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A strong and fair economy for all · 25 September 2026

More than 170,000 opportunities to get active delivered across Liverpool

More than 170,000 opportunities to get active have been delivered across Liverpool as part of work to make physical activity easier and more accessible for residents. Walking groups, football, cycling, tennis, cricket, inclusive sport and free activities for children and families are among the opportunities being delivered by the Liverpool Active City Network. The city’s

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A strong and fair economy for all · 24 September 2026

BLOG: ‘Dare to Dream’ – local people imagine a healthier future

What does good health mean to you? Is it being able to see a GP when you need to? Having somewhere safe and secure to live? Feeling connected to your community? Having the time, support and opportunity to look after yourself and the people you care about? These were some of the questions explored by

A strong and fair economy for all · 23 September 2026

100 days to go: Liverpool prepares for a smokefree generation

In 100 days, children born from 1 January 2009 will be part of a new smokefree generation, as new laws come into force preventing them from ever being legally sold tobacco. The countdown begins as new figures show strong support for the Smokefree Generation policy, with 66% of people in the North West supporting the

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Healthier lives for children and adults · 22 September 2026

Junk food adverts are shaping what Liverpool children want to eat, report finds

Children and young people in Liverpool say they are surrounded by adverts for fast food, sugary drinks and snacks, with some reporting that the adverts make them feel hungry even when they were not hungry before. A new report, funded by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team and produced by Health Equalities Group, has explored

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Health · 21 September 2026

Liverpool Recovery Month celebrates diverse recovery experiences

The final week of Liverpool Recovery Month will explore how gender, sexuality, identity and lived experience can shape recovery. Events will bring residents together through coffee mornings, creative activities, films, walks and alcohol-free social events. The week will celebrate the strength and achievements of women, men, trans, non-binary and gender-diverse people, including people from Liverpool’s

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A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 17 September 2026

Liverpool service helping residents access contraception closer to home wins national award

A Liverpool service that is making it easier for residents to access contraception in their local community has won a national pharmacy award. The Liverpool Community Pharmacy Implant Service, delivered through a partnership between Liverpool City Council, Axess Sexual Health and Green Lane Pharmacy, was named Health Initiative of the Year at the C+D Awards

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 17 September 2026

BLOG: Supporting community learning in Liverpool through better evidence

Community learning provides much more than access to courses. Across Liverpool, it helps residents build confidence, improve wellbeing, develop new skills, and take positive steps towards employment, volunteering, and further education. For many people, especially those who have been away from education for some time, community-based learning can be the first step towards new opportunities.

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Thriving communities · 15 September 2026

New programme will make it easier for Liverpool families to get financial help

Thousands of Liverpool families will find it easier to get help with benefits, debt, housing and everyday living costs after Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet approved a new £1.1 million support programme. The four-year programme will see dedicated Citizens Advice Liverpool advisers providing free, independent advice through Family Hubs and community venues across the city. It

Health · 14 September 2026

Liverpool Recovery Month celebrates families, connection and community

Families, carers, children and young people will be at the heart of the third week of Liverpool Recovery Month. The week will recognise how recovery can strengthen families and relationships, while celebrating the important role that loved ones, peer networks and local communities can play. Events across Liverpool and Merseyside will bring people together through

Health · 7 September 2026

Liverpool services come together to support recovery and wellbeing

Liverpool residents are invited to explore how looking after their wellbeing can support recovery during the second week of Recovery Month. Free community events will offer opportunities to meet local services, hear lived-experience stories and try activities including walking, gardening, yoga, meditation and peer support. Recovery means different things to different people. It could involve

Arts & Events · 3 September 2026

Powerful new installation giving space to experiences of suicide opens in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council is encouraging residents to visit a powerful new installation at the city’s historic Cunard Building, which aims to create space for reflection, conversation and understanding around suicide and its impact on individuals, families and communities. Close to Home, an artistic installation by award-winning artist Mark Storor, opens on Saturday 5 September and

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Healthier lives for children and adults · 3 September 2026

Liverpool takes next step towards becoming a Good Food City

Liverpool’s food organisations, community groups, businesses and residents have come together for the launch of the next phase of the city’s Good Food Plan. The second Liverpool Good Food Summit, held at The Florrie on Thursday 3 September, celebrated the work already taking place across the city and explored how partners can work together to

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Health · 3 September 2026

Residents encouraged to ‘Know Your Numbers’ with free blood pressure checks across Liverpool

Liverpool residents are being encouraged to take a few minutes for their health during Know Your Numbers! Week starting on Monday 7 September by attending one of the free blood pressure check events taking place across the city.

Health · 31 August 2026

Real stories to challenge stigma during Liverpool Recovery Month

People rebuilding their lives following challenges with drugs, alcohol, gambling, smoking and mental wellbeing will be at the heart of Liverpool’s Recovery Month this September. The citywide campaign will share powerful lived-experience stories to challenge stigma, inspire hope and show residents that recovery is possible. Recovery Month is held every September to celebrate the achievements

Community · 29 August 2026

Free Liverpool event will share real stories of addiction and recovery

Powerful stories of survival, resilience and hope will take centre stage at a free event marking International Overdose Awareness Day in Liverpool. Voices of Recovery will bring together people with lived experience, local support organisations and residents at the Museum of Liverpool on Monday 31 August 2026. Taking place from 11am to 4pm, the event

Thriving communities · 28 August 2026

See Liverpool’s health through the eyes of its communities

Picture of Health exhibition is on tour around Liverpool. The next stop is Central Library, where we are inviting people to share in the experience and to tell us about their own picture of health. From Tuesday 1 to Monday 14 September 2026, the free exhibition explores one important question: “What does health mean to you?”. Residents can explore photographs taken

A strong and fair economy for all · 26 August 2026

New hub will help adults support children and young people experiencing self-harm

A new online resource has launched to help professionals respond with confidence and compassion when a child or young person is experiencing, or at risk of, self-harm. The Cheshire and Merseyside Self-Harm Professional Resource Hub provides clear, practical guidance for anyone who works with or regularly comes into contact with children and young people. Self-harm

News · 7 August 2026

Liverpool reports early progress in tackling ketamine harms

Liverpool City Council and its partners are reporting strong early progress since launching the city’s Reducing Ketamine Harms Action Plan in March 2026. Developed in response to growing concerns about ketamine use, the action plan brings together health services, schools, community organisations, police and youth services to raise awareness, improve access to support and reduce

News · 4 August 2026

Liverpool families celebrate healthy habits success during Deputy Chief Medical Officer visit

Families from across Liverpool celebrated the positive changes they have made to their health and wellbeing when England’s Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Jeanelle de Gruchy, visited the city. As part of her visit, Dr de Gruchy attended a Liv Life Liverpool session at Our Lady Immaculate Primary School, where children and families who had

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News · 31 July 2026

Liverpool calls for stronger action as gambling harms in city reach almost double national average

Liverpool is strengthening its campaign against gambling-related harm after research revealed that almost 12% of people who gamble in the city are experiencing gambling-related harm, nearly double the national average for England. The findings were at the centre of a citywide workshop bringing together health leaders, community organisations, gambling support services and people with lived experience to discuss how

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