Junk food adverts are shaping what Liverpool children want to eat, report finds
Children and young people in Liverpool say they are surrounded by adverts for fast food, sugary drinks and snacks, with some reporting that the adverts make them feel hungry even when they were not hungry before. A new report, funded by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team and produced by Health Equalities Group, has explored
Shops lose licences after selling illegal goods
Two shops on West Derby Road, Tuebrook, have had their premises licenses revoked after Liverpool City Council discovered they were selling illicit tobacco products.
Liverpool Recovery Month celebrates diverse recovery experiences
The final week of Liverpool Recovery Month will explore how gender, sexuality, identity and lived experience can shape recovery. Events will bring residents together through coffee mornings, creative activities, films, walks and alcohol-free social events. The week will celebrate the strength and achievements of women, men, trans, non-binary and gender-diverse people, including people from Liverpool’s
Arts Council England supports major new community commission for River of Light 2026
A major new artwork celebrating the power of community is set to join this year’s River of Light programme, thanks to support from Arts Council England. Celebrated artist Murugiah has been commissioned to create a brand-new installation, titled ‘Together’, inspired by the theme of River of Light 2026. The commission has been made possible with
Liverpool residents help boost recycling rates
Liverpool residents are helping the city boost its recycling rates, according to latest figures.
Liverpool service helping residents access contraception closer to home wins national award
A Liverpool service that is making it easier for residents to access contraception in their local community has won a national pharmacy award. The Liverpool Community Pharmacy Implant Service, delivered through a partnership between Liverpool City Council, Axess Sexual Health and Green Lane Pharmacy, was named Health Initiative of the Year at the C+D Awards
