News
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Green light for new expanded St Helens Transport Interchange
Planning permission has been granted for a state-of-the-art transport interchange in the heart of St Helens town centre, marking the latest major milestone in the town's ambitious vision for growth and regeneration.

30-year Mersey Forest Partnership renewed with future forest plans
St Helens Borough Council approved the continuation of its membership of the Mersey Forest Partnership for the next five years at Cabinet last week.

Action plan to build on strong foundations for council approved
Councillors have approved an action plan that will continue to drive St Helens Borough Council's good work as an organisation delivering for its residents.

Council recycling trucks help detect rubbish mobile phone coverage
St Helens Borough Council is taking part in a Liverpool City Region Combined Authority initiative that uses recycling trucks to identify areas with poor mobile phone coverage.

Cabinet endorses £1.2 million funding for highway improvements
Councillors have endorsed new plans to invest more than £1.2 million into the borough's roads as part of a Government funding package.

St Helens Borough raises new Green Flag Awards over six quality green spaces
St Helens Borough Council is celebrating extra success in this year's Green Flag Awards, as two additional parks receive the prestigious mark of quality, bringing the council's total to five.

Next round of Government funding approved for Newton-le-Willows
MHCLG has approved the next round of funding for Newton-le-Willows as part of the Plans for Neighbourhoods Programme, which will see £20million invested in the town over the next 10 years.

Council Leader's Blog: Love St Helens
We've so much to be proud about and we're continuing to deliver on the things that matter most to our residents and communities.

Cannington Shaw No. 7 Bottle Shop Takes Step Closer to Public Opening Following Restoration Works
A St Helens landmark industrial heritage building is a step closer to opening to the public following an extensive £1.3 million restoration project funded by the government's Town Deal fund.

Home plans put forward to support young people preparing to leave care
Councillors are set to discuss plans that would open new accommodation for young care experienced people that would give them the support to prepare for adult life.

St Helens launches 'Inspiring Sporting Women' plaque scheme to celebrate and champion local sporting legends
The Inspiring Sporting Women plaque recognition scheme honours exceptional female athletes from the borough who have represented their country at international level, including at the Commonwealth and Olympic Games.

£29,000 invested in knife crime education in St Helens Borough schools
The initiative was launched to help educate young people about the dangers and consequences of carrying a knife from a victim, perpetrator and community perspective.