SOME residents in Knowsley have been hit by a power cut today.

Households in the L34 postcode, around the area of Knowsley Village have lost electricity supplies.

Scottish Power says this is due to a "fault". The matter was reported to them at 8.41am.

It is expected for power to be restored by 6pm today.

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In a statement, Scottish Power said: "We are aware of a fault in your area. If you require more information please call us on: Cheshire, Merseyside, North Wales and North Shropshire: 0800 001 5400."

Which postcodes affected are affected?

L34, L340BA, L340BB, L346JW, L349BD, L349EN, L349ER, L349ES