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Wirral Police weekly news round-up, 18 July 2026
This is the Birkenhead News round-up of police and crime news during the previous 14 days. For regular crime and police-related updates Visit Merseyside Crimewatch and tap ‘Join’ Wirral man beat bulldog…
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New Ferry locals launch regeneration fight
Residents and business owners in a Wirral town have vowed to continue campaigning for their preferred regeneration scheme after the council opted against the proposal that received overwhelming public backing…
Birkenhead Craft Beer Festival returns
Beer lovers are being invited to Future Yard later this month as the Birkenhead Craft Beer Festival returns with a packed programme of drinks, music, and food. The festival will…
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Rotheram lays down immediate challenge to incoming PM Burnham
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been set an immediate challenge by the Metro Mayor of the Liverpool City Region. Mr Burnham was formally confirmed as the new leader of…
Arrest made after dog thrown into New Brighton Marine Lake
A man has been arrested following a report that a dog was thrown into the Marine Lake in New Brighton on Thursday, 16 July. Just after 6pm, Merseyside Police received…
Liverpool man charged after filming women in city bar
Police have charged a man with four offences under the Sexual Offences Act. Officers were flagged down by security staff on Wood Street in Liverpool city centre at around 1.10am…
Merseyrail to be brought back into public control
Trains across the Liverpool City Region will be brought back into public control in two years following a landmark move by Merseyside leaders. When the current Merseyrail concession ends in…
Wirral Pilates instructor heads to Isle of Man for Pilates World Record attempt
Owner of Love Pilates Wirral, Pauline Caswell, is heading to the Isle of Man for a groundbreaking Guinness World Record attempt on Sunday, 19 July. The attempt is part of…
Maggie’s Liverpool breaks ground
Work has officially begun on a new Maggie’s Centre in Liverpool, which is expected to open its doors in 2027. The Steve Morgan Foundation has committed £5 million towards the…
Wirral men’s mental health charity reveals impact of its work
A Wirral charity dedicated to supporting men’s mental health has revealed the impact of its work over the past year, with more than 150 men benefiting from its growing range…
Rail chief apologises for Merseyrail’s hot weather shortcomings
A rail chief has apologised to passengers after hot weather led to delays and cancellations across Merseyside over the last week. Commuters hoping to get around the region and out…
Wirral NHS Nurse receives national Rising Star award
A specialist nurse from Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) has been recognised on the national stage after winning the Rising Star Award at the prestigious 2026 Diabetes Nursing Awards. Sue…
Hundreds of fish die in city lake during heatwave
Hundreds of fish have died in the lake at one of Liverpool’s most popular parks during soaring temperatures. As the UK basks in a period of summer sunshine, the impact…
Woodchurch man sought by police
Dylan Roach is wanted on a recall to prison for breach of his licence conditions. Roach, 24 years, from Woodchurch, is wanted on a recall to prison for poor behaviour following…
Heswall Reform UK councillor defends Farage resignation
A Reform UK councillor has given his views on Nigel Farage’s £5m gift and decision to resign as an MP, triggering a by-election in Clacton. Veteran Wirral Councillor, Andrew Hodson,…
'Amazing' mum had 18 bottles of wine delivered to her home week before tragic death
Carla Black used delivery services to have large amounts of alcohol ordered to her home – despite being so ill she could barely walk
Wirral man beat bulldog to death after it soiled his flat
A man from Wirral who killed a French bulldog that had been placed in his care has been banned from keeping dogs for life and handed a suspended prison sentence…
Wirral parks fly the Green Flag once again
Wirral’s parks and green spaces have once again been recognised among the best in the North West after achieving 37 Green Flag Award successes in 2026, more than any other…
More than 100 pupils gain workplace insight at Magenta Living
A new partnership between The Birkenhead Park School and Magenta Living has already seen more than 100 students take part in an immersive work experience programme. Year 7 students from The Birkenhead Park School…
Man arrested on suspicion of voyeurism in Liverpool city centre
Police have arrested a 33-year-old man from Liverpool on suspicion of voyeurism after a man was reportedly seen upskirting in Liverpool city centre. Officers were flagged down by security staff…