A strong and fair economy for all · 8 September 2026
Liverpool John Lennon Airport named one of the best in the UK once again
Named a Which? Recommended Provider for the fifth consecutive year
A strong and fair economy for all
Development · 8 September 2026
Overwhelming support for plans to transform Liverpool’s North Docks
More than 85% of respondents backed the creation of a Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC)
Health · 7 September 2026
Liverpool services come together to support recovery and wellbeing
Liverpool residents are invited to explore how looking after their wellbeing can support recovery during the second week of Recovery Month. Free community events will offer opportunities to meet local services, hear lived-experience stories and try activities including walking, gardening, yoga, meditation and peer support. Recovery means different things to different people. It could involve
Healthier lives for children and adults · 3 September 2026
Liverpool takes next step towards becoming a Good Food City
Liverpool’s food organisations, community groups, businesses and residents have come together for the launch of the next phase of the city’s Good Food Plan. The second Liverpool Good Food Summit, held at The Florrie on Thursday 3 September, celebrated the work already taking place across the city and explored how partners can work together to
Health · 3 September 2026
Residents encouraged to ‘Know Your Numbers’ with free blood pressure checks across Liverpool
Liverpool residents are being encouraged to take a few minutes for their health during Know Your Numbers! Week starting on Monday 7 September by attending one of the free blood pressure check events taking place across the city.
Community Safety · 3 September 2026
Emergency works see road closure in Anfield
Emergency works at Anfield property
Health · 31 August 2026
Real stories to challenge stigma during Liverpool Recovery Month
People rebuilding their lives following challenges with drugs, alcohol, gambling, smoking and mental wellbeing will be at the heart of Liverpool’s Recovery Month this September. The citywide campaign will share powerful lived-experience stories to challenge stigma, inspire hope and show residents that recovery is possible. Recovery Month is held every September to celebrate the achievements
Thriving communities · 28 August 2026
See Liverpool’s health through the eyes of its communities
Picture of Health exhibition is on tour around Liverpool. The next stop is Central Library, where we are inviting people to share in the experience and to tell us about their own picture of health. From Tuesday 1 to Monday 14 September 2026, the free exhibition explores one important question: “What does health mean to you?”. Residents can explore photographs taken
A strong and fair economy for all · 26 August 2026
New hub will help adults support children and young people experiencing self-harm
A new online resource has launched to help professionals respond with confidence and compassion when a child or young person is experiencing, or at risk of, self-harm. The Cheshire and Merseyside Self-Harm Professional Resource Hub provides clear, practical guidance for anyone who works with or regularly comes into contact with children and young people. Self-harm
A strong and fair economy for all · 24 August 2026
BLOG: Building the workforce of the future
Applications are currently open for the Liverpool Young Futures Apprenticeship Programme. It will create 29 paid apprenticeship opportunities for young Liverpool residents to earn, learn and build a career while making a difference in their city. Deputy Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Resources and Transformation, Cllr Ruth Bennett, explains why the council has
A strong and fair economy for all · 19 August 2026
Street Trading Opportunities in and around Everton Football Stadium (Hill Dickinson)
Liverpool City Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from traders wishing to operate within a proposed street trading area surrounding Everton Football Stadium.
A strong and fair economy for all · 17 August 2026
Liverpool’s visitor economy now worth close to £5 billion
Liverpool’s visitor economy grew 11.3% in 2025 and is now worth £4.87 billion.
A strong and fair economy for all · 14 August 2026
Restoration of Everton landmark takes major step forward as surveys and repair programme begin
The building is owned by Liverpool City Council and the restoration programme is being led by the council's Heritage team.
News · 7 August 2026
Liverpool reports early progress in tackling ketamine harms
Liverpool City Council and its partners are reporting strong early progress since launching the city’s Reducing Ketamine Harms Action Plan in March 2026. Developed in response to growing concerns about ketamine use, the action plan brings together health services, schools, community organisations, police and youth services to raise awareness, improve access to support and reduce
News · 4 August 2026
Liverpool families celebrate healthy habits success during Deputy Chief Medical Officer visit
Families from across Liverpool celebrated the positive changes they have made to their health and wellbeing when England’s Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Jeanelle de Gruchy, visited the city. As part of her visit, Dr de Gruchy attended a Liv Life Liverpool session at Our Lady Immaculate Primary School, where children and families who had
Development · 31 July 2026
Employment-led development set to bring jobs, homes and investment to Croxteth
Stonebridge Cross has long been identified as a strategic development site and has the potential to deliver significant new employment space, around 220 homes, local jobs and wider regeneration benefits
News · 31 July 2026
Liverpool calls for stronger action as gambling harms in city reach almost double national average
Liverpool is strengthening its campaign against gambling-related harm after research revealed that almost 12% of people who gamble in the city are experiencing gambling-related harm, nearly double the national average for England. The findings were at the centre of a citywide workshop bringing together health leaders, community organisations, gambling support services and people with lived experience to discuss how
Services · 29 July 2026
Liverpool residents helping build stronger evidence through community voice
Liverpool’s Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) has received positive feedback from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), praising its strong community engagement, commitment to evidence-informed decision-making and success in embedding research across Liverpool City Council. A key area highlighted during a recent NIHR visit was Liverpool’s innovative approach to involving residents in research through
A well-run council · 28 July 2026
Liverpool hospitals introduce Zero Alcohol Policy as Hospital Watch shows early success
University Hospitals of Liverpool Group is introducing a Zero Alcohol Policy across hospital sites as part of Hospital Watch, a pioneering partnership initiative developed by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team, working alongside NHS partners, Trading Standards and local licensed retailers to reduce alcohol-related harm, improve patient safety and support recovery. The programme was developed following concerns
Healthier lives for children and adults · 27 July 2026
Liverpool families urged to catch up on MMR and MMRV vaccinations this summer
Liverpool families are being encouraged to check their children’s vaccination records this summer and make sure they are up to date with their MMR or MMRV vaccinations, which protect against measles, mumps, and rubella. Children aged 12 months to 11 years who have missed an MMR or MMRV vaccination can catch up through their GP practice,
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