Bbc liverpool news

Here are the latest news stories from BBC Liverpool:

Top Stories

• Merseyrail strike: Trains cancelled as staff walk out - Thousands of commuters are facing disruption as Merseyrail staff go on strike over a dispute about the introduction of driver-only operated trains.
• Liverpool FC: Reds' title hopes boosted by win over Chelsea - Liverpool's hopes of winning the Premier League title have been boosted after a 2-0 win over Chelsea at Anfield.
• Hillsborough disaster: Families of victims to receive compensation - The families of the 96 people who died in the Hillsborough disaster are to receive compensation from the South Yorkshire Police and Sheffield Wednesday Football Club.

Local News

• Liverpool's new £1bn hospital opens its doors - The new Royal Liverpool Hospital has officially opened its doors, with patients being treated in the state-of-the-art facility for the first time.
• Sefton Council to cut 150 jobs due to budget cuts - Sefton Council has announced plans to cut 150 jobs as part of a bid to save £20m from its budget.
• Liverpool's Albert Dock to host new £10m visitor centre - A new £10m visitor centre is to be built at Albert Dock, which will tell the story of Liverpool's maritime history and its role in the transatlantic slave trade.

Sport

• Liverpool FC: Reds' title hopes boosted by win over Chelsea - Liverpool's hopes of winning the Premier League title have been boosted after a 2-0 win over Chelsea at Anfield.
• Everton FC: Toffees' relegation fears grow after defeat to Bournemouth - Everton's relegation fears have grown after a 3-1 defeat to Bournemouth at Goodison Park.
• Liverpool Rugby Club: Reds secure promotion to National League 2 North - Liverpool Rugby Club has secured promotion to National League 2 North after finishing top of the North 1 West league.

Weather

• Weather forecast: Sunny spells and scattered showers - The weather in Liverpool is expected to be sunny with scattered showers today, with temperatures reaching a high of 12C (54F).