Halton Borough Council7 days agoScrapped bus service reinstated with public fundsMetro Mayor Steve Rotheram says he hopes the X4 route between Runcorn and Liverpool attracts passengers.7 days agoLiverpool9 Nov 2024Children's homes 'charging £15k a week per child'The chief executive of Halton Council accuses some companies of "profiteering".9 Nov 2024England24 Oct 2024Fewer could use bridges when tolls rise, bosses sayTwo toll bridges could charge higher fees but a report says it may cause drivers to travel elsewhere.24 Oct 2024Liverpool17 Oct 2024Public inquiry into homes near chemical plant planAn independent planning inspector scrutinises Halton Council's decision to approved the plan. 17 Oct 202416 Oct 2024Mersey Gateway and Runcorn bridge tolls to risePlans for a 20% rise in toll charges on the Mersey Gateway and Silver Jubilee Bridge are submitted.16 Oct 2024Liverpool29 Sep 2024Huge obesity rates among borough's primary pupilsA council report blames inequality and deprivation for the rise in obesity rates.29 Sep 2024Liverpool16 Sep 2024Urgent action needed over council spending - reportHalton Borough Council is set to go almost £20m over budget this year, a report says. 16 Sep 2024England3 Sep 2024Bridge closure, bus axe and detour maroon villagersParish councillors said the closure had left some residents "stranded" and unable to get to work.3 Sep 202423 Jul 2024New cycling and walking scheme to get £17m fundingMetro mayor Steve Rotheram says it will create green transport connections in the east Runcorn area.23 Jul 2024Liverpool
