SEFTON BUBBLE

Merseyside Police is warning residents to be on their guard following a significant increase in losses from doorstep fraud, with bogus traders using increasingly sophisticated tactics to dupe vulnerable homeowners. Between July and September 2025, 35 doorstep frauds were reported across Merseyside via Action Fraud – only a slight increase from 34 in the previous quarter – but total losses have nearly tripled from almost £103,000 to just over £292,000. This substantial increas

Merseyrail has confirmed that trains between Southport and Hillside are currently cancelled or operating on a revised timetable due to a points failure at Southport station. During this disruption, all services will start and terminate at Hillside until further notice. Rail replacement buses are in operation between Hillside and Southport to ensure passengers can complete their journeys. Passengers are advised to check live departure boards and allow extra time for travel.