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A Moment to Celebrate — and Look Forward
Photo: Christopher Thomond (the Guardian) The Board of Trustees today announces that His Honour Judge Mark Halliwell has issued a judgment in response to Anthony McGann’s application for permission to appeal an earlier decision of the High Court, in which the winding-up petition he presented against the Charity was dismissed. Judge Halliwell ruled: “Permission to appeal is refused on the basis that an appeal would have no real prospect of success and there is no other reason,
Jan 20


Statement on the Closure of the Regulatory Compliance Case into the Eldonian Community Based Housing Association
Photo: Christopher Thomond (the Guardian) The Eldonian Community Trust acknowledges the recent announcement by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) that it has closed its Regulatory Compliance case into the Eldonian Community Based Housing Association (ECBHA). While we respect the Regulator’s role, the Charity does not support the decision to close the case at this time. For several years, residents of Eldonian Village have raised serious concerns about governance, accountab
Dec 19, 2025


The Eldonian Community Trust Welcomes Guardian Coverage
This month marked an important milestone for our community. The Guardian has today published a feature exploring the story of how the Eldonian Community Trust emerged from a difficult period and secured its future. The piece follows the journey from uncertainty to renewed purpose, and highlights the people who helped guide the charity through a critical moment. Trustees Maureen Price, Brian Jones and William Little being photographed in Eldonian Village as part of The Guardi
Nov 30, 2025


High Court Dismisses Winding-Up Petition Against Eldonian Community Trust
Sunday 2nd November 2025 This is an important update on the Winding-Up Petition brought against the Charity by Mr Anthony Edward McGann. The Trustees are pleased to report that on Friday (31 October 2025), the petition to wind up the charity was dismissed by His Honour Judge Halliwell. The judgement was delivered in open court. It follows the hearing held in the High Court of Justice (Manchester Business and Property Court) last month on 14th October. The petition has no
Nov 2, 2025


⚽ Half Term Football Tournament – A Brilliant Week for Our Community
A fantastic week of football, partnership and community pride. Photo: Kris D’Août This half term, the Eldonian Community Trust was proud to host a vibrant and energetic football tournament that brought young people together from across the estate. The pitches were alive with excitement from the very first game, with players showing determination, skill and a genuine love for the sport. The tournament was professionally facilitated by Forward Thinking Coaching, whose coaches d
Feb 19


Rebuilding with Transparency: Our Response to Today’s Liverpool Post Article
Trustees: Brian Jones, Maureen Price and Susan Peters pictured in an Article by The Post. Photo: Kris D’Août The Eldonian Community Trust notes today’s article published by The Liverpool Post regarding recent developments within the Charity and the wider Eldonian community. We appreciate the public interest in understanding the progress made since the appointment of a wholly new Board of Trustees earlier this year. Our Chair, Lord Chris Rennard, has issued the fol
Nov 15, 2025


Trustees’ Statement Concerning the Eldonian Village Hall
Wednesday, 12 November 2025 Dear Residents, We are aware that the Eldonian Community Based Housing Association (ECBHA) has stated its intention to obtain vacant possession of the Eldonian Village Hall on 15 November 2025 from Eldonian Leisure Ltd, which was formerly a wholly owned subsidiary of the Charity. The Eldonian Community Trust is in active communication with the Regulator of Social Housing, the Charity Commission, and Liverpool City Council regarding this matter. We
Nov 12, 2025


Trustee's Statement - Winding-Up Petition Hearing Concerning the Charity
Friday, 3 October 2025 Eldonian Community Trust Limited (the “Charity”) is presently the subject of winding-up proceedings in the High...
Oct 3, 2025


Trustees’ Statement Concerning the Former Trinity Primary School Site
Wednesday, 10 September 2025 Dear Residents, We are aware of recent correspondence circulated by Councillor(s) Lisa Gaughn and Assan...
Sep 10, 2025


Your Voice Matters: A Look Back at Our First Community Drop-In
On Saturday 17 May 2025, something meaningful took place at Our Lady of Reconciliation Church in the heart of our community. It wasn’t a...
May 19, 2025


The First Eldonian Community Trust Cup Final: A Day of Pride, Purpose, and Possibility
Under-12s Cup Final at William Collins Playing Field – Eldonian Community Trust, 17 May 2025 Saturday 17 May 2025 was more than a sunny afternoon of children’s football. It was a moment of togetherness — a celebration of who we are, where we’ve come from, and where we’re going as a community. Since 1987, the Eldonian Community Trust has stood for opportunity, resilience, and collective strength. This Cup Final was a statement of intent: that we are back, stronger, and more co
May 18, 2025


Statement on behalf of the Eldonian Community Trust
Statement from the Eldonian Community Trust 10 April 2025 The Eldonian Community Trust wishes to inform the public of a recent...
Apr 10, 2025


Memorandum & Articles of Association
Discover the Eldonian Community Trust's Memorandum and Articles of Association.
Mar 29, 2025


A New Dawn for the Eldonian Community Trust
Liverpool Skyline - Eldonian Community Trust Thank You for Supporting the Eldonian Community Trust At the Eldonian Community Trust, we...
Mar 27, 2025
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