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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

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A well-run council · 31 March 2026

Keep your family healthy this Easter in Liverpool

This Easter holidays, Liverpool families are encouraged to take a quick moment to check if their loved ones are up to date with their routine vaccinations to protect them from nasty infectious diseases. Liverpool’s GP practices and school immunisation teams remain on hand to support families with catchup vaccines throughout the holiday period. Whether your child missed something during term time or you’re an adult making sure your own

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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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What's on · 30 March 2026

Little Smiles For Everyone: A free, sensory-friendly Easter holiday activity for children and families

Families across Liverpool City Region are invited to attend Little Smiles For Everyone at Liverpool Central Library, a free, sensory-friendly fun day taking place during the Easter school holidays – offering the perfect opportunity for children to enjoy an activity that is both engaging and educational. Developed in collaboration with a range of local partners

A group of people stood outside the BEAT Pharmacy with Matt Ashton about to cut the ribbon

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

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

Pink background with writing that says We're supporting #SociaWorkWeek 16 - 20 March 2026

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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Community Safety · 16 March 2026

UK Health Security Agency: Meningitis Update

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS are arranging antibiotics for some students in the Canterbury area of Kent following a number of cases of invasive meningococcal disease. The specific strain has not been identified at the present time. From 13 to 15 March 2026, thirteen cases were notified with signs and symptoms of

Health · 13 March 2026

Transforming patient care in Liverpool – share your views

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool (UHL) Group is inviting you to share your views on its new five-year strategy. This is a once in a generation opportunity to make bold changes and transform patient care for the future. A lot has changed since the NHS was founded 78 years ago. Using population health data, UHL

No Smoking Day graphic from Smoke Free Liverpool

public health · 11 March 2026

Liverpool residents urged to make No Smoking Day the start of something life‑changing

This No Smoking Day (Wednesday 11 March), Liverpool City Council is encouraging smokers across the city to imagine what life could look like without cigarettes – more time, more memories, and more moments that really matter. The message is simple: quitting smoking isn’t about giving something up – it’s about getting your future back. Across

public health · 11 March 2026

Liverpool City Council completes citywide network of lifesaving defibrillators

Liverpool City Council’s Facilities Management Service (FMS) has successfully completed the full roll-out of defibrillators across the Council’s entire estate. The programme concluded 4 March 2026 with the registration of the final device on The Circuit, the British Heart Foundation’s national defibrillator network. This is a key achievement for public health in Liverpool, significantly improving access

Health · 11 March 2026

Head and neck cancer hits the North of England and Scotland hardest

People in the most socioeconomically deprived areas of the UK are more likely to die from head and neck cancer, more likely to be diagnosed at advanced stages, and more likely to wait longer for treatment than those in the most affluent areas, according to new analysis. A report from the Northern Head and Neck

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News · 9 March 2026

Liverpool launches citywide action plan to reduce ketamine harms

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

Health · 4 March 2026

Liv Life Liverpool delivers life-changing impact in just 12 months

One year after launching in January 2025, Liv Life Liverpool, a commissioned partner of Liverpool City Council, is celebrating a year of life-changing impact across the city. Created with local residents, the service supports people to achieve and maintain a healthy weight through compassionate, long-term support. In its first year: At a time when 63% of adults in Liverpool

A well-run council · 16 February 2026

Council leads partnership workshop to improve sexual health outcomes for young people

Liverpool City Council, alongside key partners from across the city, brought together key stakeholders for a workshop last week (12 February) focused on improving the sexual health and wellbeing of young people in the city. The event marked a significant step in shaping a new, collaborative action plan designed to ensure that young people receive high-quality information and advice, learn about healthy

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Healthier lives for children and adults · 12 February 2026

Liverpool’s 11th Mental Health Festival for Children and Young People

Photo credit: Dave Brownlee Photography

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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