Thriving communities · 1 October 2026
Liverpool residents will be able to receive free, confidential support with money, housing, benefits and other life pressures through a new city service linked to local reproductive healthcare services. Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team is commissioning Citizens Advice Liverpool to deliver the 18-month pilot, which is expected to begin in October 2026. The service
A strong and fair economy for all · 25 September 2026
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
A strong and fair economy for all · 24 September 2026
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
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
Healthier lives for children and adults · 22 September 2026
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
Health · 21 September 2026
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
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 17 September 2026
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
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.
Thriving communities · 15 September 2026
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
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 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
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
Healthier lives for children and adults · 3 September 2026
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
Health · 3 September 2026
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
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
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
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
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 · 24 August 2026
The fostering community came together at Liverpool Town Hall to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of foster carer Linda Hurst following her recent MBE award. Joined by the Lord Mayor over afternoon tea, Linda – pictured above to the right of the Lord Mayor – shared memories and stories from more than 45 years of fostering,
News · 7 August 2026
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
