News · 21 August 2025
Cobalt Housing has officially launched its voluntary Smokefree Homes policy, reinforcing its commitment to tenant health and wellbeing. The policy encourages residents to keep their homes smokefree to protect themselves, their families, and their communities from the harmful effects of tobacco and second-hand smoke. Cobalt Housing, which manages around 6,000 affordable homes across North Liverpool,
Thriving communities · 20 August 2025
New environmental enforcement officers taking to the streets marks the final stage in Liverpool City Council’s three-step plan to address illegal littering, fly-tipping and dog fouling.
Thriving communities · 18 August 2025
A new Liverpool City Council initiative has been launched which means the city’s thriving film and TV sector will have a positive impact on local communities.
News · 18 August 2025
More than 100 families in Liverpool have already signed up for a new initiative to automatically enrol eligible children for free school meals. Approximately 26,000 households in the city receive free school meals, but national figures show that around one in ten children are missing out. Liverpool City Council has streamlined the enrolment process as
News · 18 August 2025
In August 2022, the lives of three families in Liverpool were shattered by gun crime, prompting a new targeted response to tackle serious and organised crime. At 11:40pm on August 16, 22-year-old Sam Rimmer was shot in Dingle and passed away a short time after. Five days later, 28-year-old Ashley Dale was killed in Old
A well-run council · 14 August 2025
Liverpool City Council is making it easier for residents to access face-to-face services by enabling queries to be answered in libraries.
News · 14 August 2025
August is set to be a busy month for Liverpool’s markets – with two new locations joining an ever-growing offer. Dovecot and Norris Green will host markets for the first time and join regular community markets at Allerton Hall and Lark Lane over the coming weeks. The new events further confirm the council’s commitment to
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 13 August 2025
Operation Limit aims to eliminate all road deaths and serious injuries across Merseyside by 2040.
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 12 August 2025
The Live Labs programme harnesses research and innovation in a number of trials to support the transition to net zero.
A strong and fair economy for all · 12 August 2025
Plans for the regeneration of Liverpool’s iconic Festival Gardens site have taken a major step forward with the selection of a development partner.
News · 11 August 2025
Liverpool will come together this Friday to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. On 15 August, eight decades will have passed since Japan surrendered in the Far East, finally ending the Second World War. A Service of Remembrance will be held at the Far East Prisoners of War (FEPOW) Repatriation Memorial on the Pier
News · 8 August 2025
Missed the Liverpool Adult Learning Service open days in July? Don’t worry there’re still more opportunities for learners to meet the team next month! After four highly successful open days in July where the experienced ALS team and tutors met prospective students, there are four further days in September for learners to find out about
News · 5 August 2025
The spotlight is finally turning to the unsung heroes of the UK film and television industry. Location Managers, Scouts, Studio Managers and Unit Managers—those who shape the visual identity of every production—will be honoured for the first time at the Location Managers Awards UK, set to take place on Saturday, 4th October 2025 at the historic St George’s Hall,
News · 4 August 2025
Liverpool City Council, alongside a range of local partners, invites residents to come together for two special community events at Dovecot Park this August. 📅 Dates: Friday 8 August & Friday 15 August🕙 Time: 10am – 3pm These free events offer a fantastic opportunity to connect with local services, enjoy the outdoors, and take part in activities designed to
News · 30 July 2025
A cross-party motion backed by all political parties in Liverpool will see the council write to the Government urging it to introduce the Hillsborough Law.
News · 29 July 2025
LIMF Academy – Liverpool City Council’s pioneering music talent development programme – is marking its 10th anniversary with the release of a landmark impact report that highlights a decade of nurturing the city region’s most exciting emerging music creators. Founded in 2014 as part of Liverpool International Music Festival to showcase local talent, the Academy
A strong and fair economy for all · 28 July 2025
The proposed improvements are part of a wider regeneration effort under the Anfield Spatial Regeneration Framework (SRF) and aim to create a greener, safer, and more inclusive high street.
News · 28 July 2025
Liverpool City Council has launched a bold and forward-thinking draft strategy that will shape the future of the city’s Library and Information Service over the next five years – and residents are urged to have their say on it. The draft Liverpool Library Strategy 2025-2030 sets out a clear vision to transform libraries into vibrant, inclusive, and
News · 25 July 2025
A Chinese takeaway owner has been banned from running a food business for four years after an inspection found it was infested with rodents.
A well-run council · 25 July 2025
People living, working or studying in Liverpool are being invited to share their views on a new Anti-Racism Strategy for the city. The survey – which is also open to visitors – is a key part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to becoming a more inclusive organisation by listening and understanding the experiences of local
