Simon Mulligan
Senior Reporter
Simon Mulligan is a senior reporter primarily covering news for the St Helens Star and Leigh Journal with a decade of experience in local and regional journalism. Simon works on news stories for the publications' online and print platforms, reporting on general news and covering topics including crime, court, human interest stories, business stories, planning developments and more. He has significant experience in covering cases at Liverpool Crown Court and has played a key role in the growth of the news titles' digital platforms. Simon is also adept at covering sport, particularly rugby league. Simon began working for the publications in July 2014 after having done a placement while studying for his NCTJ qualification, in which he achieved the Gold Standard. Simon became a senior reporter in 2016, following the completion of his NQJ qualification, and is also an English graduate from the University of Liverpool.
Simon Mulligan is a senior reporter primarily covering news for the St Helens Star and Leigh Journal with a decade of experience in local and regional journalism. Simon works on news stories for the publications' online and print platforms, reporting on general news and covering topics including crime, court, human interest stories, business stories, planning developments and more. He has significant experience in covering cases at Liverpool Crown Court and has played a key role in the growth of the news titles' digital platforms. Simon is also adept at covering sport, particularly rugby league. Simon began working for the publications in July 2014 after having done a placement while studying for his NCTJ qualification, in which he achieved the Gold Standard. Simon became a senior reporter in 2016, following the completion of his NQJ qualification, and is also an English graduate from the University of Liverpool.
Latest articles from Simon Mulligan
Man to face trial after denying theft and criminal damage charges
A MAN has been charged with theft and criminal damage.
New plans for ex-corner shop building approved
AN APPLICATION seeking permission to use a property as a house of multiple occupation has been passed.
New pedestrian crossing to be installed on busy gateway road
A PEDESTRIAN crossing on a busy gateway into the town centre is among planned improvement works as part of a community project.
Lucky bingo player wins £56k prize at Mecca St Helens
A LUCKY bingo player claimed a £56,000 prize at St Helens' Mecca last weekend.
Horse-drawn hearse takes 'inspirational' Mel on her final journey
A HOSE-DRAWN hearse took a much-loved funeral director on her final journey today.