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Please enter either your full postcode or street name to find out when your waste or recycling is due to be collected Post code Street name Or select ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

How can I find out my collection dates? Please see the bin collection calendar which operates on a 3 weekly service. What can be collected?  The following items can be placed in a green wheelie bin for ...

Last updated: 25 Sept 2024

Contact the Council

Last updated: 6 Oct 2025

Council Tax

Last updated: 26 Feb 2025

Help with Council Tax

Last updated: 30 Oct 2024

From time to time, a refuse collection can be delayed by traffic, the weather or unforeseen circumstances. Please use the My Services portal to report your missed wheelie bin and sack collections.  Before ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Percentage of debt collected in respect of Council Tax for both the current and the previous financial year.  Month Previous Financial Year (2024/25) - % Current Financial Year (2025/26) - % Mar ...

Last updated: 9 Mar 2026

To request a sharps delivery or log a missed collection, use the My Services Portal.   

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

Cycling in Sefton

Last updated: 8 Sept 2025

From time to time, a refuse collection can be delayed by traffic, the weather or unforeseen circumstances. Please use the My Services portal to report any of the following missed bin collections: Grey ...

Last updated: 7 Oct 2025

What goes in my Bin?

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

If you are moving into Sefton from outside the area or setting up Council Tax for the first time (for example, moving from family and friends and previously not liable for Council Tax), you can inform ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

Elections In Sefton 2024

Last updated: 2 May 2024

Safer Sefton Together

Last updated: 20 Mar 2025

Childcare in Sefton

Last updated: 7 Apr 2025

Most items which cannot be recycled or put in your green bin, should be put in your grey bin (or in refuse sacks where sack collections are in place). If ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

Elections

Last updated: 27 Jan 2025

This type of activity is covered by the Police, Factories etc (Misc. Provisions) Act, 1916 (as amended by section 251 and Schedule 29 to the Local Government Act 1972).Persons wishing to make a collection ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Housing In Sefton

Last updated: 18 Feb 2026

Sefton School Streets and Neighbourhoods

Last updated: 25 Jun 2025

Services in Sefton

Last updated: 9 Apr 2025

Walking in Sefton

Last updated: 12 Jan 2026

This is a collection service for residential customers on weekly sack collections only. These residents may have up to 4 garden waste bags collected free of charge. Managed properties, such as nursing ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

Report using My Services Portal. To have a litter bin installed please contact your local councillor  Sefton Council provides litter bins on its streets for the disposal of small items of rubbish such ...

Last updated: 30 May 2025

Filming in Sefton

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Opportunities for Life

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

The Sefton Approach

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton At 50

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The following items can be placed in a green wheelie bin for collection: Grass clippings Tree and shrub clippings Weeds Dead ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

Bins and Recycling

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

Major Highway Projects in Sefton

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Summer Holidays in Sefton

Last updated: 21 Aug 2024

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Business Rates Collection Figures Percentage of debt collected in respect of Business Rates for both the current and the previous financial year. Month Previous Financial Year (2024/25) - % Current ...

Last updated: 9 Mar 2026

How your Council Tax is spent Sefton Council has set a net budget before non-specific Government Grants of £393,333,010 (excluding Parishes) for 2026/2027. This is £26.2m more than the budget for 2025/2026. ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2026

Our Vision Sefton Council was formed on 1 April 1974, it is a metropolitan borough andis one of six councils that make up the Liverpool City Region. The Councilcomprises 66 Councillors with one-third ...

Last updated: 23 Apr 2025

This type of activity is covered by the House to House Collections Act, 1939 and the House to House Collections Regulations, 1947. Any person making an appeal to the public, made by means of visits from ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sponsorship brings lots of benefits for Sefton Council and those organisations who seek to sponsor the local authority, whether commercial or reputational.  The council is open to sponsorship of its many ...

Last updated: 24 Feb 2026

Here are some useful links and information if you are moving into Sefton. The quickest way to see local services is by putting your postcode into the Find My Nearest page (scroll to bottom of Home page) ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Under the local Council Tax Reduction Scheme, all claimants who are of working age are required to pay a minimum of 16% of their Council Tax regardless of their circumstances. For the purposes of council ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Check out the following guide for a breakdown of where Sefton Council spends its budget and your Council Tax. The documents below detail previous years budget and spending in Sefton Council:  2024/2025 ...

Last updated: 1 May 2025

The rules regarding entitlement to help with Council Tax for pensioners on a low income are determined by central government and replaced Council Tax Benefit from 1st April 2013. For the purposes of council ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

The Sefton Coast Landscape Partnership (SCLP) is one of the longest-standing groups in Sefton and has been operating for over 40 years. The group is made up of significant landowners and partner agencies ...

Last updated: 25 Sept 2024

Please use your brown bin, or hessian sack, for: Food and drinks Cans (including steel cans, aluminium cans, loose steel lids from bottles and jars. These should be rinsed ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

Donating furniture to charity We work with local charities who collect furniture and household items free of charge to support local people in need. Charities will only take items that are in good condition ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

From Tuesday 24/03/26, households in Blundellsands, Church, Litherland, Linacre and Victoria wards, who are currently using weekly black sack collections will move to alternate weekly wheeled bin collections.  Bins ...

Last updated: 18 Mar 2026

Green Sefton Green Sefton is our service responsible for helping to keep Sefton a clean, green and beautiful borough, working with partners and volunteers to manage Sefton's coast, countryside, parks and ...

Last updated: 24 Jul 2025

Registrars

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Family Hubs

Last updated: 25 Jun 2025

Across Sefton trees are managed by various organisations and Council departments. Schools and school sport fields – are managed by each school directly. Please contact the school if you have any concerns ...

Last updated: 2 Dec 2025

Early Help

Last updated: 25 Jun 2025

Sefton Maps has been created to provide members of the public with access to Sefton Council's mapped information. Sefton Council make every effort to ensure that the information provided is accurate and ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Families First

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

If you are moving to an address outside Sefton, you can inform us online by using the online My Account service, choose Tell us that you have moved home and follow the on screen prompts. If you are already ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

The Sefton Circular is a 24-mile-long predominately off-road cycle route which explores the wonderful Sefton Coast in addition to the Cheshire Lines path which links Maghull to Ainsdale. When following ...

Last updated: 23 Apr 2025

If you are moving from one Sefton address to another, you can inform us online by using the online My Account service, choose Tell us that you have moved home and follow the on screen prompts. If you ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

Sefton does not currently operate a pool system and hence is unable to take general applications. We do however send vacancy information to all the local Initial Teacher Training Providers and others on ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

If you want to report a missed grey wheelie bin, please use the My Services portal

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

If you want to report a missed brown wheelie bin, please use the My Services portal  

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Work with us

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

If you want to report a missed grey wheelie bin, please use the My Services portal  

Last updated: 29 Sept 2025

This 3-mile circular walk starts at the bus stop on Bridges Lane directly outside St Helens Church near the Punch Bowl Inn. View details of the Sefton Village and the Meadows route. Starting at the heart ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

This challenging walking route is 21 miles (33.6km) long and is one of our longest routes. View details of The Sefton Coastal Path route. Starting in Crossens and ending at The Lake House Waterloo. the ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Official Notices

Last updated: 2 May 2024

Stormy Weather: What You Need To Know  From time to time Sefton, given its coastal location, is exposed to high winds and stormy conditions. This weather will often lead to Met Office Yellow & Amber ...

Last updated: 19 Aug 2024

What materials can I put in my brown bin or hessian sacks? Food & Drinks Cans Including – Steel cans, aluminium cans, loose steel lids from bottles and jars. These should be rinsed out but not crushed. Cardboard Including ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

At Sefton Council, we are committed in providing a high-quality of service to all our customers. Our Customer Service Standards Charter sets out the standard of customer service that you can expect and ...

Last updated: 16 Oct 2025

To apply, you must complete an application form which you must return with proof of your identity, income and savings. 

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

Many of the areas in Sefton and West Lancashire are included in themed cycle routes which are ideal for families and less experienced cyclists. There are now thirteen themed routes in our area for you ...

Last updated: 23 Apr 2025

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Sefton Education Services is the one stop shop for a range services on offer to schools, colleges and early years settings, from the Authority. In addition, training can be booked through the site. The site ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Climate Emergency

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Inclusive Streets

Last updated: 8 Oct 2024

The Council is composed of 66 Councillors with one-third elected annually three years in every four. Councillors are democratically accountable to residents of their ward.  Also in this section is information ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Important Notice: High Demand at Bootle One Stop Shop Due to high customer demand, you may experience very long waiting times when visiting Bootle One Stop Shop. To save time and avoid queues, you can ...

Last updated: 6 Jan 2026

Sefton Council already provides a number of both large and small Businesses including Hotels, Shops, Public Houses, Restaurants, Schools and Colleges with a quality trade waste collection and value for ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

In 2023, Sefton Council approved the decision to deliver a modest programme of new council housing within Sefton. The Council transferred all of its housing stock to housing association One Vision Housing ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

What is an Apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are work-based learning programmes which lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Apprentices learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills whilst earning ...

Last updated: 12 Feb 2026

Emergency Planning General advice on how you can prepare for an emergency is available on the Merseyside Prepared website.  Environmental Services - Out of Hours We respond to major emergencies and other ...

Last updated: 6 Aug 2025

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

If you are moving into Sefton from outside the area or setting up Council Tax for the first time (for example, moving from family and friends and previously not liable for Council Tax), you can inform ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

Coast And Countryside

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Children's Services Careers

Last updated: 12 Aug 2025

Crisis Payments are one of the elements of the “Crisis and Resilience Fund” (CRF), which is funded by the UK Government The Crisis Payment scheme will offer short term support to Low-income Households ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

Extra Care Housing Extra care housing is a specialist type of home that includes both living space and help with care and support, designed to offer safe, private, and secure accommodation .  This allows ...

Last updated: 13 Feb 2026

Under the Council Tax Regulations, a dwelling in which a disabled person lives may qualify for a reduction in the amount of Council Tax actually payable. The person liable to pay the Council Tax is eligible ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

To report that a Council Taxpayer (or another adult member of their household) has died, complete the Council Tax Notification of Death form from the ‘Do it online’ section.

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

On this page: Council Tax legality and 'Freeman of the land' Can I withhold payment of my Council Tax bill? Council Tax legislation Frequently asked questions Council Tax legality and 'Freeman of the ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Directory The Sefton Council Directory provides comprehensive online information about a full range of opportunities and services across Sefton. This is a whole region Directory so it also covers ...

Last updated: 23 Jun 2025

Fraud is often seen as a cold crime against organisations, however there are real people who suffer due to the actions of fraudsters. Council Tax Fraud What is Council Tax fraud? Council Tax fraud can ...

Last updated: 17 Nov 2025

Sefton Council are in talks to acquire the The Salfordian Hotel in Southport, which has been a refuge for those most in need for more than sixty years.Despite the 48 mile difference, The Salfordian was ...

Last updated: 26 Sept 2025

The values that govern our One Council approach are as follows: We put people at the heart of what we do. We listen, value and respect each other’s views. We develop a culture of challenge, ownership, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Since 1 October 2016, Sefton Council makes all payments by BACS payment straight into bank accounts.  How do I receive payments from the Council? To register your details required to receive a payment ...

Last updated: 16 Dec 2025

There is only one Council Tax demand for each property, and the person liable for payment will generally be the resident who has the greatest legal interest. If there is no-one living in the property then ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

The Council Tax is a local tax set by the Council to help pay for local services. All domestic properties are valued by the Listing Officer of the Inland Revenue, and placed into one of 8 Valuation Bands. ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2026

Health Advice and Services in Sefton If you're looking for help or advice on a health issue that is affecting you or somebody you know, there are a range of services in Sefton that can support you. Check ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Long Term Empty Property Premium An additional amount of Council Tax (a Premium) is charged when a property has been empty and unfurnished for one year or more, regardless of any change in ownership. These ...

Last updated: 4 Mar 2025

Sefton Council Voluntary Services (known as CVS)  Sefton Council for Voluntary Service (CVS) is an independent registered charity with a borough-wide brief to assist and support voluntary community and ...

Last updated: 5 Aug 2025

In July 2019 Sefton Council declared a Climate Emergency. In declaring a Climate Emergency, it was agreed that: Sefton Council is committed to reducing carbon emissions and resolves to go further than ...

Last updated: 17 Oct 2025

Council spend over £500 The Council provides details of payments that have been made to suppliers and other parties on a monthly basis with a transaction value exceeding £500 (exclusive of Value Added ...

Last updated: 12 Feb 2026

SeftOnline

Last updated: 11 Dec 2025

Ainsdale Nature-Led Regeneration

Last updated: 19 Sept 2025

Transparency

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

This page contains links to resources for people who work in Sefton who may want to find a new job, advance in their career, or find training opportunities. Sefton@Work Sefton@Work offers free, confidential ...

Last updated: 3 Jun 2025

For general enquiries please email the Planning Department or call 0345 140 0845 (option 8) We do not offer a drop-in service at Magdalen House. If you need to speak to a planning officer or building inspector, ...

Last updated: 7 Oct 2025

For some people who live in Sefton, air pollution is an important concern and the quality of the air we breathe is an issue that affects everyone.  Air quality across the majority of the borough is of ...

Last updated: 15 Sept 2025

The Mayor of Sefton acts as the first citizen of the Borough of Sefton and has precedence within the borough boundaries over all except members of The Royal Family and the Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside. The ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

Jobs, Volunteering and Training

Last updated: 6 Jan 2026

At Sefton Council we want to give you the best possible service we can. We welcome your feedback on our services, as it gives us the opportunity to see where we can make improvements. However, if you have ...

Last updated: 17 Nov 2025

People's circumstances can mean that they have difficulties paying their Council Tax* If you're on low income you may be eligible for support to make your payments affordable.  If you are having difficulty ...

Last updated: 19 Mar 2026

Connecting Southport and Wigan Piers, the 34km (21 mile) Pier To Pier Route has been developed by Sefton, West Lancashire and Wigan Council. One of our longer routes, the Pier to Pier can start at either ...

Last updated: 23 Apr 2025

Recycle more from home   From Wednesday 1st April, we want to make it even easier for residents in Sefton to recycle more and reduce waste. You can now recycle aluminium foil, food and drink cartons, and ...

Last updated: 31 Mar 2026

Find out how to pay your Council Tax, how much to pay, possible discounts, how it is spent, and more. If you have difficulty understanding your Council Tax Bill (Demand), the short video below will help ...

Last updated: 9 Mar 2026

History of the Borough of Sefton In accordance with the Local Government Act 1972, Sefton Metropolitan District Council was formed on 1 April 1974, by the amalgamation of the county boroughs of Bootle ...

Last updated: 19 Aug 2024

Sefton Council and its partners are committed to ensuring children and young people across Sefton have the best opportunities for life. These pages are designed to help you find the resources available ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

The collection address must be within Sefton. This is a service for domestic residential properties only. Managed properties, such as nursing homes or youth hostels are not included in this service. Please ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

Organisations across Sefton are coming together to establish a new health and care partnership that will strengthen the way they work together for the benefit of borough residents. Sefton Partnership will ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Economic Strategy Public Consultation Sefton Council has completed its public consultation exercise for the Sefton Economic Strategy 2022/24. The council used a mix of consultation activities to ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

The council tax reduction scheme is a set of rules which govern the circumstances in which the amount of council tax a low-income resident must pay, can be reduced. The amount of any reduction is based ...

Last updated: 19 Mar 2026

Information on paying an invoice from the Council. Sefton Council Corporate Debt Policy (pdf 444KB)

Last updated: 10 Sept 2025

Find out about other websites that the library service subscribes to and that you can access free.   Remember - to access these resources online, click one of the logos below and type in your Sefton Library ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

What does the term "All Age Carer" mean? Anyone of any age can be a Carer – a Carer is someone who provides care and support to someone who couldn’t manage without their help. This could include a friend ...

Last updated: 5 Aug 2025

This page shows a list of some of the key Council services. Click on the boxes for further information.

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Social Care and Health

Last updated: 19 May 2025

Election Results

Last updated: 4 Oct 2024

Organisations across Sefton are coming together to establish a new Health and Care Partnership that will strengthen the way they work together for the benefit of the Borough's residents. Sefton Partnership ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Sefton Carers Centre Sefton Council provides a wealth of advice, information , support and opportunities for those unpaid Carers living in Sefton through the dedicated Sefton Carers Centre.  If you need ...

Last updated: 5 Aug 2025

Supporting Families with Sefton@Work At Sefton@Work, we understand that thinking about searching for a job, finding steady employment or quality training can be overwhelming and scary. Our service is designed ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Important update: Sefton Careline has a new telephone number, which is 0151 319 9262. You may still occasionally see a different number while we complete the full transition to the new number, this number ...

Last updated: 28 Jan 2026

Sefton's Child Poverty Strategy explores the drivers of child poverty and its impact on children and families. Almost 8,000 (almost one in six) under 16s in Sefton were living in poverty last year. The ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Electric Vehicles and Charging Points

Last updated: 15 Aug 2025

Sefton Council Welfare Rights Team provides free and confidential advice on the Welfare Benefit System to Sefton Residents. We have appointment based weekly advice sessions in Bootle, Waterloo and Southport, ...

Last updated: 24 Nov 2025

If you are looking for information or assistance following the effects of the economic downturn or an emergency, the Council and its partners want you to be able to get the help and advice you need as ...

Last updated: 7 Feb 2025

Sefton Council have been successful in securing Government funding of over £41,3000 to help ensure landlords are meeting national Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) at properties they let. The ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The Council is composed of 66 Councillors with one-third elected annually (three years in every four) for a term of four years. Councillors are democratically accountable to residents of their ward. The ...

Last updated: 21 Aug 2025

Since 2006, there was a large scale voluntary transfer of all Sefton Council’s social housing to One Vision. Sefton Council still has a public law duty to accept applications from any member of the public, ...

Last updated: 15 Dec 2025

At most libraries in Sefton, you will find the following services. Please take a look at the specific library page for further information and contact details, including opening times. Books – standard ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

Share your views and take part in our online consultations and also view the results of recent surveys. Our main aims The Council and a number of partners have developed a Public Engagement and Consultation ...

Last updated: 26 Jan 2026

Homes For Ukraine The Homes for Ukraine scheme is one of three routes introduced by the Government to support people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine. The scheme allows individuals in the UK to sponsor ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Why Fly Tip?

Last updated: 2 Feb 2026

Sefton's Economic Strategy 2026-2028 Since our last Economic Update in 2022, local, national, and global markets have experienced considerable disruption and instability. The 2026/28 Sefton Economic Strategy ...

Last updated: 30 Mar 2026

The role of the Health and Wellbeing Board is to: Encourage integrated working between commissioners of health services, to public health and social care services. Encourage those who provide services ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Why choose Sefton?    At Sefton, we’re incredibly proud of our people — both our residents and our staff. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we truly value the skills, compassion, and ...

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

Parks and Greenspaces Managed by our excellent Green Sefton service with support from volunteers and our partners, Sefton has over 30 parks across the borough, as well as 100 play sites and 183 open space. This ...

Last updated: 15 Aug 2024

Safer Sefton Together Strategy (pdf 10.34MB) Safer Sefton Together, in its capacity as the local statutory Community ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Home Visit Volunteers You could help us by selecting books for readers, or delivering them. You would help older or less mobile people maintain the stimulation and pleasures of reading in their own homes. Story ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

If you are interested in self or custom building a property in Sefton, this register will help you. It gives us an indication of the level of demand for self/custom build in the borough and helps us to ...

Last updated: 11 Feb 2026

Sefton Council is currently undertaking a survey of all recent “home movers”. The survey will include all households that have moved into a home that was newly built over the past few years. The purpose ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Free computers and WIFI People's Network Computers are available at all branches for library members to use and access the internet. To log on, use your library card number and your four-digit password. ...

Last updated: 20 Jan 2026

Each year, thousands of kind-hearted Sefton residents, council staff, partners and community groups donate toys, gifts, vouchers and stocking fillers to some of the borough’s children and young people ...

Last updated: 26 Nov 2025

Sefton Libraries continue to work towards making its services accessible to everyone. All libraries have level entrances or ramps with handrails.  We offer a number of services that enable people who are ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

Flooding in Sefton - Know Your Risk   Flood risk varies across the Sefton borough and can be caused by overflowing rivers or streams, coastal inundation, blocked drains, high groundwater or pumping station ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton’s Growth and Strategic Investment Programme is a group of projects that aim to improve the Borough for people who live, work and visit the area. Sefton is a diverse Borough with residents and businesses ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council are committed to achieving high quality design within the borough’s built environment. We recognise that good design is central to achieving sustainable development by creating quality ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

In these pages you will find information about tree management in Sefton.       

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Council Tax legality - frequently asked questions The council has a responsibility to bill and collect Council Tax, but this does not mean it introduces a fiduciary relationship (a situation in which one ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Managing Flood & Coastal Erosion Risk in Sefton   Extensive flooding across the UK in 2007 resulted in an overhaul of flood risk legislation with greater responsibility placed on local authorities ...

Last updated: 19 Mar 2025

Local Plan Sefton’s Local Plan (sefton.gov.uk) was adopted in 2017. It shapes the future of the borough for years to come. It sets out how new development will be managed up until 2030, and encourages ...

Last updated: 25 Sept 2024

  Dunnings Bridge Road Footbridge Our proposals for Maritime Corridor Improvements are separate from, and not connected to, National Highways (formerly Highways England) proposals for replacing the former ...

Last updated: 5 Feb 2026

LiDA-Europe Library App The LiDA-Europe App allows you to choose your Sefton library branch, sign in with your library card details and browse our extensive catalogue in a mobile-friendly view. The app ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

The aim of the partnership is to ensure that Sefton is a safe place to live, work and visit. Each year we undertake a Community Safety Strategic Needs Assessment (SSNA) where we analyse local, regional, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

How to Join To join Sefton Libraries, you can join online on our catalogue using this link. Alternatively, you can visit any Sefton Library and join up in person. It's free to join and you don't need to ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

We are committed to ensuring all our sessions are fully inclusive, if your child has any additional needs please speak to the team for advice on 0151 2886286. We offer a range of options for children and ...

Last updated: 4 Jul 2025

  Phase 1 of Maritime Corridor was completed in February 2026. Phase 2 is anticipated to start later in 2026. Changes Phase 1 saw improvements to Dunnings Bridge Road and Netherton Way. The scheme improved ...

Last updated: 30 Mar 2026

2021 COVID Update There are two public golf courses in Sefton both of which are now open

Last updated: 14 Aug 2024

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority has been successful in securing funding for its most vulnerable and workless residents from the European Social Fund. This is an exciting new programme giving ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton has many routes ideal for walking. Helpful maps and route descriptions are available, designed to enable you to discover the area's fascinating history and wonderful flora and fauna. All the trails ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

In Year School Admissions are when a child moves from one school to another during the academic year.  Within Sefton there are two different types of In Year Admission: Due to a house move (A1 application) ...

Last updated: 20 Feb 2026

Everything you need to know prior to conception, throughout pregnancy and birth, all the way through until your baby turns two years old Every family knows the immense joy that the arrival of a baby can ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

The Sefton Domestic Abuse Partnership Board is a partnership group of a range of local statutory and voluntary agencies who are responsible for supporting Sefton Council in meeting its duty under Part ...

Last updated: 2 May 2025

With world renowned public art installations, listed buildings and heritage sites, Sefton is a unique borough that climbs the coast of England from the top of Liverpool to the bottom of Lancashire.   The ...

Last updated: 5 Nov 2025

Taxi Licensing

Last updated: 27 Mar 2026

Dog fouling left by irresponsible dog owners in not only anti-social but it is also a potential health risk linked with toxocara canis. Contact with infected dog fouling can cause stomach upsets, sore ...

Last updated: 12 Mar 2026

This long walk is about 13km and is generally level throughout. It takes you across the borough of Sefton from west to east, crossing the rich meadows of the River Alt on the way.  View details of the ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton is keen to encourage public transport use and with that in mind, we have several cycle routes in the Sefton area which all start near train stations. Ainsdale Circular Cycling Route Starting ...

Last updated: 23 Apr 2025

Staying Independent at Home

Last updated: 24 Feb 2026

Certain people are not counted when looking at the number of adult’s in your home, this includes people who are 'severely mentally impaired’. This term is used in Council Tax law, which is why it is referred ...

Last updated: 16 Feb 2026

Sefton Council’s Customer Centric Services division covers all aspects of Customer Services Citizen Transactions and associated support services. These include the collection of Council Tax, Business Rates ...

Last updated: 28 Jan 2026

Here at Activate Fitness you're not just joining a gym, you're taking a step towards making a real difference. With one membership, you get the use of six facilities, all within Sefton, which gives you ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

The Sefton SEN and Inclusion Service is comprised of a number of teams. You can find out more about each team below:

Last updated: 25 Oct 2024

Who we are? As part of the Employment & Learning Department, we have been working alongside other Council departments, residents and local employers since 2003, offering a range of free and confidential ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton is home to a wealth of events and attractions including the Grand National steeplechase at Aintree, Antony Gormley’s Another Place artwork on Crosby beach, and Royal Birkdale Golf Club – a regular ...

Last updated: 14 Aug 2024

To report fly-tipping, you can use our My Services portal.  If the fly-tipped items may cause harm or injury to the public please call 0345 140 0845 between 8am – 5.30pm or Sefton Arc on 0151 934 6107 ...

Last updated: 28 Nov 2025

▸Dogs   1.  Pick up Your dog’s daily business... When you take your dog for a walk, be sure you have enough bags with you to pick up what your dog does naturally!  2.  ... and remember to bag it and ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Fly-tipping, by definition, is the illegal dumping of waste. In Sefton, household waste must be presented on the day of collection in wheeled bins or sacks. Guidelines Any disposal of waste outside of ...

Last updated: 27 Jan 2026

In Sefton, you can access a whole host of safe, high quality childcare and early learning opportunities, including holiday clubs and schemes. Our Sefton Directory has a full list of all childcare options ...

Last updated: 11 Mar 2026

If you have a current claim for Council Tax Reduction and you have had a relevant change in your circumstances, you must notify this department as soon as possible.  Relevant changes in circumstances:- Change ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

www.Sefton.gov.uk Tools and templates | CPAG Sefton Support Hub https://www.seftonatwork.net/ https://seftoncvs.org.uk/ Carers website – Sefton Carers  

Last updated: 3 Jun 2025

If you have any enquiries related to childcare sufficiency in Sefton please contact Kim Evans, Partnership and Project Coordinator kimberley.evans@sefton.gov.uk. ...

Last updated: 9 Dec 2025

Things to do in Sefton  Make the most of your visit to The 154th Open by exploring everything Sefton has to offer. From stunning coastlines and vibrant attractions to a fantastic selection of local food ...

Last updated: 18 Dec 2025

There are a number of Byelaws (laws made by a Local Authority) which cover sites managed by Green Sefton. These byelaws are several years old and often the language used reflects this. Each byelaw is detailed ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Active Sefton Park nights took place in October half term as part of Operation Banger across 8 parks in Sefton, providing diversionary sports activities for young people in the local community. Park Nights ...

Last updated: 3 Oct 2025

The Sefton Parent Carer Forum is a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education, health and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver ...

Last updated: 25 Oct 2024

Risk Over 5 million people in the UK are at risk of flooding. Flooding can occur from sources such as rivers, the sea or ordinary watercourses.  However, surface water flooding due to extreme rainfall ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2025

Last updated: 1 Apr 2025

https://www.seftonatwork.net/ Services for employers Tackling in-work poverty | CIPD Tools | CIPD Knowledge hub | CIPD For the real cost of living | Living Wage Foundation People manager guide: Recruiting, ...

Last updated: 3 Jun 2025

Latest News   Sefton Council Announces New Vision for Nature-Led Regeneration at the Ainsdale Gateway Sefton Council advances nature led regeneration at Ainsdale Gateway    

Last updated: 14 Jan 2026

Bernarde Bell, a Technical Accountant with the Corporate Finance Team, discusses his nomination and the key to a Sefton career lasting over three decades... You can see Bernarde in our video highlighting ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

This circular route is 3.4 miles (5.5km) and is fairly easy to walk although some of the surfaces are unmade and can be quite rough. Cabin Hill nature reserve is a tranquil spot on the Sefton Coast and ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Children's Social Care

Last updated: 24 Oct 2024

Support and advice to help you stop smoking If you – or someone you care about – live or work in Sefton and want to stop smoking, you can talk to us directly straight away (or speak to your GP first if ...

Last updated: 25 Jun 2025

Sefton SEN and Inclusion Service is here to support children, families and schools to make sure children and young people with a special educational need or disability get the support they need across ...

Last updated: 25 Oct 2024

It was wonderful to see many senior leaders and practitioners from both Sefton and across the region attend the very first Sefton Child Poverty Strategy launch event.  The event was designed to formally ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council recognises that the voluntary and community sector makes a major contribution to the economy, health and well-being of the people who live and work in Sefton. Therefore the Council has the ...

Last updated: 11 Jun 2025

Sefton will commence a new Local Plan that will replace the current Local Plan (April 2017) later this year. It is anticipated that it will cover the period 2029-2044. The current timetable for the new ...

Last updated: 11 Feb 2026

Danny Doyle gave his Business Rates team a special shout out and took the time to explain why. You can see Danny talk about his team in our video about Stars nominees and the people who made nominations: Thanks ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

SIMON - Sefton Interactive Maps Online, is our new web-based mapping interface that replaces Sefton Maps. SIMON is simple to use and presents a Google Maps style interface that users can navigate with ...

Last updated: 25 Sept 2025

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations.The categories of information that we collect, process, hold and share will include: Revenues - Council Tax & Business Rates and Business ...

Last updated: 16 Dec 2025

The second Sefton’s Childhood Poverty Strategy event took place on 29th June 2023 at Bootle Cricket Club. It was wonderful to welcome almost a hundred senior leaders and practitioners from both Sefton ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Personal Information We value your personal information. Sefton Council collects and processes personal information about its service users and its employees. Information is processed in accordance with ...

Last updated: 31 Jul 2025

Funding secured to accelerate climate action in Sefton  Thanks to National Lottery players, Sefton Climate & Retrofit Action Project (SCRAP) has received £866,548 over five years from The National ...

Last updated: 13 Jun 2025

Funding secured to accelerate climate action in Sefton  Thanks to National Lottery players, Sefton Climate & Retrofit Action Project (SCRAP) has received £866,548 over five years from The National ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2025

Formby Pool is managed by the Formby Pool Trust and Crosby Leisure Centre by Parkwood Leisure on behalf of Sefton Council. 

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

As a resident in Sefton, you may not be required to pay the full amount of Council Tax, find out if you're eligible for a discount or exemption. Ccs ...

Last updated: 19 Mar 2026

Open Golf Championship

Last updated: 29 Jan 2026

There are laws and regulations to protect children that are thinking of or working part-time. The youngest age a child can work part-time is 13, except children involved in areas such as television, theatre ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

This accessibility statement applies to the Sefton Council website: This website is run by Sefton Council. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you ...

Last updated: 15 Aug 2024

Charities in occupation of a property are entitled to 80% Mandatory Charitable Rate Relief from their rates bill, providing the property is used wholly or mainly for charitable purposes. This leaves a ...

Last updated: 13 Mar 2026

I need information

Last updated: 9 Apr 2025

What we do

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 23 Feb 2026

Sundry Debtor Invoices are issued in respect of a large range of council services, such as: Building Control Inspection Fees Ground and Chief rents Hire of facilities for leisure centres, education and ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council is committed to ensuring that every effort is being made to keep the information contained within these pages up to date and accurate. All reasonable measures are taken to make sure information ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Last updated: 10 Apr 2025

Dogs in Sefton Sefton Council welcomes responsible dog owners to its parks, greenspaces and miles of protected coastline. Please see the information on the Public Spaces Protection Order PSPO - Dog Control ...

Last updated: 13 Feb 2026

Who should read this report? This report is for everyone. After all, everyone is getting older all the time – from the moment we are born. And no matter how many birthdays you have had, we all value health ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Over the coming months Sefton Council will be producing a range of documents covering the Census 2021 data results as they are published: Census 2021 - ONS Release plans Census 2021 - First Release - ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council is committed to transparency in all of its activity. On this page you can find key plans and policies that ensure we do this. 

Last updated: 24 Feb 2025

Generally The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government deem a high-rise building to be over 18m in height. Sefton contains 20 high-rise buildings, 10 of which are privately owned, 9 are owned ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Take a look at our policies and how you can get involved in services with the community right to challenge and bid process from the Localism Act. 

Last updated: 18 Jun 2025

Sefton Libraries Sefton Libraries is a contemporary library service whose delivery goes “beyond the book”, delivering a varied community programme of engagement and support.  The service provides a comprehensive ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Libraries is a contemporary library service whose delivery goes “beyond the book”, delivering a varied community programme of engagement and support. The service provides a comprehensive Library ...

Last updated: 23 Jun 2025

Get involved

Last updated: 17 Jul 2025

Older People, Disabled & Supported Housing

Last updated: 17 Feb 2026

  Why we are doing this? Makes it safer for people to walk and cycle in the area, helping to reduce pollution. Makes it easier for people to get about who don’t have access to a car. It will speed up ...

Last updated: 31 Oct 2025

If you want to report a missed refuse sack collection, please use the My Services portal.

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

If you want to report a missed hessian sack collection, please use the My Services portal  

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Are you worried about your own or a loved one’s memory, changes in personality, behaviour, and language?  Please make an appointment to see your GP to talk through any of your concerns. You may be referred ...

Last updated: 8 Sept 2025

The amount(s) you have to pay are shown on your Council Tax Demand Notice (bill), or on other Council Tax payment notices that Sefton Council issue, for example a reminder/final notice or summons.    Payment ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

Merseyside Sight Loss Council Merseyside Sight Loss has been delivering Visual Impairment Awareness Sessions for Sefton Council Staff. The sessions have been delivered to people who's job is focused on ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council is taking Social Value serious for all Major Highway Projects. The Council is committed to hold consultants and contractors involved in projects accountable for making a positive impact ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Sefton Council is taking Social Value serious for all Major Highway Projects. The Council is committed to hold consultants and contractors involved in projects accountable for making a positive impact ...

Last updated: 13 May 2025

Sefton Council is taking Social Value serious for all Major Highway Projects. The Council is committed to hold consultants and contractors involved in projects accountable for making a positive impact ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Sefton Council is taking Social Value serious for all Major Highway Projects. The Council is committed to hold consultants and contractors involved in projects accountable for making a positive impact ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Sefton Council is taking Social Value serious for all Major Highway Projects. The Council is committed to hold consultants and contractors involved in projects accountable for making a positive impact ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Welcome to my annual report about population health in Sefton. The report for 2025 takes a closer look at the topic of child poverty; what life and health is like for low-income families in Sefton’s communities, ...

Last updated: 23 Mar 2026

There are estimated 120,000 street and park/green spaces trees that are under the management of the Tree and Woodland Team, which consists of five qualified tree officers with a combined experience of ...

Last updated: 2 Dec 2025

There are many types of technology and equipment to help you stay independent. Note that not all of this technology is provided by Sefton Council. Access our fact sheets about different devices ...

Last updated: 9 Apr 2025

Sefton Council has developed a Drone Policy in response to a variety of issues created by drone use on Council owned land, public open spaces and in protected landscapes in Sefton. As such, we have a number ...

Last updated: 29 Oct 2025

A59 Corridor Improvements

Last updated: 16 Sept 2025

Brand Guidelines

Last updated: 8 Oct 2025

This level, 11-mile (17.7Km) Old Roan to Aughton liner route is ideal for families to walk (or cycle) and is another of our routes that starts and finishes at a railway station. This one starts at Old ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

One of the most popular walks, this 9.6km moderate walk starts and finishes at the Running Horses pub on Bells Lane, adjacent to the canal at Sumners Turn Bridge.  View details of the Lydiate Loop. Passing ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

At just under 6.5km this walking trail makes a pleasant half-day stroll and passes several sites of local historical interest, including the former home of Maghull's most famous former resident, Frank ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Also a cycle route, our Trains, Planes & Bicycles route can be done as a challenging walk. This 5.9-mile route starts at Freshfield railway station before taking you on a circuit to the north of ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get about our area whilst also allowing you the opportunity to become more active, lose weight and become healthier. Before you undertake any of ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council is one of approximately 370 public sector providers of building control services in England and Wales.At Sefton, we aim to provide a local, customer-focused Building Control Service including ...

Last updated: 1 Dec 2025

The Sefton Playing Pitch and Outdoor Sports Strategy was adopted by Sefton Council in July 2023. Its purpose is to provide a strategic framework for the maintenance and improvement of outdoor sports pitches, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Bereavement Services

Last updated: 4 Aug 2025

Cost of Living

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Staying healthy

Last updated: 9 Apr 2025

Family Life: Support and Advice

Last updated: 25 Jul 2024

To make a complaint that a councillor has breached the Members Code of Conduct please complete the complain about a Councillor form. This covers a member or co-opted member of Sefton Council, or a member ...

Last updated: 6 Feb 2025

Foodbanks Across Sefton, there are foodbanks that can help if you can't afford the food, toiletries or household supplies you need. To find out about your nearest foodbank, visit the Sefton Directory, ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The Council has a legal duty to seek to recovery of all outstanding debts. Any failure to maximise the collection of Business Rates will potentially put Council services at risk. If you have problems paying ...

Last updated: 13 Mar 2026

Early Years

Last updated: 22 May 2025

Sefton Council are updating their policy around barriers to make walking, cycling, and wheeling more accessible. The policy will remove barriers that block paths, starting with leisure routes like the ...

Last updated: 1 Oct 2025

Climate Emergency Declaration In July 2019 Sefton Council declared a Climate Emergency. In declaring a Climate Emergency, it was agreed that: Sefton Council is committed to reducing carbon emissions and ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

How we create our strategies and policies  We work with residents, their families, and carers to develop our main strategies and policies. We do this by holding consultations where people can share their ...

Last updated: 14 Aug 2025

Sefton Employment Land & Premises Supply Assessment  Sefton Council commissioned Iceni Projects to prepare an Employment Land and Premises Supply Assessment to provide a detailed analysis of Sefton’s ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

New Realities is a 'can do' collaboration agreement that is supported by Sefton Council, Sefton CVS, and other local voluntary, community and faith sectors.It is about wanting to have positive, productive ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Report using My Services Portal  to purchase a Radar key please visit  The official and only genuine Radar Key – Disability Rights UK

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Borough Elections - Easy Read Guide Sefton has a Council of 66 Members or Councillors who make decisions on matters affecting the borough. The borough is divided into 22 wards and each ward is represented ...

Last updated: 4 Mar 2026

Additional Resources for Carers Looking after a family member or friend, who has a disability, long-term illness or is elderly?Below we have complied a list of key webpages and resources to help support ...

Last updated: 4 Jun 2025

During 2016 Sefton Council led on developing a new and exciting vision for the future of the borough. Working closely with partners, businesses, private sector organisations, the voluntary, community and ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council’s plans to regenerate the coastal town of Crosby have taken another step forward with the launch of a consultation focusing on the town centre. A plan for regeneration in Crosby (Crosby ...

Last updated: 8 Oct 2024

We are always working to improve the lives of our residents and our staff are at the very heart of this. Hear what they have to say about their roles at Sefton Council. If our stories have inspired ...

Last updated: 23 Apr 2025

Gdansk Sefton has been twinned with Gdansk in Poland since 1993. The co-operation between Gdansk and Sefton Council was initiated by Mrs Danuta Sobolewska (Anglo-Polish Society, Southport). While visiting ...

Last updated: 19 Aug 2024

Whistleblowing is a procedure which enables employees, councillors and members of the public to express any concerns they have about illegal or illegitimate practices involving the council. You can raise ...

Last updated: 28 Nov 2024

Whistleblowing is a procedure which enables employees, councillors and members of the public to express any concerns they have about illegal or illegitimate practices involving the council. You can raise ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

School Terms and Holidays 2025 - 2026   Autumn Term Spring Term ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

This 6.4km leisurely walk takes you on a short tour of the pretty rural parish of Ince Blundell where you will pass numerous historic features associated with the Blundell family, the lords of the manor ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

There is a choice of 2 walks here, or you can do them both to make one larger route.  The first section takes you out to the coast to enjoy the wonderful vistas over the Mersey Estuary and the Irish ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The Hightown Loop is a counterclockwise route of 6.2 miles (10Km), comprising a mixture of bridleways, shared-use pathways and minor roads which can be walked and cycled. Some of the surfaces can be ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

A 7.4km meander around Melling, this circular walk starting and finishing at Maghull Railway Station passes through the historical village of Melling. Key points on this walk include Frank Hornby's House, ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

This 3.5m (5.6km) circular walk starts and ends at the bus stop opposite the Bootle Arms Public House in Melling. It is generally level throughout and will lead you along several rural footpaths and ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Library News and Updates 06/11/25 Tales from the Stack: a Sefton Libraries podcast 'Tales from the Stack: a Sefton Libraries podcast' is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Search 'Sefton ...

Last updated: 12 Feb 2026

After allocating another £900,000 to support households across the Borough, Sefton Council closed the Open Access Household Support Fund scheme to new applications on Friday 30th January. Since re-opening ...

Last updated: 16 Mar 2026

Single Use Plastics Our environment needs to be protected from the growing problem of plastic waste appearing due to littering, poor waste management and the pollution of water courses. The Council believes ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Balancing the need to provide great visitor facilities and opportunities at the coast, with the unique environmental sensitivities, means that Sefton Council, and its partners, must delicately manage its ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Domestic Abuse

Last updated: 27 Feb 2026

Community Learning

Last updated: 27 Nov 2025

Graduated Approach

Last updated: 25 Oct 2024

Schools and Learning

Last updated: 25 Feb 2025

Attachment & Trauma

Last updated: 5 Nov 2025

Professionals

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Partners

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Projects and Events

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Freedom of the Borough The Freedom of the Borough is the highest award that the Council can bestow. By Section 249(5) of the Local Government Act 1972, the Council may admit "persons of distinction and ...

Last updated: 19 Aug 2024

The Atkinson - Sefton's home for arts and culture The Atkinson is Southport’s home for music, theatre, art, literature, and history. May 2023 marks ten years since The Atkinson re-opened as a combined ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The first example of our School Neighbourhood approach is shown in our work with Stanley High School (Southport). This school was part of the original School Streets Pilot work for Sefton Council, alongside ...

Last updated: 9 Jul 2025

In Sefton a civil marriage ceremony or civil partnership can take place at Southport Town Hall, Waterloo Town Hall or at any venue which has been approved by Sefton Council. Marriage venues Southport Town ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Under the Children and Young Persons Act 1963 and Children (Performances and Activities)(England) Regulations 2014, Sefton Council is responsible for the licensing of all Sefton school aged children who ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

At The Library is a programme of artist-led workshops, projects, commissions and happenings in community libraries in Sefton, mainly based in Bootle, Netherton and Crosby Libraries. We aim to make a new ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

What is the Local Plan? The Local Plan will shape the future of Sefton for years to come. It sets out how new development will be managed in the period from 2015 to 2030, it encourages sustainable development ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council uses reasonable efforts to include and up-date information on this website. It does not however, make any representation as to its accuracy or completeness. Sefton Council will not be held ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council has joined with neighbouring Council’s to provide a Gateway system to assess, manage and allocate homelessness and housing related support services in the borough. Gateway to Housing & ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The strategy will focus on how Sefton can sustainably grow the number of day and staying visitors to the borough over the next decade. It will identify the roles of different stakeholders and outline clear ...

Last updated: 25 Sept 2024

In July 2019 Sefton Council declared a Climate Emergency. It was agreed that we are committed to reducing direct and indirect carbon emissions to Net Zero by 2030. Sefton Council also recognises our role ...

Last updated: 11 Aug 2025

In July 2019 Sefton Council declared a Climate Emergency. It was agreed that we are committed to reducing direct and indirect carbon emissions to Net Zero by 2030. Sefton Council also recognises our role ...

Last updated: 19 Aug 2025

There are Crisis Resilience Housing Payments (CRHP) available to allow councils to give you extra help with your rent. This includes people affected by the Welfare Reform changes introduced by the Government. ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

Sefton Council and the Marine Lake Event Centre Project Team are committed to giving back in the local community. As part of the Project’s social value commitments in the Sefton Borough, various activities ...

Last updated: 21 Aug 2024

Currently Electric Vehicle (EV) charging cables trailing across or under the public highway are prohibited across Sefton. Charging your vehicle on the street by trailing a cable across the pavement, including ...

Last updated: 18 Aug 2025

Take a look at the latest news about The Strand and Salt and Tar.   The Strand Bootle is set to sparkle this Christmas New Canopy Proposal for Bootle Strand Transformation Sefton Council Marks Major Milestone ...

Last updated: 17 Mar 2026

History Southport Pier is one of Britain's longest standing pleasure piers and stretches more than 3,600ft out over the resort's iconic golden sands. The second longest in the UK, Southport Pier is a unique ...

Last updated: 22 Jan 2026

Road names and numbering The Council is responsible for ensuring that street name plates are provided and fitted in suitable positions. In the case of a new development, the developer is responsible for ...

Last updated: 15 Aug 2024

The Community Right to Challenge is a key element of the Localism Act 2011. What does it mean?This means that voluntary agencies, community groups, charities, Parish and Town Councils and groups of two ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations.The categories of information that we collect, process, hold and share will include: Revenues - Council Tax & Business Rates and Business ...

Last updated: 8 Dec 2025

Sefton Council is responsible for keeping weed growth on its land under control, including highways, parks, public open spaces and memorial gardens. We do this through a continual, year-long programme ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Southport Eastern Access

Last updated: 15 May 2025

The Council has a duty to work with neighbouring local authorities and other partners on cross-boundary strategic planning matters. As part of this co-operation Sefton Council, the other local authorities ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Surveys and Feedback What is a Survey ? A survey asks people for the information or their opinion on a topic. For example , what do people like about living in Sefton? It helps bring together information ...

Last updated: 19 Sept 2025

Gary Valjalo is Lead Practitioner with the Review and Transformation team within Adult Social Care. Gary spoke to us about the highlights of a Sefton career spanning more than four decades.  Gary starred ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

SIMON (Sefton Interactive Maps Online) has been created to provide members of the public with access to Sefton Council's mapped information. Sefton Council make every effort to ensure that the information ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council, as the Highway Authority, has responsibility for the maintenance of approximately 1000km of highway, including carriageways and footways. We aim to make sure that they are properly maintained ...

Last updated: 29 Jul 2025

The Council offers advice on a range of sheltered and supported housing services, and advice on schemes to allow you to remain in your home. Supported Housing and Housing Related Support Provided by various ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council receive many Freedom of Information requests relating to the current status of properties within the district. To address these requests we are now publishing a ‘general search’ file and ...

Last updated: 1 May 2025

Information for Businesses  The Open is one of the world’s largest sporting events and brings significant economic benefit to host communities. Its return to Royal Birkdale represents a major opportunity ...

Last updated: 12 Feb 2026

Active Travel Schools

Last updated: 8 Oct 2024

Sefton Council currently fly the following flags: Bootle Town Hall Union Flag (this is located at ground level near the Mayor of Sefton's entrance at Bootle Town Hall and is flown all year round). Crosby ...

Last updated: 19 Aug 2024

Parish and Town Councils, also known as local councils, form the most local level of government and cover many rural and urban areas. How do they work? They provide or maintain services such as allotments, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Exemptions Some homes may be exempt from Council Tax, this depends on the reason they are empty and the circumstances of the people living in it. If your property should be exempt, you can complete ...

Last updated: 17 Feb 2026

IT Plans and Policies Digital Strategy Sefton’s Digital Strategy has been developed in the context of our partnership 2030 vision of Sefton as a borough connected by people, supported by technology and ...

Last updated: 26 Jan 2026

Include-IT Mersey is a Digital Inclusion project helping people to get online across the Liverpool City Region.​ This project is funded by the European Social Fund (ESF) and The National Lottery Community ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Audrey Forkings started at Sefton Council when it was just five years old. She spoke about her career and a motto we can all live by.  Thank you for your many years of service, Audrey. How long has it ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

Before you arrange your bulky item collection, please see the item lists below for details of the items we do or do not take. We can only collect a maximum of 3 items per visit. Please note that large ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

InvestSefton InvestSefton is Sefton Council’s business support and inward investment service, which leads on and supports business growth and inward investment in Sefton. The service helps Sefton Council ...

Last updated: 1 May 2025

Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) The Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) is a government energy-efficiency scheme, designed to tackle fuel poverty and help reduce carbon emissions. It requires Energy Companies ...

Last updated: 12 Mar 2026

Sefton Council aims to protect people, property and the environment from the effects of emergencies through• Risk Assessment• Planning for Emergency Response and Recovery• Working with partner agencies Our ...

Last updated: 25 Feb 2025

Any vehicle that is dangerously or illegally parked that appear to be abandoned should be reported to Merseyside Police by calling 101, using the Police Facebook and Twitter accounts or completing their ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Water Self Supply Sefton Council holds a Self Supply Licence  for the provision of water services.  As part of this we are required to publish a list of names associated with the licence. In accordance ...

Last updated: 30 Oct 2025

The team at Mersey Care provides an assessment service for Sefton Council to determine eligibility for the Blue Badge Scheme. We deal with people primarily with mobility problems from birth, ensuring that ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

School Climate Action Schools can play an important part in supporting to tackle the climate emergency, for example: By taking actions to reduce carbon emissions by becoming more energy efficient; By ...

Last updated: 14 Nov 2025

This leaflet produced by the National Trust includes several walks around the site allowing you to experience nature first-hand. It also includes a great map detailing the area in addition to some useful ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Working in partnership with local councillors and Sustrans, Sefton Council have engaged with four local schools in Norwood and the wider school community. The four schools were: Meols Cop High School Holy ...

Last updated: 20 Jun 2025

Sefton Council is continuing to explore development and investment proposals for the town centre following its unsuccessful Levelling Up Fund bid in 2021 for a range of schemes to revitalise Crosby town ...

Last updated: 8 Oct 2024

  A public consultation was held on the proposed improvements to the Norwood Mitigation area following the proposed opening of Foul Lane part of the Southport Eastern Access Scheme. The wider public ...

Last updated: 10 Oct 2024

If you are on a low income, and pay rent for your home, you may be entitled to financial assistance towards your rent. If you are classed as working age then, (and you are not already claiming Housing ...

Last updated: 24 Sept 2025

Join Sefton Council as Principal Educational Psychologist! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Sefton ...

Last updated: 26 Mar 2025

  The Council have implemented an Immediate Article 4 Direction in all remaining areas of Sefton (i.e. those areas not covered by the existing directions for Bootle, and parts of Litherland, Seaforth, ...

Last updated: 18 Feb 2026

Since March 2018, Sefton Council has had a Selective Licensing scheme for private landlords in the Bootle area. There is also another licensing scheme which is called ‘Additional (HMO) Licensing which ...

Last updated: 14 Oct 2024

Equipment, Minor aids and The Rapid Equipment Assessment Community Team (React) Equipment and Minor Aids Minor aids (also known as minor adaptations) are small changes Sefton Council can make to a home ...

Last updated: 11 Nov 2025

As the borough of Sefton marks the 50th anniversary of its creation, those people and places that make it a fantastic place to live, work and visit are being honoured. To mark Sefton reaching its half ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Our service aims to help all clients grow in confidence, source vacancies and opportunities that are right for them and prepare a journey plan that is designed with their specific needs in mind, to help ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Adult Social Care support when coming out of Hospital If you are leaving hospital following an illness or operation, you might need practical help with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing and ...

Last updated: 5 Aug 2025

This easy-print factsheet detailing ways people worried about the national Cost of Living crisis can get support and advice is available on Sefton Council’s website. You can download it here. Designed ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Bootle Town Centre Investment Framework (Lambert Smith Hampton /Nexus 2016) sets out opportunities for Bootle Town Centre, including the retail area, the office area and the Town Hall complex.  Key points ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Southport is a unique and classic seaside town that has real potential to build on and enhance its profile and contribution to economic growth in the region. The Southport Town Deal reflects a commitment ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Market Sustainability Plan This is our first plan to ensure the sustainability of care homes and home care services in Sefton. It aligns with the Care Act 2014 and the Department of Health and Social ...

Last updated: 6 Mar 2025

The Council has a 'zero tolerance' approach to fraud, bribery and corruption and is committed to making sure that the opportunity for illegal acts are minimised. We also welcome residents and members of ...

Last updated: 28 Jul 2025

All material on this website, including text, graphics and photographic images, is the copyright of Sefton Council unless otherwise stated. Use may be made of this material by educational and not-for-profit ...

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Southport Register Office Corporation StreetSouthport PR8 1DA 0151 934 3044 (select option 4) Opening hours Monday - Friday 9.15am to 4pm   Waterloo Register Office Crosby Town Hall,Great Georges RoadWaterlooL22 ...

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Below are some answers to frequently asked questions we receive.  

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Walking and Cycling in Sefton

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Forums and groups - How to get involved Sefton Council for Voluntary services Sefton Council for Voluntary services Sefton CVS is a registered charity, operating for 40 years, that provides specialist ...

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

To apply you must complete the Council's application form in full. CV's will not be considered unless specified in the job advertisement. Please ensure you read the Guidance Notes prior to and in conjunction ...

Last updated: 11 Dec 2025

On this page, you will find some of our most frequently asked questions. This is not an exhaustive list, but it does feature the questions our Customer Services team regularly receives. Here you will find ...

Last updated: 23 May 2025

Sefton Council makes every effort to ensure that the information presented here is up to date and accurate.  However, Sefton Council gives no warranty or representation, express or implied, as to the accuracy, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Household waste recycling centres in Sefton Household Waste Recycling Centres are provided by Merseyside Recycling & Waste Authority and accept a range of household materials for recycling, from batteries, ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

2021/2022 Public Health Annual Report (PHAR) – Sefton Council  In January 2020, the World Health Organisation (WHO) reported that cases of pneumonia in Wuhan, China had been caused by a novel coronavirus ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Debbie Rayfield is the Corporate Apprenticeship Manager, working out of the Corporate Learning Centre in Ainsdale. She’s been recognised for her long service, with a big anniversary just around the corner...  Debbie ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

Current School Streets In Sefton there are currently 3 school streets in place: Greenbank High School – Hastings Road – July 2023 (permanent) Birkdale High School – Windy Harbour Road – July 2023 (permanent) Summerhill ...

Last updated: 20 Jun 2025

Sefton is a borough for everyone and our strategy for 2023-2027 demonstrates how Sefton Council and the borough we serve, is making progress where equality, diversity and inclusion are concerned. It also ...

Last updated: 18 Oct 2024

Working in partnership with Sustrans, Sefton Council have engaged with four local schools in the North Park area in Bootle and the wider community. These were: All Saints Catholic Primary School Thomas ...

Last updated: 20 Jun 2025

Engaging with partners  Sefton engages with a number of partners in order to meet the Public Sector Equality Duty. Engagement with partners helps us understand the needs of our community and allows us ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Rarer than a rainforest From stunning beaches to woodlands and dune systems brimming with wildlife, this unique landscape is rarer than rain forest. Sefton Council and its communities are custodians of ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

New vehicle licence applicants must wait until the plates are received and affixed to the vehicle before commencing any work. Renewals should be completed before the existing plates expire. For vehicle ...

Last updated: 12 Jun 2025

Changes to Procurement Regulations The current procurement regulations will be changing, and a new set will replace them from 24 February 2025. Existing contracts and current procurements are not impacted ...

Last updated: 16 Dec 2025

Bootle Library lies at the centre of the community just a few minutes away from Bootle Strand. Once inside you will find the open plan layout light and airy with many lovely books on offer from an extensive ...

Last updated: 20 Jan 2026

A Warm Welcome In Sefton, we are always happy to welcome new providers to our Local Authority. Becoming a childminder or opening your own nursery, is an exciting time. The Department for Education provides ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

The Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) looks at the current and future health and care needs of the local population to inform and guide the planning and commissioning (development of services) of ...

Last updated: 20 Aug 2025

The categories of this information that we collect, process, hold and share include: personal information (such as name, address, date of birth) characteristics (such as gender)  video footage, photograhs, ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The North Liverpool Key Corridor (NLKC) scheme began work on site in spring 2017. This is a joint initiative between Liverpool City Council and Sefton Council, in which Liverpool are the scheme promoter.  The ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

                                      The Liverpool City Region Green Sustainable Travel Corridors Project (also called LCR SUD) is a £17.3 million project (of which £8.65 million is from the European ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Online 'My Account' service My Account for Council Tax enables Sefton residents to view and manage their Council Tax via a safe and secure online portal using a smartphone, laptop or desktop computer. To ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2026

Contact us You can contact the Business Rates team by telephone, email or by visiting us at a One Stop Shop. However, some services can be accessed online without the need to speak to anyone. Please click ...

Last updated: 16 Dec 2025

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme encourages UK employers to support defence personnel and inspire others to do the same. The scheme encompasses bronze, silver ...

Last updated: 23 Jun 2025

Flood Investigation Reports   Under Section 19 of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, Sefton Council, as Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA), has a responsibility to investigate and publish reports ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2025

Making Supported Living Better We want to make supported living better in Sefton. We are working with people who have used these services, and carers to create good homes with support for older and young ...

Last updated: 25 Jul 2025

Sefton Council are a member of the Covenant of Mayors (CoM). This is a European movement where local authorities, voluntarily commit to increasing energy efficiency and use of renewable energy. They also ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Local Highway Maintenance Transparency Report 2025/26 In December 2024, the government announced the 2025 to 2026 highway maintenance funding allocations for all eligible highway authorities and mayoral ...

Last updated: 30 Jun 2025

Latest News Help shape Sefton’s walking, wheeling and cycling future  Sefton Council is developing a policy to improve walking, wheeling, and cycling within the community. The policy is called the Local ...

Last updated: 26 Nov 2025

Before, During & After a Flood Event    At Sefton Council we are working hard to reduce flood risk across the borough, but as an individual you have a responsibility to be aware of the level of risk ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Paying your respects Memorial Options Sefton Cemeteries and Crematoria covering Thornton, Bootle, Birkdale, Ainsdale and Southport serve as places of quiet reflection, dignity and remembrance for the local ...

Last updated: 13 Feb 2026

Sufficiency Duty  Sefton Council have a duty under the Childcare Act, 2006 to secure, ‘so far as is reasonably practicable,’ provision of childcare is sufficient to meet the requirements of parents/ carers ...

Last updated: 20 Nov 2025

Elle Morris is a new Business Support Assistant, following on from a fruitful apprenticeship. Here’s Elle talking about her short but successful time at Sefton Council so far! Elle features in our video ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

Our new weekly household food waste collection service will start from Autumn 2026! Bio-gas It will be is a major step towards lowering our carbon footprint and creating valuable bio-gas for energy use. By ...

Last updated: 24 Feb 2026

You can apply for a Council Tax discount of up to 100% if you have a terminal illness diagnosis or live with someone who has. Who can apply? You may qualify for a council tax discount if: you are terminally ...

Last updated: 15 Jan 2026

Help us make EV charging more accessible for everyone - suggest a location today! Sefton Council is developing a borough-wide public EV charging network, with a focus on areas without off-street parking. We’re ...

Last updated: 9 Jan 2026

You can use our My Services portal to report: Dog fouling removal from the public Highway Fly tipping on public Highway Graffiti removal from Public Buildings Litterbins on public Highway Gated rear entry ...

Last updated: 21 Jan 2026

Moor Park Article 4 (2) Direction One of the recommendations of the appraisal was to bring into force an Article 4 (2) Direction to control the extent of work which can be carried out without the need ...

Last updated: 11 Sept 2025

This type of activity is covered by the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982. Any person wishing to carry on the practice of acupuncture, cosmetic piercing, semi-permanent skin-colouring, ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council produces a newsletter periodically with the latest news, updates and events about all growth projects across the Borough.  Latest issue The latest issue includes news about: Bootle Area ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

On the 24th June 2021, Sefton Council agreed that Adult Social Care would undertake a day services consultation, taking account of the impact of the COVD-19 pandemic on day services and the changing aspirations ...

Last updated: 14 Aug 2025

Southport Theatre & Convention Centre Update  Bliss Space (Southport) Ltd, lease holder and operating company for Southport Theatre & Convention Centre (STCC) sadly went into liquidation on 19th ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council is responsible for keeping weed growth on its land under control, including highways, parks, public open spaces and memorial gardens. We do this through a continual, year-long programme ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

All tree works are carried out to British Standards (BS3998:2010), by qualified tree surgeons, and in compliance with the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Tree pruning Tree pruning can include removal ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

  What is a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO)? A Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) allows certain public bodies, like local councils or transport authorities, to buy land or property without the owner's ...

Last updated: 27 Jan 2026

  What is a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO)? A Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) allows certain public bodies, like local councils or transport authorities, to buy land or property without the owner's ...

Last updated: 27 Jan 2026

In 2017, Sefton Council purchased Bootle Strand Shopping Centre as a key part of its commitment to regenerate the town centre.  Our high streets have and are going through a period of huge change. This ...

Last updated: 24 Feb 2026

As a Waste Minimisation Officer, Abi Fantin is part of the team keeping our streets clean. Even as a relatively new part of the Council, she was recognised for her great contributions. Abi appeared in ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

Background to the Action Plan During 2020, both before and after national lockdown restrictions eased due to COVID-19, people flocked to the coast in their thousands which resulted in a strain on facilities, ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Where do you fit in? Come and join the Sefton Adult Social Care team   Adult Social Care in Sefton is made up of over 450 talented people (as of September 2025), working across a wide range of teams. ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

Sefton Adult Social Care Teams  There are lots of different teams working in Adult Social Care at Sefton Council who can support you with your care. The First Contact Team The First Contact Team work with ...

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

Sefton Council provide Day Opportunities at four venues across Sefton. They provide a range of services designed to support adults with a variety of needs during the day, including day centres and community-based ...

Last updated: 8 Sept 2025

Eligibility Criteria Background The Community Transition Fund has been developed to assist community organisations on a one off basis in developing resilience within Sefton’s communities. Projects should ...

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Senior Leadership Team Phil Porter - Chief Executive Executive Directors Andrea Watts - Executive Director - Operations and Partnerships  Stephen Watson - Executive Director of Regeneration, Economy and ...

Last updated: 6 Oct 2025

Equality Impact Assessments Equality Impact Assessments (EIAs) are an important tool in demonstrating how we as a Council have paid, and are paying, due regard to the public sector equality duty.Equality ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Who is an Adult Carer? Anyone could be an Adult Carer – a Adult Carer is someone over the age of 18 who provides care to someone who couldn’t manage without their help. This could include a friend,partner ...

Last updated: 4 Jun 2025

Crosby Investment Strategy Crosby Village is a key town centre and community hub in Sefton. In 2015 the Crosby Investment Strategy was produced to develop a vibrant and exciting centre of community life ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Littering is a Criminal Offence It is a criminal offence to throw down, drop or otherwise deposit and leave any materials associated with smoking, drinking, eating or anything else in the open air. The ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council Adult Social Care Vision We want people who live in Sefton to live a quality life, as independently as possible for as long as possible. If and when they need it, we want people to have ...

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

Our Future, Our Bootle - Bootle Area Action Plan ‘Our Future, Our Bootle’ is an Area Action Plan (AAP) which sets out a clear vision for the town and the wider area for the next two decades and beyond. An ...

Last updated: 11 Feb 2026

To many members of the public the welfare benefit system can appear daunting and complex. As a result each year millions of pounds in benefits go unclaimed. To ensure that people claim their full entitlement ...

Last updated: 23 Sept 2025

Online 'My Account' service My Account enables Sefton residents to view and manage their Benefit claim via a safe and secure online portal using a smartphone, laptop or desktop computer. To register for ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2026

The Make A Difference (MAD) Group are care experienced young people who work closely with Sefton Council to support the improvement and development of services for our cared for children and care experienced ...

Last updated: 2 Apr 2025

We’ll support you in lots of ways to stay physically and mentally healthy by offering:A Health Passport (also known as a Health Journal) containing key information from your childhood (for example, when ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

We spoke with Kevin McBlain, who is the Finance Manager for Education, Schools and SEND/Early Years services. Kevin told us about his time at Sefton Council as he approaches his half-century...  Hi Kevin! ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

  A public consultation was held on the Southport Eastern Access Improvement scheme in two stages. Both stages used the same information, with key stakeholders being offered a meeting or in person visits to ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

  A public consultation was held on the Southport Eastern Access Improvement scheme in two stages. Both stages used the same information, with key stakeholders being offered a meeting or in person visits to ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

  Important Information These design proposals have since had minor updates following public engagement feedback and technical officer advice. Our proposals for Maritime Corridor Improvements are ...

Last updated: 15 May 2025

Recreation Mitigation Scheme   Liverpool City Region and West Lancashire Recreation Mitigation on the Coast Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) Scoping Report The Councils in the Liverpool City Region ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Community Employment and volunteering Sefton Council is committed to improving the lives of people with mental health needs and learning disabilities. Employment and volunteering opportunities gives people ...

Last updated: 9 Apr 2025

Every quarter, Sefton Council will take a closer look at an area of the Growth and Strategic Investment Programme. The current focus is on consultation. Spotlight on: Consultation ‘Our Future, Our Bootle’ ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

In a first for the North West, Sefton Council has launched the Caring Business Charter alongside local businesses, partners and care experienced young people. The Charter represents a commitment from local ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Why do we need to make space for water? The Pool Watercourse catchment area surrounds the historic flow path of The Pool watercourse. Urban development has encroached on the watercourse, resulting in much ...

Last updated: 5 Mar 2025

Sefton Borough has a legacy of land contamination as a consequence of historical industrial land uses that varies significantly in its nature and extent across the Borough. The range of industries is extensive ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The following have been accredited by Sefton Council as Accredited Agents under the Sefton Planning Agents Accreditation Scheme 2020.   Andrew Cunningham Building Design28 Union Street, Southport, Merseyside, ...

Last updated: 25 Sept 2025

Botanic Gardens Community Association (BGCA) launch heritage match-funding appeal To mark the 150th anniversary of Southport’s Botanic Gardens, the Botanic Gardens Community Association is launching a ...

Last updated: 16 Jun 2025

Overview including exemptions This website provides only a general summary regarding BNG. There is a range of national policy, guidance, requirements and further information on BNG, see for example the ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Water pollution is the contamination of streams, lakes, underground water or the sea by substances harmful to living things. The major water pollutants are chemical, biological or physical materials that ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

The Empty Homes Plan 2025-2030 builds on the previous Empty Homes Strategy.  It sets out clear objectives on how the Council and its partners aim to tackle and reduce the number of longer term empty properties ...

Last updated: 16 Jun 2025

Our social media accounts are monitored between 9am and 5pm.  Please don't be offended if we don't 'like' or 'follow' you on social media. Just because we like or follow someone, retweet a post or share ...

Last updated: 23 Mar 2026

To reach our Contact Centre, please call us on 0345 140 0845, or complete the online contact form or make an enquiry by email contact@sefton.gov.uk  We also respond to queries on social media.  Opening ...

Last updated: 3 Mar 2026

New Supplementary Planning Documents Consultation The Council are working on some new Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs) and Information Notes to support the policies in the adopted Local Plan. The ...

Last updated: 26 Mar 2026

From Wednesday 1st April, 2026, all local councils are operating a new scheme called the Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF). Through the CRF, the Government will provide Sefton Council with funds so that ...

Last updated: 1 Apr 2026

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) Starting in 2023 The Care Quality Commission became responsible for monitoring, assessing and regulating all Local Council Adult Social Care Services. At the end of each ...

Last updated: 5 Aug 2025

If you are in care at the moment, your Personal Adviser (PA) will support you with getting ready to leave care, including finding somewhere to call home. Information on where you are going to live will ...

Last updated: 20 Aug 2025

What is Modern Slavery? Modern slavery is the recruitment, movement, harbouring or receiving of children, women or men through the use of force, coercion, abuse of vulnerability, deception or other means ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Please note that the Insurance Team is currently not office based, and therefore claims and queries should be directed to insurance@sefton.gov.uk  unless otherwise specified below. The Team can also be ...

Last updated: 6 Mar 2026

Report an issueTo report a faulty traffic signal or timing problem, please fill in the traffic light fault report form (below) or call Sefton Council on 0345 140 0845. For out of Hours emergencies ...

Last updated: 22 Jan 2026

Important Notice As of April 1st, 2024 Sefton Council ceased operation of its Park and Ride service after a significant decline in users. After a significant reduction in demand for the Park and Ride service ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Sefton Council are working in Partnership with Sustrans to develop, with local people, the first ever Liveable Neighbourhood in the Liverpool City Region.    Liveable Neighbourhoods are healthier, happier, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

For many, a funeral provides a focal point during the first days of grieving the loss of a loved one. As times passes, having somewhere to visit and remember loved ones can be an important consideration ...

Last updated: 13 Feb 2026

Accessibility of Council Information. People who live, visit and work in Sefton need different ways for us to communicate with them.  This could be because of a disability, sensory loss or the difference ...

Last updated: 9 Jul 2025

Derby Park is located within 10 minutes walk from Bootle town centre. The park was built in 1895 and is an excellent example of an urban Victorian park. It is a very important cultural asset and this has ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Council are currently consulting the public on our draft SEND Strategy to make sure it reflects the needs of our community.  Background Reading To help you participate, there are some documents ...

Last updated: 10 Feb 2025

Phase 1 - Dunnings Bridge Road & Netherton Way

Last updated: 11 Nov 2025

Conservation and Heritage Sefton’s heritage is important to its identity.  Southport’s cast iron verandahs, the shrimper’s cottages in Churchtown, Formby’s pinewoods and Bootle’s industrial areas and docks ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

A Business Improvement District (BID) is a geographical area which the local businesses have voted to invest collectively to improve their environment. BIDs provide additional or improved services as identified ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Business Improvement District A Business Improvement District (BID) is a geographical area which the local businesses have voted to invest collectively to improve their environment. BIDs provide additional ...

Last updated: 1 May 2025

The Community Foundation for Merseyside, in partnership with Sefton Council and Sefton CVS, is looking after a fundraising appeal for all those affected by the tragic events of July. The Southport Strong ...

Last updated: 18 Sept 2024

The Enterprise Arcade project reaffirms Sefton Council and its partners’ commitment to maximising the potential of the digital, creative and technological sectors in Southport. While the current operation ...

Last updated: 21 Aug 2024

If you have limited space at home to grow your own vegetables, fruit or flowers, you may want to consider an allotment. There are 14 sites in Sefton. Some sites are managed by the Council and others are ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2024

Sefton Catering Services are a dedicated service for primary and secondary schools across Sefton. Our vision is that every pupil has access to a nutritionally balanced food offer throughout the school ...

Last updated: 6 Sept 2024

Finances can dictate how your calendar month goes. If you budget and spend money wisely you will be in a good cycle and better position long term. Whereas if you don’t budget you can struggle tremendously, ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

Financial, legal and welfare support  Are you worried about your own or a loved one’s memory, changes in personality, behaviour, and language?  Please make an appointment to see your GP to talk through ...

Last updated: 8 Sept 2025

Housing should provide a secure foundation for individuals to live the lives they want to live. Finding the right home, in the right place, can be an essential platform for people seeking to support their ...

Last updated: 10 Feb 2026

If you suspect people are having to sleep rough in Sefton, you can help us by contacting Sefton Council’s commissioned Rough Sleeper Outreach Team, Light for Life on 01704 501256 or 07918 746042. Please ...

Last updated: 22 Jul 2025

This was our third conference focused on childhood poverty. Tackling childhood poverty is core to achieving all of our priorities and remains firmly at the centre of everything we do.  We came together ...

Last updated: 13 Aug 2024

We hold records of all births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships that have taken place in Sefton. If a birth, death, marriage or civil partnership took place in a geographical area outside of Sefton, ...

Last updated: 10 Sept 2025

We are committed to developing a culture of understanding and supporting co-production. We recognise that adults, children, and young people are involved because of what they know, their lived experience ...

Last updated: 25 Mar 2026

Dementia Support Groups   CRISP (Carer Information and Support Programme)   Alzheimer’s Society Sefton  Are you concerned about your finances? Do you have access to good quality information? Do you worry ...

Last updated: 8 Sept 2025

Adult Social Care Day Opportunities Consultation Your Day, Your Say consultation update On the 24th June 2021, Sefton Council agreed that Adult Social Care would undertake a day services consultation, ...

Last updated: 4 Feb 2026

Residents, businesses and visitors are now being invited to have their say on proposals that include new access routes and highway improvements. In addition, there will be improvements to car parks and ...

Last updated: 8 Oct 2024

Upcoming awareness campaigns World Environment Day – Thursday 5 June 2025 Tens of millions of people participate online and through in-person activities, events and actions around the world. Republic of ...

Last updated: 12 Aug 2025

What is the Eco Savers League? The Eco Savers League is a chance for all schools in Sefton to take part in a friendly competition that not only showcases the good work they already do environmentally but ...

Last updated: 10 Feb 2026

At the Autumn Statement on 22nd November 2023. The Chancellor announced the introduction of Improvement Relief with effect from 1st April 2024. This relief has been devised to support businesses seeking ...

Last updated: 11 Jun 2025

Here, we meet Marie Carney, a Graphic Designer with the Communications and Engagement Team. Marie was nominated because by a colleague who she went the extra mile to support. You may even recognise her ...

Last updated: 7 Nov 2025

A spectacular light, sound and water show could soon be built on Southport’s Marine Lake.   The ‘Light Fantastic’ lake animation will be unique in the UK, creating a new visitor attraction that will be ...

Last updated: 21 Aug 2024

A spectacular light, sound and water show could soon be built on Southport’s Marine Lake.   The ‘Light Fantastic’ lake animation will be unique in the UK, creating a new visitor attraction that will be ...

Last updated: 21 Aug 2024

Sefton Council has launched a new ten year Visitor Economy Strategy, giving the Borough’s incredible Tourism sector an ambitious blueprint as one of the UK’s leading coastal destinations. The strategy’s ...

Last updated: 18 Mar 2026

Important information to accompany your bill Explanatory Notes Please see Explanatory Notes under the section Viewing your bill online. Viewing your bill online If you are viewing your Business Rates bill ...

Last updated: 12 Mar 2026

The Welfare Reform Act 2012 changed the law regarding the way financial help for working age customers on a low-income, who rented their homes was calculated and paid.  Under the new rules, help with rent ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025

What is the Town Deal? The Town Deal Fund seeks local communities to determine how the money should be spent to boost growth, through innovative regeneration plans. The Southport Town Deal Board, convened ...

Last updated: 17 Feb 2025

How to pay your bill Business Rates is usually paid in 10 monthly instalments. However the Council will allow you to pay over a maximum of 12 monthly instalments, with the last instalment due in March. ...

Last updated: 16 Dec 2025

National Offer Day information for secondary school places 2026Monday 2nd March 2026 is National Offer Day for secondary school places, for pupils transferring from Year 6 to start secondary school in ...

Last updated: 27 Feb 2026

Skip permits If you wish to place a builder's skip on any part of the highway a permit is required. Otherwise, you may be liable to prosecution and a fine.  Apply online for a skip permit giving details ...

Last updated: 13 May 2025

How to check the council tax band for your property The band for your property is shown on your council tax bill above the charge details – look for the words 'Annual Charges for Council Tax Band'. You ...

Last updated: 9 Sept 2025