Hale (electoral ward)

Hale is an electoral ward within the Metropolitan Borough of Knowsley in Merseyside, England. It forms part of the Halewood South division and is represented by three councillors on Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council.

The ward covers the area generally known as Hale Village, located on the northern bank of the River Mersey. Hale is one of the oldest settlements in Knowsley and retains a distinct village character.

As an electoral ward, Hale is used for local elections, determining the representation of the area on the local council. The boundaries and population of the ward are subject to periodic review and adjustment. The demographic makeup of Hale is typically monitored through census data and other sources of information collected by Knowsley Council and national statistics agencies. Key local issues impacting the ward include local planning and development, preservation of the village's heritage, transport links, and environmental concerns related to its riverside location. The ward's elected councillors represent the interests of Hale residents within the wider context of Knowsley Council's policies and decision-making processes.