A strong and fair economy for all · 19 March 2025
The charge points will be installed directly into existing street lampposts. They will all be powered by 100% renewable energy.
News · 18 March 2025
This week has seen the launch of the Liverpool Foster Care Association (LFCA) – a new initiative led by foster carers, for foster carers. Supported by Liverpool City Council, this milestone marks a significant step forward in strengthening the fostering community across the city and ensuring foster carers receive the support they need to provide
News · 18 March 2025
We are delighted to announce that following a rigorous recruitment process, Edna Boampong will join Liverpool City Council in May as our new Director of Communications and Engagement. Edna is a multi-award-winning communications and change management director with over 20 years of experience designing and leading strategic communications, engagement programmes and transformation strategies. She has
A strong and fair economy for all · 17 March 2025
A simplified Council Tax Support Scheme for working age people is coming into operation in Liverpool next month.
Community Safety · 17 March 2025
Provisional figures show that in 2024 across Merseyside there were 14 casualties killed or seriously injured who were not wearing their seatbelt at the time of the collision.
Thriving communities · 14 March 2025
Liverpool’s award-winning Stanley Park Market is set to return for a second straight year later this month.
Thriving communities · 14 March 2025
The sun is back out and spring is here, so get stuck in and clean up your community is the message for residents this month.
Community · 14 March 2025
Residents from the Smithdown community are coming together for a vibrant celebration of music, food, and culture, creating a welcoming space to share and celebrate heritage. The event will be held at Picton Children’s Centre, Earle Road, L7 6HD on Saturday, 22nd March at 12 – 2:30pm. Led by Liverpool City Council’s Neighbourhoods team, Picton
News · 13 March 2025
Two properties in Liverpool which were closed due to anti-social behaviour linked to organised crime have been transformed. Over the last two years, the council’s Private Sector Housing team have worked in partnership with Merseyside Police to tackle organised crime within rental properties across Liverpool. Under the Council’s Landlord Licensing scheme, the owners of privately
A strong and fair economy for all · 13 March 2025
A vote is to be held asking hospitality businesses in Liverpool city centre if they wish to adopt a new tourism-based levy.
A strong and fair economy for all · 12 March 2025
A contractor has been appointed to develop a multi-million pound laboratory and workspace development in the heart of the city's Knowledge Quarter.
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 11 March 2025
The Council is pioneering the use of smart road and highway technologies with a series of experiments across the city on roads, pedestrian crossings and cycle paths.
Health · 11 March 2025
A major Liverpool landmark is set to take centre stage with a powerful call for smokers to quit, this ‘No Smoking Day’ (Wednesday, 12th March). St John’s Beacon will be illuminated and transformed into a visual display, reinforcing the health benefits of stopping smoking and inspiring positive change across the city. The Beacon will feature
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 10 March 2025
It is hoped that not only will the artwork highlight - literally - the work of Live Labs 2, but it can also become a cultural attraction in its own right and an Instagrammable moment for members of the public.
Business · 10 March 2025
Networking breakfasts are a great way to have a relaxed chat, learn about the support available, and build relationships within the community.
News · 10 March 2025
As more details emerge around the artists taking to the Big Weekend stage in May, Liverpool’s Head of UNESCO City of Music, Kevin McManus, writes about how it’s an important platform for local talent. The excitement around BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend is building as the line-up for all three days is announced, with the
News · 10 March 2025
Tom Grennan, Katy B, Biffy Clyro, Nia Archives, The Wombats and a host of famous faces join the line-up for BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025, kicking off the three-day music spectacular with an electrifying opening day on Friday 23 May. Chart-topping singer-songwriter, Tom Grennan, will headline the Main Stage. Tom Grennan says: “Being asked
Uncategorized · 8 March 2025
As we commemorate five years since the pandemic began, Liverpool’s Director of Public Health Matt Ashton, looks back at how the city responded to this unprecedented emergency, the challenges faced, the positive strides made, and the lessons learned. Sometimes it feels hard to believe that it’s been five years since COVID-19 changed our lives forever.
Health · 7 March 2025
To celebrate International Women’s Day (Saturday 8 March), Liverpool City Council is launching a taskforce to develop a strategy aimed at improving women’s access to healthcare and addressing inequalities. The taskforce will work towards creating a Women’s Health Framework, set to launch in June 2025. This framework will outline recommendations designed to improve health outcomes
A well-connected, sustainable and accessible city · 7 March 2025
The programme has recycled over 3,000 tonnes of materials, and achieved a reduction of 68 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
