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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

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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

Housing · 14 April 2026

Security and fairness for private rented housing under new Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act represents the most significant reform of the private rented sector in a generation.

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 13 April 2026

Public Health update shows Liverpool strengthening response to address health inequalities

Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team has published its Year 2 update on the State of Health in the City: Liverpool 2040 report, outlining significant system-wide progress and reaffirming the city’s commitment to tackling health inequalities. Delivered at the April Cabinet Meeting, it was emphasised the importance of this work, recognising it as a core pillar of the Council’s long-term ambition for a fairer, healthier Liverpool. Over the

Consultation · 2 April 2026

Community engagement sessions in Liverpool 8 set to help shape future plans

The engagement is also an opportunity for residents to ask questions, understand what is happening where they live, and speak directly with council officers and senior leaders.

Housing · 2 April 2026

Major milestone for Liverpool North as Vescock Street becomes first development

This marks a transformational moment for the city’s development landscape and an early milestone in the emerging Liverpool North New Town vision.

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News · 31 March 2026

Speke Garston Partners Conference focuses on community-led change

The second Speke Garston Partners’ Conference, held on 27 March 2026 at Partnership for Learning, brought together organisations, community groups and local services to focus on the issues that matter most to residents. Supported by Liverpool City Council and South Liverpool Homes, the event created space for honest discussion, sharing best practice, and agreeing collective actions for the months ahead. The day opened

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A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 26 March 2026

Liverpool launches first UK BEAT Pharmacy

Liverpool has become the first city in the UK to launch the BEAT Pharmacy initiative, a community-based heart health assessment pilot designed to accelerate the early detection of heart failure and reduce health inequalities across the city. The initiative forms part of the wider BEAT Heart Failure programme, led by the University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and The Pumping Marvellous Foundation, in partnership with NHS

Community · 24 March 2026

Award-winning Stanley Park Market returns for 2026

The city’s largest weekday market will resume on Wednesday 1 April with a special Easter event to celebrate the start of the new season, which will run until December.

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 23 March 2026

Liverpool Health and Wellbeing Board reaffirms commitment to improving outcomes for women and carers

Liverpool’s Health and Wellbeing Board, 18 March 2026, has renewed its commitment to tackling health inequalities affecting women and improving support for unpaid carers, following key discussions on the upcoming Women’s Health report and the new All-Age Carers Strategy. The Board heard that women in Liverpool spend almost 30% of their lives in poor health, with life expectancy now declining. Women consistently report

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Healthier lives for children and adults · 20 March 2026

World Oral Health Day: A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life

Liverpool City Council is proud to celebrate World Oral Health Day (20 March 2026) with a commitment to improving children’s oral health, reducing sugar consumption, and supporting families across the city. This year’s World Oral Health Day campaign highlights how oral health is essential at every age and stage of life. A healthy mouth supports

Care · 19 March 2026

Liverpool’s Neurodiversity Strategy to launch at major regional event

Liverpool’s bold plan to improve support for neurodiverse people will officially launch on Tuesday 24th March at a city‑region event which brings together leaders from health, education, employment and the voluntary sector. Liverpool’s Commitment to Neurodiversity: A Strategy for an Inclusive City 2025–2035 will be launched at this year’s Annual Neurodiversity Symposium which is hosted by the University of

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Community · 19 March 2026

Blog: Celebrating growth and practice this Social Work Week

As we celebrate World Social Work Week, Liverpool City Council is shining a light on the professionals who support our communities every day. Today we’re highlighting Kate, who has recently qualified as a Social Worker after completing her apprenticeship within Adult Social Care. Her journey from apprentice to practising Social Worker has been shaped by

Health · 17 March 2026

BLOG:“A profession I am proud to be part of”

Reflections from Liverpool’s Adult Social Care Principal Social Worker This week Liverpool City Council is celebrating World Social Work Week, a chance to recognise the dedication and impact of social work across our city. As part of this celebration, we spoke to Alison Toolan, Liverpool’s Principal Social Worker for Adult Social Care, about her journey into

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A well-run council · 16 March 2026

Liverpool commits to 10-year framework to tackle poverty and improve life chances

Liverpool City Council is set to approve a 10-year Anti-Poverty Framework (2026 – 2036) aimed at preventing and reducing poverty while improving life chances for residents across the city. The new framework brings together the Council’s existing anti-poverty work into one clear plan, helping services and partners work more closely together and making it easier

Libraries · 26 February 2026

Celebrate World Book Day at Liverpool’s libraries

From performance workshops and author appearances to storytelling sessions and crafts, a range of public events suitable for children up to 12-years-old will be held at various branch libraries across the city, alongside additional dedicated sessions for local primary school pupils.

Housing · 17 February 2026

New contract to reduce cost of temporary accommodation

A raft of measures proposed to drive down the cost pressures on the council’s temporary housing budget

Housing · 16 February 2026

Two new proposals could provide more than 400 homes across Liverpool

Major step in addressing housing shortages and enhancing the supply of high-quality homes across the city.

News · 11 February 2026

Liverpool commits to Fast Track Cities+ to end HIV, Hepatitis and Tuberculosis

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

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