete mockery of the so-called levelling up agenda"

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