News · 9 March 2026
Liverpool City Council has launched a new action plan to tackle ketamine-related harms across the city, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and supporting families and young people. Ketamine use is an emerging and complex issue. Unlike other substances where established pathways already exist, ketamine presents unique challenges: patterns of use, rapid escalation, and serious physical
Thriving communities · 18 February 2026
Liverpool has reaffirmed its reputation as one of the safest and most vibrant city centres, securing Purple Flag accreditation for the 16th year in a row.
News · 11 February 2026
Liverpool’s health and care partners have today (11 February 2026) reaffirmed the city’s global leadership in public health by announcing a bold expansion of their Fast Track Cities work. The city will now adopt an ambitious Fast Track Cities + (Plus) approach, widening its focus to end HIV, all blood-borne viruses (BBVs), and tuberculosis (TB). Liverpool has been a
News · 5 February 2026
Liverpool City Council is aware of the national reports regarding infant formula recalls involving several manufacturers and the ongoing investigation by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The UKHSA has confirmed that it is currently investigating 36 clinical notifications across the UK of children developing symptoms consistent with cereulide toxin exposure after consuming now‑recalled batches
Community Safety · 30 January 2026
The UK has lost its measles elimination status due to experiencing a large increase in measles cases in 2024. This means that measles has taken a hold in the UK again and is continuing to spread. Measles is a highly infectious viral illness which can cause serious illness. Last summer there was a significant
Liverpool · 23 January 2026
Liverpool City Council has welcomed the decision by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to introduce new restrictions on the advertising of unhealthy foods, sugary drinks and vaping products across Combined Authority-owned sites, marking a major step forward for public health and health equity across the city region. The policy, agreed on Friday 23rd January
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 20 January 2026
Liverpool City Council has issued a reminder to people who own and use e-scooters to follow the law at all times.
Community Safety · 22 December 2025
Liverpool City Council’s Licensing Committee has stripped a store of its premises licence after owners failed to stop selling illicit cigarettes and tobacco.
Community Safety · 21 November 2025
Next week marks the start of Orange the World, 16 days of activism to tackle gender-based violence across the globe.
A well-run council · 16 October 2025
While the work is carried out the site will be secured to reduce unauthorised entry and protect the public and neighbouring properties
Community Safety · 16 October 2025
A number of fake Labubu dolls have been seized in Liverpool, as part of a joint operation between Merseyside Police and Trading Standards.
Thriving communities · 24 September 2025
The final mural in the award-winning Flower Streets has now been completed on Crocus Street, bringing a close to the transformative community project.
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 4 September 2025
Thousands of new LED lamps will be installed across the city, dramatically reducing energy consumption and slashing carbon emissions.
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 2 September 2025
Liverpool City Council is taking decisive action to improve road safety around schools by introducing mobile CCTV cameras at key Crossing Patrol sites
News · 22 August 2025
I am writing to express Liverpool City Council’s position regarding the UKIP march scheduled to take place in our city on Saturday, 23rd August. Liverpool is a city built on diversity, resilience, and unity. We are proud of our long-standing reputation as a welcoming and inclusive place, home to communities from all walks of life
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 13 August 2025
Operation Limit aims to eliminate all road deaths and serious injuries across Merseyside by 2040.
A strong and fair economy for all · 21 July 2025
As cycling numbers rise with the warmer weather, Liverpool City Council is calling on road users to take extra care.
Community · 9 July 2025
Liverpool City Council is working with partners to tackle the devastating effects of alcohol harm, as stark data reveals alcohol-related issues are the leading cause of death and illness among 15–49-year-olds in Liverpool. During Alcohol Awareness Week (7–13 July), the council is highlighting the impact alcohol use has on individuals, families, and communities whilst outlining its commitment to
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 2 July 2025
All drivers in the city are being urged to drive responsibly as the Council launches a public consultation to introduce a further 15 traffic enforcement cameras across the city.
Thriving communities · 30 June 2025
A co-ordinated campaign to confront anti-social behaviour (ASB) and promote community wellbeing will take to Liverpool streets this week.
