A strong and fair economy for all · 12 September 2024
Liverpool City Council has welcomed the Government’s announcement that the city is to receive a share of funding from a newly established Community Recovery Fund following the recent riots.
A strong and fair economy for all · 11 September 2024
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has launched a ground-breaking initiative aimed at transforming the housing sector through innovative, zero-energy-bill homes.
News · 10 September 2024
Trigger Warning: This release discusses topics related to the prevention of suicide. Latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that, tragically, the suicide rate in Liverpool is increasing and is now higher than the average for England. Liverpool’s rate is comparable to that of the North-West and other UK cities where communities
News · 5 September 2024
Liverpool City Council’s Business Support Service is hosting four webinars over the coming weeks for the construction industry’s supply chain on upskilling. The webinars are supporting a commitment to social value and industry experts from Robertson, Seddon, LRTG and CITB will be sharing their expertise on the following areas: Construction Supply Chain: Health & Safety
News · 5 September 2024
Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 will return to Liverpool on Friday 6 September, celebrating a significant milestone – her 400th transatlantic crossing.
News · 5 September 2024
The second series of ITVX’s hit comedy series G’wed is the latest project to receive investment from the Liverpool City Region Production Fund via Liverpool City Council’s Film Office. Written by Danny Kenny and produced by Golden Path Productions, G’wed has become ITVX’s biggest comedy since Changing Ends after being streamed over six million times.
News · 5 September 2024
Liverpool marked Merchant Navy Day on Sunday 1 September with a special service and wreath-laying ceremony. A public service of celebration was held at Liverpool Parish Church, followed by a procession to the Merchant Navy memorial on the Pier Head. The service was attended by Lord-Lieutenant of Merseyside Mark Blundell, Lord Mayor of Liverpool Cllr
News · 5 September 2024
As many as 33,000 people in Liverpool could be living with high blood pressure without even knowing it. High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart attacks and strokes in the UK, but because it often has no noticeable symptoms, it remains widely undiagnosed. That’s why it’s more critical than ever for people to
News · 5 September 2024
A group of leaders from Cheshire and Merseyside ranging from public health, the NHS, Children’s Services and the voluntary sector, have joined forces to publish a statement on the urgent need to end child and family poverty in the subregion. The statement has been written in response to a report commissioned by Directors of Public
Thriving communities · 5 September 2024
Liverpool is preparing to turn into an epic night-time playground as River of Light returns to the city’s streets.
News · 4 September 2024
The inaugural mid-week market at Stanley Park, which launched in July for an initial 7-week trial, has been extended until Wednesday 30th October 2024, due to its overwhelming popularity. The market, which began with around 50 stalls, has quickly grown to host over 100 stalls each week, offering a diverse array of goods, including fresh
News · 4 September 2024
The highly anticipated cohort of emerging music creators for the 2024/25 LIMF Academy programme has been revealed. The LIMF Academy is an award-winning initiative dedicated to enhancing the creative and professional skills of young, aspiring music creators aged 16-25 based in Merseyside. Since its inception in 2013, the Academy has become a cornerstone of the region’s
News · 3 September 2024
Since October 2023, Liverpool City Council’s Alcohol and Tobacco Unit (ATU) has seized over 30,200 vapes valued at £362,736 and closed 26 shops. These impressive results are part of the Council’s ongoing crackdown on those determined to sell illegal products in communities across Liverpool. Tactics used by the team include an underage test purchase programme,
A strong and fair economy for all · 3 September 2024
Liverpool City Council is set to seek a development partner to help transform a prime waterfront spot into Liverpool's newest residential community.
News · 2 September 2024
Pensioners are being urged to apply for a benefit that could be worth on average £3,900 per year.
News · 29 August 2024
Homeowners and businesses affected by the riots earlier this month are being encouraged to seek compensation by the region’s Police and Crime Commissioner. Emily Spurrell is encouraging all those who suffered losses or damage to their cars, homes, or shops to claim compensation from their insurance companies. She is raising awareness that those caught in
News · 28 August 2024
Last weekend, Liverpool took a bite out of the big apple when a film showcasing the vibrancy and beauty of the city was streamed in Times Square. Entrepreneur and hotelier Peter Schriewersmann tells us about the pride at the role Hotel Anfield played in the video. Showcasing Liverpool on the global stage gives us a
News · 27 August 2024
Following the news that Oasis are set to reform next year, Liverpool’s Head of UNESCO City of Music, Kevin McManus, writes about how the legendary Manchester band has a lot to thank Liverpool for… The world seems to have gone mad with the news that Oasis are reforming for a series of gigs next summer.
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 · 27 August 2024
A project which helps bring a Liverpool community together, is set to bloom again. The Flower Streets project is a celebration of Kirkdale and its residents, and has already resulted in nine, large-scale murals on the gable end of houses – each one representing the namesake flowers of each street. The artworks are a celebration
