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Tree Felling has taken place today on Chapel Lane in Formby

The felling of the one agreed tree took place today on Chapel Lane in Formby when Council workmen scaled the tree and chopped it. Workmen...

Mar 6, 20182 min read

Sefton Council start work to fell the agreed ONE tree on Chapel Lane

So the day has arrived when the ONE TREE in our village is to be felled. The work was underway this morning when Emma Hobbs sent us this...

Mar 5, 20182 min read

MP fights for fairer trade and calls for Britain to "lead the way"

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson called for Britain to lead the way in ethical trade during Fairtrade Fortnight. The MP, who is also a...

Mar 5, 20183 min read

Tree Experts agree on a way forward with the Chapel Lane Trees in Formby

Tree Experts finally agree on a way forward with Sefton Council regarding the Chapel Lane Trees in Formby. A spokesman for Sefton Council...

Mar 2, 20182 min read

Labour candidate calls for National Trust parking issue to be addressed

Labour Council candidate Carol Richards met with representatives of the National Trust to discuss ways to improve access and enjoyment of...

Feb 28, 20182 min read

"Too many families must choose between heating and eating," says Sefton Central MP

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson has hit out at the Government over its failure to address fuel poverty as more than 3,000 households in...

Feb 27, 20182 min read

Meeting called over trees on Chapel Lane

Sefton Council have called for a meeting with tree experts to discuss independent inspection findings regarding trees in Chapel Lane,...

Feb 20, 20181 min read

Firefighters and Councillors help ‘Save A Heart’ in Southport this Valentine’s Day

Firefighters from Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) will join Sefton councillors in distributing signs to Southport businesses to...

Feb 13, 20182 min read

Have your say on changes to Sefton’s gambling & licensing policies

Sefton Council wants to hear residents’ views on its revised Licensing and Gambling policies which will come into effect later this year....

Feb 7, 20181 min read

Concerned residents want something done about Fly Tipping which is out of control on the New Causewa

Fly-tipping in our Bubble is unsightly with disregard for the community. This pile of rubbish has been dumped on the New Causeway Road. A...

Feb 6, 20182 min read

A poem about the Formby Village Trees by Joan Rimmer

Our Village Trees For a hundred years they've stood there, Majestic and supreme, Enhancement to our Village, A true arboreal dream....

Feb 6, 20181 min read

Members of the public are welcome at the Parish Council meeting tonight when the felling of the vill

A very crowded meeting is expected tonight at the Formby Parish Council meeting which is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and you should attend if the...

Feb 6, 20183 min read

MP backs fight against fracking

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson met with anti-fracking campaigners to support their fight against plans to drill for shale gas on the...

Feb 6, 20181 min read

MP takes the chair in support of older people in Formby

SEFTON Central MP Bill Esterson was put through his paces both physically and politically as he met with older people in Formby. The MP...

Jan 29, 20182 min read

MP meets with senior police to discuss burglary crime across borough

MP meets with senior police to discuss burglary crime across borough Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson met with the borough’s senior police...

Jan 24, 20183 min read

MP slams Government over crisis at Southport & Formby hospital

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson has called on the Government to “stand aside to save the NHS”. After dozens of patients were forced to...

Jan 9, 20182 min read

Redrow get the green light for 99 homes in the Andrews Lane development

Controversial amended plans to build nearly 100 homes in Formby has now been approved with conditions. Sefton Council decided on the...

Dec 19, 20178 min read

Planning application submitted for 10-pump petrol station and drive-thru cafe after demolition of We

A planning application has been submitted to Sefton Council for the demolition of the Weld Blundell Pub on the Formby Bypass and to erect...

Dec 16, 20171 min read

MP slams ‘cruel’ puppy smugglers bringing dogs into the North West

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson has warned against buying dogs from unregulated dealers, saying unscrupulous breeders are inflicting...

Dec 8, 20173 min read

Masterplan has been accepted by Sefton Council for at least 319 new homes to be built off Liverpool

The developers have submitted a Masterplan which has been accepted by Sefton Council to build at least 319 houses on Liverpool Road in...

Dec 5, 20172 min read

MP backs local firms on Small Business Saturday

Sefton Central MP and Labour's Shadow Business and International Trade Minister, Bill Esterson met with small businesses as part of the...

Dec 5, 20173 min read

Sefton Central MP warms to homes campaign

No family should have to choose between heating and eating this winter, says Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson. The MP is backing National...

Dec 1, 20172 min read

MP steps up efforts to warn of harm of drinking during pregnancy

Sefton Central MP Bill Esterson is furthering his efforts to help protect babies from the effects of excessive alcohol consumption during...

Nov 27, 20172 min read

North End Lane Hightown Bends closed today

North End Lane Hightown Bends closed today for a BT pole for a customer, a diversion route has been put in place through North End Lane...

Nov 27, 20171 min read

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Outrage After Fire Is Started In Formby Woods At Popular Children’s Outdoor Centre

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Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed by police

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Two Men, Smashed CCTV and Abandoned Van Spark Police Probe in Formby

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Nigel Farage Visits Formby Ahead of Local Elections

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Huge Emergency Response at Formby’s Lifeboat Road This Morning

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Life Saving Cancer Screenings Cancelled After Reckless Car Park Incident in Formby

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Dramatic video footage from the rescue this morning

Mar 201 min read

Police Crack Down in Formby and Hightown After Surge in Anti Social Behaviour and Illegal E Bikes

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Dramatic Rescue at Formby Beach as Woman Found Alive After Major Emergency Response

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Emergency Call Outs for Coastal Rescue Teams Including Formby Beach Incident

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Children’s A&E Services to Move to Southport Hospital Under New NHS Plan

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Formby Man Spared Jail After Violent Crime Spree Left Pensioner Seriously Injured

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Police remain on site at Three Tuns Lane and are now appealing for witnesses to a serious assault

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Significant Emergency Response in Formby Yesterday Afternoon

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One Gentleman, One Diva, and One Unbelievable Council Saga!

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Dec 5, 2025

Thankyou Mr Angry Big 4x4 driver who couldn't wait a couple of minutes for me to back in safely!

Nov 9, 2025

Debate Grows Over Tree Clearance at Lifeboat Road Formby

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Nov 5, 2025

You brought your rubbish - Take it home with you!!!

Oct 13, 2025

Colette Gunter Estate Agents closes its doors after over 30 years in Formby

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Aug 28, 2025

Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed today with Diversion in Place

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Ince Woods route set to close for nearly three weeks in major disruption for Formby and Liverpool commuters

One of the area’s most important connecting routes is set to close for nearly three weeks, in what is expected to cause significant disruption for thousands of drivers travelling between Formby and Liverpool. Moor Lane in Ince Blundell, known locally as the road through Ince Woods, will be shut in both directions from 15th June until 3rd July to allow essential carriageway reconstruction works to take place. The closure will directly impact anyone travelling from Formby towar

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Coastal Road Closure for Southport Triathlon today

Coastal Road Closure for Southport Triathlon.

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Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed today with Diversion in Place

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U turn on Ince Woods closure as Sefton Council scales back roadworks after public backlash

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Ince Woods route set to close for nearly three weeks in major disruption for Formby and Liverpool commuters

One of the area’s most important connecting routes is set to close for nearly three weeks, in what is expected to cause significant disruption for thousands of drivers travelling between Formby and Liverpool. Moor Lane in Ince Blundell, known locally as the road through Ince Woods, will be shut in both directions from 15th June until 3rd July to allow essential carriageway reconstruction works to take place. The closure will directly impact anyone travelling from Formby towar