Healthier lives for children and adults

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

Climate Change · 16 February 2026

District heat network plans move to procurement as net zero strategy gathers pace

Heat networks distribute heat (often waste heat) from a central source to multiple buildings, offering a cleaner, more efficient alternative to individual boilers.

Large group of children on stage mid performance

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

Blog · 9 February 2026

BLOG: Children’s Mental Health Week 2026

This year, Children’s Mental Health Week will take place from 9-15 February 2026. The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 is ‘This is My Place’ which is all about helping to ensure that people, places and services that surround children and young people can help them feel they belong. In 2025, 6929 students from

News · 5 February 2026

Liverpool City Council statement on national infant formula recall

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

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 4 February 2026

First Right to Food Commission evidence-based event in Knowsley

The first Right to Food UK Commission evidence-based event took place in Knowsley on Friday 29 January 2026, hosted by Ian Byrne MP. The commission is made up of a several key figures from across the UK and aims to produce an evidence-based roadmap for ‘Right To Food’ legislation by Autumn 2026, targeting the elimination of hunger and food banks. The initiative is

A girl getting a plaster put on their arm after a vaccination. Girl is smiling.

Community Safety · 30 January 2026

Liverpool steps up vaccination drive after UK loses measles elimination status

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

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 27 January 2026

Visionary new SEND school to be delivered as £37m landmark project gains planning approval

Site will include state of the art learning and therapeutic environments purpose built for children with diverse and complex needs

A group of healthcare staff and attendees gather outside a mobile breast screening unit for a ribbon‑cutting ceremony.

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

New mobile breast screening unit to improve women’s health in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council welcomed the launch of a new mobile breast screening unit in Liverpool, marking a significant step forward in improving access to life‑saving screening for women aged 50 – 70 across the city. The launch event, on Friday 23 January at Everton in the Community, saw partners from University Hospitals Liverpool, NHS England

The Liver Building with sunset in the background

Liverpool · 23 January 2026

Liverpool City Council welcomes Liverpool City Region move to restrict unhealthy advertising

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 strong and fair economy for all · 22 January 2026

BLOG: Whole systems approaches in public health, from framework to movement

In this blog, Professor Matthew Ashton, Director of Public Health, discusses how whole system public health can spark real change, uniting partners, communities, and evidence to build fairer, healthier places where everyone can thrive. Sir Michael Marmot often draws a powerful distinction between hope and despair. Despair is when we can describe a problem but

Healthier lives for children and adults · 12 January 2026

Commitment to care creates jobs and strengthens services

Liverpool City Council’s decision to become the registered provider for two local nursing care homes is already delivering impressive results creating new roles and boosting local employment. The council has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to residents at Millvina House in Anfield and Brushwood Nursing Home in Speke, following the Cabinet decision in September 2025 to

News · 30 December 2025

New year, new you: quitting smoking is well worth it

As 2026 begins, Smokefree Liverpool is encouraging smokers to make quitting their top resolution – because it’s well worth it for your health, your wallet, and your future.

Dry and Mighty. The Try Dry app tracks your alcohol-free streak. Try not to let it go to your head.

Healthier lives for children and adults · 29 December 2025

Liverpool urges residents to take part in Dry January

Public Health officials in Liverpool are encouraging residents to join the national Dry January campaign.

Healthier lives for children and adults · 17 December 2025

Household support available to tackle cold homes, damp and mould

Residents who need support to keep their homes warm and safe may be entitled to help this winter.

News · 11 December 2025

Liverpool urged to stay clean when Driving Home For Christmas

Drivers across Liverpool are being urged to make responsible choices over the festive period and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

News · 2 December 2025

Have your say on Liverpool’s alcohol strategy

Public health experts at Liverpool City Council have launched a survey of attitudes towards alcohol use and misuse.

News · 25 November 2025

Liverpool unites for World AIDS Day 2025

Liverpool partners will once again stand together on 1 December to mark World AIDS Day, honouring those loved and lost to HIV, while reaffirming the city’s unwavering commitment to ending new transmissions by 2030.

A well-run council · 19 November 2025

Liverpool City Council and Merseyside partners unite to improve the lives of neurodiverse residents

Liverpool has outlined a bold plan to support neurodiverse people, working in partnership across Merseyside, after research revealed significant barriers in areas including education, employment, and health. Liverpool’s Commitment to Neurodiversity: A Strategy for an Inclusive City 2025–2035, is a collaborative effort shaped by the voices of neurodivergent people, their families, and carers. The strategy

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