In August 2007 an independent vote was held to determine if Everton fans were in favour of exploring a proposed move to a new stadium.

A majority of those supporters eligible to vote chose to move forward with plans to relocate to a new home in Kirkby.

Since then, work has been undertaken to ensure that the opportunity for the Club to open a new chapter in its existence is grasped.

In June 2008, plans for the new stadium were approved by Knowsley Borough Council's planning committee, in a near-unanimous vote.

Everton discovered in August 2008 that the project has been called-in for an inquiry by the Government which is set to delay the project. The inquiry commenced at the Kirkby Suite on Tuesday, November 18.

This section of the website charts the events surrounding 'The Kirkby Project' as well as dealing with the debate surrounding the proposed development.