Education · 26 May 2026
Liverpool schools to undergo summer works
Preparation works will take place during the May half-term, with the main programme scheduled between 20 July and 28 August
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A well-run council · 22 May 2026
Tobacco dog uncovers over 6,000 illicit cigarettes
One dog’s keen nose has helped Liverpool City Council to take action against a shop that was hiding thousands of illicit items.
public health · 20 May 2026
Liverpool recognised at national public health event
Liverpool City Council has received national recognition at the Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) Annual General Meeting, where its innovative and impactful approach to public health was highlighted among leaders from across the country. Liverpool’s Public Health Annual Report (PHAR) was celebrated during the AGM’s Annual Report session, with the city commended for its clear infographics
Development · 20 May 2026
Liverpool Central major revamp project sees council appoint design team to reimagine city gateway
This visionary 86-acre project aims to create a world-class transport hub to transform connectivity, drive regeneration, and unlock economic growth
Education · 19 May 2026
Liverpool launches citywide initiative to strengthen cardiac emergency readiness in schools
Liverpool City Council has launched a new citywide initiative to support schools in responding effectively to cardiac emergencies, with the first training session taking place today (Tuesday 19 May) at Rice Lane Primary School. The programme brings together Public Health, Education, School Improvement Liverpool (SIL), the Oliver King Foundation, and the Council’s Health and Safety
Healthier lives for children and adults · 14 May 2026
Liverpool City Council leads citywide approach to healthy screen use for children
Liverpool City Council has brought together partners from education, health, early years and youth services to develop a shared approach to supporting healthy screen use for children and young people across the city. At an event on Friday 1 May 2026, local organisations talked about what the evidence says on how screens and social media affect children’s
A well-run council · 14 May 2026
Reporting a street light issue is now even easier
The Council has made it easier and quicker for residents to report problems with streetlights.
Lord Mayor · 14 May 2026
Lord Mayor’s Diary
Follow the Lord Mayor’s diary, sharing events, visits, people and stories that celebrate Liverpool’s community and civic life.
Housing · 13 May 2026
Hundreds of empty Liverpool homes set to help families on council housing list
Liverpool City Council has launched a £7.3million Empty Homes Grant to help renovate properties that have been standing empty for at least a year.
A well-run council · 13 May 2026
New Lord Mayor of Liverpool to be sworn in
Liverpool’s new Lord Mayor will be sworn in today (Wednesday 13 May.)
Health · 8 May 2026
Liverpool unites to advocate for women’s health and drive system‑wide change
Today, Liverpool City Council brought together women, communities, health partners and leaders from across the city to advocate for improved women’s health and to begin the next phase of work to reduce long‑standing inequalities. The Women’s Health Conference brought women with lived experience together with community organisations, frontline professionals and system leaders to share evidence,
Heritage · 6 May 2026
Historic Newsham House to be brought to market
Once a residence fit for Queen Victoria, royalty and senior judges, Newsham House has played host to some of the most prominent figures in British public life
Health · 6 May 2026
Liverpool signs commitment to become Smokefree
Liverpool City Council has reaffirmed its position as a national leader in public health by announcing it has signed the Pledge for a Smokefree UK, committing to go “further and faster” to reduce smoking prevalence to less than one per cent by 2040. The announcement was made by the Leader of the Council, Cllr Liam
Housing · 1 May 2026
Measures to improve housing conditions across Liverpool to be given the go-ahead
Measures will improve housing conditions, bring empty homes back into use and help residents gain full ownership of homes
A well-run council · 30 April 2026
Council clamps down on noisy neighbour after complaints
Following repeated noise complaints about a property, Liverpool City Council has successfully seized a cache of devices that had been used to make excessive noise over a prolonged period.
A well-run council · 30 April 2026
Pledge to use spending power to drive positive change
Liverpool City Council has committed to using its spending power to create a fairer, cleaner, and more resilient city.
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 29 April 2026
Liverpool backs LGBTQ+ health with five more years of funding for Sahir
Liverpool is proud to reaffirm its commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing after Sahir secured funding for a further five years to continue and grow its work across the city. The renewed funding will allow Sahir to build on its longstanding role at the heart of Liverpool’s LGBTQ+ communities, working closely with Public Health Liverpool and partners to deliver vital
A strong and fair economy for all · 27 April 2026
Public Health annual report reveals wide ranging service transformation across Liverpool
Liverpool City Council’s Director of Public Health has published his latest independent annual report, outlining a programme of service transformation focused on tackling deep‑rooted health inequalities and improving access, prevention, and outcomes for residents across the city. The report sets out what the council describes as one of the most ambitious overhauls of public health services Liverpool has
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 23 April 2026
Helping Liverpool families make the most of Healthy Start
Thousands of families across Liverpool could be missing out on support that helps put healthy food on the table, with £600,000 to £700,000 in Healthy Start vouchers going unclaimed every year. Healthy Start is there to support parents and carers during pregnancy and the early years, helping people buy fruit, vegetables and milk, as well as access free vitamins. Support is
Culture · 17 April 2026
Launch of new Liverpool Experience Campus brand, marking next chapter for Council-owned asset
Situated on Liverpool’s world-famous waterfront, the campus has welcomed more than 10.5 million visitors since opening, helping to position the city as a leading UK destination for business tourism, culture and major events.
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