Business · 17 July 2026
Local Plan sets out vision for stronger Liverpool high streets
New policy will improve the quality of shopfronts and commercial frontages, helping create attractive environments that encourage investment
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A well-run council · 17 July 2026
New independent members appointed to Audit Committee
Two new independent members have been appointed to Liverpool City Council’s Audit Committee. The Audit Committee oversees the council’s governance, risk management and internal control and plays a key role in effective challenge and assurance. There are a total of three independent members, who provide real world expertise from their work in the audit and
Housing · 16 July 2026
New Local Plan for Liverpool proposes stronger controls on HMOs
The aim is to prevent excessive concentrations of HMOs in particular neighbourhoods
A strong and fair economy for all · 16 July 2026
Liverpool healthy weight programme shortlisted for national public health award
Liverpool City Council’s healthy weight programme, Liv Life Liverpool, has been shortlisted for a Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Health and Wellbeing Award, recognising its work to improve health and tackle inequalities across the city. Liv Life Liverpool is Liverpool City Council’s commissioned healthy weight service, delivered by ICE Creates. The service takes a
A well-run council · 14 July 2026
Liverpool backs award-winning Axess sexual health service for another three years
Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet has approved plans to extend the city’s sexual and reproductive health service, Axess, for a further three years. The decision means the service, delivered by Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT), will continue until October 2029. Cabinet also backed plans to introduce new prevention measures to help reduce sexually transmitted infections (STIs), prevent
A strong and fair economy for all · 13 July 2026
Cheshire and Merseyside come together this autumn to raise awareness of suicide prevention and support for all
Communities across Cheshire and Merseyside are coming together this autumn to support a series of events that encourage conversations about suicide, reduce stigma, and make sure that everyone knows where to go for help and support for their mental health. Sadly, some areas in Cheshire and Merseyside experience amongst the highest rates of death from
A well-run council · 10 July 2026
People’s Emergency Briefing set for Liverpool screening
The film aims to increase public understanding of climate and nature-related risks and encourage informed discussion
News · 9 July 2026
New community-led project launched to improve reproductive health outcomes for women with epilepsy
Liverpool City Council has welcomed the launch of a new community-led project that aims to improve reproductive health outcomes for women living with epilepsy and ensure their experiences help shape future services and support. Seize Control: My Epilepsy, My Body, My Choice is a community-driven initiative based in Liverpool that focuses on supporting people living with
Development · 9 July 2026
Council investment in Pall Mall Liverpool to unlock jobs, growth and private sector confidence
The Council's intervention would help de-risk delivery of the scheme and unlock wider investment into the city
A strong and fair economy for all · 9 July 2026
Liverpool joins national coalition calling for an end to gambling advertising
Liverpool City Council has joined a national coalition calling for an end to gambling advertising, as part of its commitment to reducing gambling-related harm across the city. The Council has become the latest local authority to join the Coalition to End Gambling Ads (CEGA), a growing alliance of councils, public health organisations, charities and campaign groups working
Regeneration · 7 July 2026
Have your say on the future of Liverpool’s Central Station area
The proposals aim to support a more vibrant, accessible and well-connected destination
A strong and fair economy for all · 3 July 2026
Liverpool launches Smokefree Sidelines in youth rugby at Magic Weekend
Liverpool is set to launch Smokefree Sidelines in youth rugby at this year’s Magic Weekend (4-5 June 2026), marking a major step forward in creating healthier environments for children and young people across the city’s sports pitches. Smokefree Sidelines encourages parents, carers and spectators to avoid smoking or vaping around the pitch, helping to create
A strong and fair economy for all · 1 July 2026
South Liverpool seniors enjoy seaside escape to boost wellbeing and tackle isolation
A group of older residents from South Liverpool enjoyed a day at the seaside as part of a community initiative helping to tackle loneliness, improve wellbeing and bring people together. The trip, organised by SWAGGA Primary Care Network (PCN) and Liverpool City Council’s Neighbourhood team, in partnership with Arriva, took 18 residents to Southport for a day
A strong and fair economy for all · 1 July 2026
Major step forward for Pall Mall as VINCI Construction appointed contractor
The project supports Liverpool’s ambitions to attract investment, create jobs and drive sustainable economic growth.
public health · 1 July 2026
Liverpool meets national target as smoking in pregnancy falls to record low
Liverpool has met the national ambition to reduce smoking during pregnancy, with new provisional figures showing that 4.6% of women were smoking at the time they gave birth in 2025/26, below the national target of 5%. The latest NHS England data also shows that Liverpool has made faster progress than both the Northwest and England over the last
Arts & Events · 30 June 2026
Liverpool set to host new international music tech hub in city centre
The move is a strong vote of confidence in Liverpool’s fast-growing ecosystem, bringing together entrepreneurs, technologists and creatives in one space to collaborate and develop new ideas.
A well-run council · 25 June 2026
New owner sought for historic Colomendy Outdoor Education Centre in North Wales
Colomendy has long been one of the region’s best-known centres for outdoor learning and residential stays
Liverpool · 23 June 2026
Stories, partnerships and innovation: Reflections from the final ReCITE Festival of Learning event
Community organisations, health providers, researchers and strategic leaders came together at The Florrie in Liverpool on 18 June for the final event in the ReCITE Festival of Learning – a day of reflection, shared learning and celebration that highlighted the power of communities working as equal partners in creating change. Bringing together partners from across Liverpool and
Climate Change · 19 June 2026
Liverpool Climate Action Week to showcase city’s leadership on reducing carbon emissions
From community initiatives to major infrastructure projects, the week will highlight practical solutions that are already making a difference
A strong and fair economy for all · 19 June 2026
Liverpool Welcomes Europe: A Platform for the Future We Intend to Build
Blog report by Susan Finnegan of Liverpool City Council
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