Liverpool · 23 January 2026
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 · 27 October 2025
This year’s service holds special significance as it commemorates the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe Day and Victory over Japan Day, marking the end of World War II in Europe and the Far East.
Mayor · 14 May 2025
Councillor Barbara Murray has been a councillor in Liverpool since 2007, serving the Yew Tree ward.
A well-run council · 28 October 2024
During National Care Leavers Week (28 October – 3 November), the Council is proudly recognising the achievements of care-experienced young people with a week that promises a mix of enriching activities designed to uplift and empower care leavers. These activities include: We encourage care leavers from across the city to get involved. Find out more
Arts & Events · 27 August 2024
Liverpool City Council is inviting businesses and individuals across the city to an inspiring and impactful conference, “Celebrating Care Leavers: Making a Difference Together,” dedicated to supporting young people leaving care. The council, supported by Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Cllr Richard Kemp, is calling on organisations to join a movement that empowers young people who have
News · 15 May 2024
Cllr Richard Kemp has been sworn in this week as the new Lord Mayor of Liverpool at a ceremony at the Town Hall (Wednesday 15th May) and will dedicate his year in office to helping to support care leavers from across the city. Cllr Richard Kemp CBE came to Liverpool in 1974 but he was
Community Safety · 30 March 2023
Mayor of Liverpool Joanne Anderson has welcomed the conviction of Thomas Cashman for the murder of schoolgirl Olivia Pratt-Korbel.
Education · 21 March 2023
A comprehensive programme of work is under way to address racial issues in Liverpool’s education system.
News · 21 March 2023
Liverpool City Council has signed its first legally-binding agreement to protect the city’s parks forever.
Mayor · 21 March 2023
Schools in Liverpool are to share anti-racist knowledge and best practice through a dedicated network, in a ground-breaking new partnership between Liverpool City Council and Leeds Beckett University.
News · 20 March 2023
A blueprint to slash carbon emissions from waste – spearheaded by Mayor Joanne Anderson – is being endorsed by local authorities across Liverpool City Region.
Best Value · 8 March 2023
Liverpool City Council has welcomed the latest update report from the government-appointed Commissioners.
Mayor · 1 March 2023
Liverpool City Council has appointed Andrew Lewis as its new Chief Executive.
Health · 28 February 2023
This Girl Can, Sport England’s award-winning campaign to help women get active, has turned its attention to tackling the exercise Enjoyment Gap, with a launch event in Liverpool kick-starting efforts to get more women exercising regularly and enjoying sport. A recent study from Sport England found 2.4 million fewer women than men strongly agree they
News · 27 February 2023
A campaign to increase women’s safety, particularly around the transport network, is being rolled out across the whole of Merseyside.
Community Safety · 9 February 2023
A consultation is under way aimed at gaining a wider understanding of how safe women and girls they feel in the areas they live, work and socialise.
News · 8 February 2023
Liverpool City Council is working to tackle the issue of Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) misuse after links to anti-social behaviour and littering in the city – alongside a growing impact to health and the environment. Nitrous oxide is traditionally used for pain relief in medical settings, but the gas is also widely available to purchase
Blog · 7 February 2023
Mayor of Liverpool Joanne Anderson on the work the council has been doing tackle historic issues with transparency and accountability.
Blog · 3 February 2023
Over the past fifteen years, a defining feature of Liverpool’s economic growth has been its investment in its leisure and hospitality sector, which has been a driving force for the regeneration of the whole city, writes Mayor of Liverpool, Joanne Anderson. Liverpool is world renowned for music, football and heritage, and boasts the largest collection
Mayor · 16 January 2023
Mayor Joanne Anderson writes about the small steps she has taken to reduce waste, and urges residents to play their part too.
