@MerseyHack

BBC News reporter and presenter in North West England & occasionally elsewhere. Instagram: andygillbbc

 Liverpool/Manchester/The North
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Joined November 2010
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Inside the Victorian tunnels behind Merseyrail closures bbc.in/4zAEcPG

Merseyrail Hunts Cross line closure: Why tunnels need repairs

Waterproofing Victorian tunnels aims to stop leaks damaging the railway's power supply.

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Domestic abuse charity backs new women's court bbc.in/3TZePYz

Wirral domestic abuse charity backs new women's court

The new court aims to offer wraparound support for women, the government says.

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Princess Anne unveils plaque for UK's first female neurosurgeon bbc.in/4zpBTPn

Princess Anne unveils plaque for UK's first female neurosurgeon

Diana Beck was credited with saving the life of Winnie-the-Pooh author AA Milne in 1952.

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Veteran presented with war medal on 100th birthday bbc.in/4eeexUz

Veteran presented with war medal on 100th birthday

Getting her medal was the only thing Irene Cavanagh wanted on her big day, her family say.

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Huyton crash victims died of 'multiple injuries' bbc.in/461VJ6t

Huyton crash victims died of 'multiple injuries'

Inquests opened but were suspended until criminal proceedings against a survivor conclude.

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Synagogue attacker's friend 'a committed jihadist' bbc.in/4pAn9cS

Synagogue attacker's friend 'a committed jihadist', court told

Mohammad Bashir drove Al-Shamie to a military base for hostile reconnaissance, a court hears.

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The @WirralStudios tour takes place this weekend artscityliverpool.com/single…

Wirral Open Studio Tour 2026 showcases work of almost 100 artists

Wirral artists are throwing open their studios and workspaces to visitors this weekend.Almost 100 artists are taking part in the 16th edition of the Wirral Open Studio Tour which runs on Friday and...

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'Neet labels people as absent - which they are not' bbc.in/4ucuEY1

Mental health charity says 'Neet' wrongly labels people as absent

A mental health charity says people are being stigmatised by the language used around unemployment.

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Sefton Central MP @Bill_Esterson is urging police to tow away illegally parked cars close to Formby beach where 15-year-old Chiedza Nyanjowa drowned last month. Read more here:
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Tow away illegally parked cars at busy beach, says MP bbc.in/4elZmJA

Call for crackdown on illegally parked cars at popular Formby beach

An MP is calling for action on cars near Formby beach in Merseyside after a 15-year-old girl's death.

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Adoptive dad denies making up story about baby's death bbc.in/4uywtje

Jamie Varley denies making up story about how Preston Davey died

Jamie Varley denies sexually abusing and murdering 13-month-old adopted son Preston Davey.

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Makerfield by-election interview with Labour's Andy Burnham bbc.in/43kYL4t

Makerfield by-election interview with Labour's Andy Burnham

Labour candidate Andy Burnham takes questions in a series talking to candidates in the Makerfield by-election.

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Today I am getting my niche political kicks out of watching people discuss what a "wool" is and whether Andy Burnham is one - or is he a Scouser, a Manc, "from leafy Cheshire", metropolitan elite or something else. He's definitely an Evertonian though, of that there is no doubt!
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Nursery worker grabbed baby by arm in 'reckless act' bbc.in/42yJD3k

Wirral nursery worker grabbed baby by arm in 'reckless act'

Elizabeth Adeagbo was convicted of assault after a colleague saw her grab the boy by the arm.

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What did you make of the local election results in the Liverpool City Region? I’m chatting about them with @snellyradio between now and 11 @bbcmerseyside Have your say! 📞0800 731 9333
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May Morris has her well-deserved turn in the spotlight in this new exhibition which opens @LeverArtGallery tomorrow artscityliverpool.com/single…

May Morris in the spotlight at Lady Lever Art Gallery

Lady Lever Art Gallery is shining a spotlight on the life and work of May Morris in an exhibition dedicated to the pioneering artist, artisan and designer.May Morris: Crafting a Legacy runs at the...

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Absolutely LOVED writing this about access to #grassrootsfootball in Liverpool! Thanks to Mike for contacting #BBCyourvoice You can see more on @bbcnwt this evening at 6.30! ⚽️ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy41…

'Kids should have easier access to grassroots football'

Mike Reid, brother of Everton legend Peter, urges the biggest clubs to do more to help kids' football.

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Today is the 33rd anniversary of the day the IRA bombed Warrington town centre and killed my son Tim and 3 yr old Johnathan Ball. Words can never describe how losing a child leaves a huge hole in your heart and your family. Eternal love Tim ❤️❤️
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Coroner 'not satisfied' Hatton intended suicide bbc.in/47FXlnO

Coroner 'not satisfied' Ricky Hatton intended to take own life

Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton was found "unresponsive" at his home in September.

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Been telling this story since 2017.. and before that! The mayor mentioned asking the chancellor for funding almost as soon as Labour won the election in 2024. The will to make this project happen is undeniable… BUT is the government going to cough up £50m? Watch this space
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Mayor seeks government backing for film studios bbc.in/4qPfN4d

Mayor seeks government backing for Liverpool film studios

Metro mayor Steve Rotheram hopes the government will help fund the Littlewoods TV and film project.

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