When was the Parish Council established?
The Parish Council was established in 1894 and is the second tier of
local government in the area (Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council
is the first tier). Thus, the Parish Council is over 100 years old!
For information, Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council was created
in 1974 and is therefore a mere youth in comparison!

What area does the Parish Council cover?
The parish council boundary covers Knowsley Village, Stockbridge Village
and parts of the Hillside and Longview areas of Huyton.

In March 2006, the Parish Council had an electorate of 8,189.
There are currently almost 5,000 residential properties in the parish.

How is the Parish Council funded?
The vast majority of the Parish Council income is raised by “precepting”
an annual levy upon Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council.
The precept is determined (usually in January) by the service provision
of the Parish Council. The precept changes from year to year.
The Parish precept can be viewed by studying the Annual Report.

Does the Parish Council ever meet?
The Parish Council meets regularly during the year. Meetings are held on
the third Thursday of every month (excluding August and December).
In addition, an Annual Parish Meeting is held in May of each year.
At this meeting, registered electors of the parish are encouraged to attend
AND vote on relevant matters.

Can I attend meetings?
ABSOLUTELY YES!!!! Further details of Council meetings can be
obtained by viewing the page devoted to the workings of the Council.

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