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A nurse giving a baby a vaccine. Baby is smiling. Mother is holding the baby.

A well-run council · 31 March 2026

Keep your family healthy this Easter in Liverpool

This Easter holidays, Liverpool families are encouraged to take a quick moment to check if their loved ones are up to date with their routine vaccinations to protect them from nasty infectious diseases. Liverpool’s GP practices and school immunisation teams remain on hand to support families with catchup vaccines throughout the holiday period. Whether your child missed something during term time or you’re an adult making sure your own

Thriving communities · 31 March 2026

Even more items can be recycled in blue bins

Starting tomorrow (Wednesday 1 April), residents across Liverpool will be able to recycle a greater variety of items in their blue bin.

News · 31 March 2026

Civic honour nominations approved

A number of individuals and organisations have been approved for civic awards at a meeting of Liverpool City Council on Wednesday 1 April 2026. They include the Freedom Roll of Associations – also known as the Freedom of the City, and the city’s highest civic honour – for the following organisations: Liverpool Harriers and Athletics

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News · 31 March 2026

Speke Garston Partners Conference focuses on community-led change

The second Speke Garston Partners’ Conference, held on 27 March 2026 at Partnership for Learning, brought together organisations, community groups and local services to focus on the issues that matter most to residents. Supported by Liverpool City Council and South Liverpool Homes, the event created space for honest discussion, sharing best practice, and agreeing collective actions for the months ahead. The day opened

Liverpool · 30 March 2026

BLOG | “Liverpool residents have come out in force” for this year’s Great British Spring Clean

The Great British Spring clean has come to an end for another year. Councillor Laura Robertson-Collins takes a look back at the importance of community participation.

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What's on · 30 March 2026

Little Smiles For Everyone: A free, sensory-friendly Easter holiday activity for children and families

Families across Liverpool City Region are invited to attend Little Smiles For Everyone at Liverpool Central Library, a free, sensory-friendly fun day taking place during the Easter school holidays – offering the perfect opportunity for children to enjoy an activity that is both engaging and educational. Developed in collaboration with a range of local partners

News · 27 March 2026

‘Yes’ vote on Culture and Commerce Business Improvement District

Businesses in Liverpool have voted in favour of renewing and expanding the Culture and Commerce Business Improvement District.

News · 27 March 2026

New PSPO in force in the city centre

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to deal with anti-social behaviour in Liverpool city centre has come into force.

A group of people stood outside the BEAT Pharmacy with Matt Ashton about to cut the ribbon

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 26 March 2026

Liverpool launches first UK BEAT Pharmacy

Liverpool has become the first city in the UK to launch the BEAT Pharmacy initiative, a community-based heart health assessment pilot designed to accelerate the early detection of heart failure and reduce health inequalities across the city. The initiative forms part of the wider BEAT Heart Failure programme, led by the University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and The Pumping Marvellous Foundation, in partnership with NHS

A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 26 March 2026

Queens Drive highways improvement works to begin next week

Highway improvement works on Queens Drive will begin next week, starting on Monday 30 March. The works will involve the installation of new highway drainage infrastructure on Queens Drive between Aigburth Vale and North Mossley Hill Road. Additional drainage improvements will also be carried out on North Mossley Hill Road between Ibbotson’s Lane and Queens

A strong and fair economy for all · 24 March 2026

New sustainability module to power Liverpool’s green events talent pipeline

Module forms part of city's wider legacy programme from its role as the world’s first UN Accelerator City for Climate Action

Community · 24 March 2026

Award-winning Stanley Park Market returns for 2026

The city’s largest weekday market will resume on Wednesday 1 April with a special Easter event to celebrate the start of the new season, which will run until December.

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

Liverpool Health and Wellbeing Board reaffirms commitment to improving outcomes for women and carers

Liverpool’s Health and Wellbeing Board, 18 March 2026, has renewed its commitment to tackling health inequalities affecting women and improving support for unpaid carers, following key discussions on the upcoming Women’s Health report and the new All-Age Carers Strategy. The Board heard that women in Liverpool spend almost 30% of their lives in poor health, with life expectancy now declining. Women consistently report

Blog · 20 March 2026

BLOG | Celebrating Social Work Week 2026: Honouring Social Work across Liverpool

As we mark Social Work Week 2026, Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, shares his thanks to Liverpool’s social workers… Every year, Social Work Week gives us an important opportunity to reflect on, recognise and celebrate the extraordinary contribution of social work. In Liverpool, the impact is felt in every neighbourhood, every community, and

Child with their tongue out showing teeth.

Healthier lives for children and adults · 20 March 2026

World Oral Health Day: A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life

Liverpool City Council is proud to celebrate World Oral Health Day (20 March 2026) with a commitment to improving children’s oral health, reducing sugar consumption, and supporting families across the city. This year’s World Oral Health Day campaign highlights how oral health is essential at every age and stage of life. A healthy mouth supports

Care · 19 March 2026

Liverpool’s Neurodiversity Strategy to launch at major regional event

Liverpool’s bold plan to improve support for neurodiverse people will officially launch on Tuesday 24th March at a city‑region event which brings together leaders from health, education, employment and the voluntary sector. Liverpool’s Commitment to Neurodiversity: A Strategy for an Inclusive City 2025–2035 will be launched at this year’s Annual Neurodiversity Symposium which is hosted by the University of

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Community · 19 March 2026

Blog: Celebrating growth and practice this Social Work Week

As we celebrate World Social Work Week, Liverpool City Council is shining a light on the professionals who support our communities every day. Today we’re highlighting Kate, who has recently qualified as a Social Worker after completing her apprenticeship within Adult Social Care. Her journey from apprentice to practising Social Worker has been shaped by

A well-run council · 19 March 2026

New Social Value Policy will deliver benefits for communities in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet has approved a new policy designed to drive benefits for communities from our contracts with businesses.

News · 18 March 2026

Consultation on Liverpool City Centre to Childwall walking, wheeling and cycling scheme

The next phase of consultation is under way on a plan to improve walking and cycling routes between the centre of Liverpool and the south of the city.

Healthier lives for children and adults · 18 March 2026

Court grants closure order against Speke Mini Mart after persistent illicit tobacco sales

Liverpool City Council has secured a closure order against Speke Mini Mart. The order was granted against the premises, at 125 Alderwood Avenue, after extensive evidence showed the premises was repeatedly involved in the sale of illicit cigarettes and tobacco, despite multiple warnings and enforcement visits. The council’s Public Protection Team, working closely with Merseyside

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