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Cabinet to consider Public Space Protection Order to curb town centre ASB

PSPOs allow councils to set conditions on the use of identified public spaces to address persistent anti-social behaviour and related issues.

Funding applications open to support community-led libraries in St Helens Borough

St Helens Borough Council has today (Tuesday 15 April) launched a grants scheme to support residents and community groups to provide library facilities in their area.

Report highlights big social value wins for St Helens

The ambitious vision to create a more vibrant, sustainable, and people-focused town centre in St Helens is already making a tangible difference for the local community, according to newly released figures.

Community groups renew partnership with council through refreshed 'St Helens Together' Strategy

St Helens Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to working alongside voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations through a refreshed draft of the St Helens Together Strategy.

Demolition works signal next step in transforming St Helens Town Centre

The transformation of St Helens town centre is picking up pace as the next stage of regeneration works gets underway — clearing the way for a new, high-quality transport interchange designed to better serve residents, commuters, and visitors.

Independent reviewers give St Helens Borough Council a glowing report

"St Helens Borough Council has been transformed over the past five years." Those are the words of praise from an independent team of local government experts who conducted a review of how the council operates.

Lea Green Railway Station set to open in April

Lea Green Railway Station will open to the public in April following completion of a major £10m upgrade.

Cabinet to review budget plans for 2025/26

Cabinet is set to discuss the plans that will see more than £115 million in investment over the next year.

Bridge maintenance works sees Steve Prescott's legacy set in stone

Ahead of the 2025 Super League season, a new memorial has been unveiled in St Helens to honour the late, great Steve Prescott MBE who made 117 appearances for his hometown club St Helens. R.F.C. (Saints) between 1993-97.

Children's best start in life given new focus by public health

Giving children the best start in life is the focus of a new public health report from St Helens Borough Council.

Young people's experiences lead SEND Strategy plan

A new strategy for special educational needs and disabilities support puts the ideas and thoughts of children, young people and their families at its heart.

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