Blog · 9 March 2023
With latest data revealing that Liverpool has high rates of alcohol dependency, Director of Public Health, Professor Matthew Ashton talks about alcohol harm, the support available for those struggling and how society needs to get serious about our relationship with alcohol. “It’s clear that alcohol plays a significant role in the lives of people in
Best Value · 8 March 2023
Liverpool City Council has welcomed the latest update report from the government-appointed Commissioners.
Blog · 8 March 2023
As part of No Smoking Day (8 March) Advanced Public Health Practitioner, and the Smoking Cessation lead for Liverpool, Ian Canning shares the latest research, and how stopping smoking not only reduces the risk of developing illnesses like heart disease and cancer – but will reduce the risk of developing dementia. “Many people will already
Eurovision · 8 March 2023
EGGS, brass bands, and folktales are just a few of the ways that the region’s schools will be invited to celebrate Eurovision as Liverpool prepares to host the iconic song contest. Following the announcement of EuroFest – a two-week cultural festival that will run alongside the competition – Liverpool’s education programme, EuroLearn is now getting
Blog · 7 March 2023
Ever wondered what it must be like to be on the organising team for one of the world’s most iconic music events? To mark International Women’s Day, City Events Manager Susan Gibson -who is part of the small team overseeing Liverpool’s Eurovision Host City activities – writes about how more than 20 years’ experience in
News · 7 March 2023
One of Liverpool’s key active travel corridors is to be given its first major upgrade since the start of the century.
Armed forces · 7 March 2023
An 80 day countdown has been launched to a commemorative weekend in Liverpool to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic.
Family · 6 March 2023
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News · 6 March 2023
Deputy Mayor, Cllr Frazer Lake, writes for Liverpool Express about the pivotal role of the Council's staff in its future...
News · 3 March 2023
The owners of two abandoned properties have been prosecuted by Liverpool City Council.
News · 2 March 2023
A share of £165,000 is up for grabs to help community groups make the Liverpool City Region a cleaner and greener place.
News · 2 March 2023
The first details of a two-week cultural festival – EuroFest – which will take over Liverpool in the lead up to The Eurovision Song Contest have been unveiled. Running from Monday 1 to Sunday 14 May, the festival will present 24 brand new commissions – 19 of which are collaborations between UK and Ukrainian artists
News · 2 March 2023
Save the date! Tickets for those wanting to be a part of the nine live shows which make up the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 will go on sale at 12:00 (midday) GMT (13:00 CET) on Tuesday 7th March. The six previews and three televised shows give fans the opportunity to experience the magic of Eurovision
News · 2 March 2023
Liverpool City Council has approved its budget for 2023/24.
Mayor · 1 March 2023
Liverpool City Council has appointed Andrew Lewis as its new Chief Executive.
Art · 1 March 2023
Liverpool City Council’s Claire McColgan has been awarded a CBE by Princess Anne, during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday (28 February). The city’s Director of Culture received the recognition – one of the highest royal honours – for her achievements and services to culture and arts across the country. She was accompanied
News · 1 March 2023
A public consultation has begun to find out the views of residents on what they would look to see happen on a key plot of land next to Liverpool's world famous Anfield stadium.
News · 1 March 2023
Liverpool and the wider city region have joined forces with Airbnb in calling on locals to help accommodate incoming fans of the iconic song contest. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to visit Liverpool when it hosts the 2023 showcase in May on behalf of Ukraine, as fans from across the UK and those
Civic · 1 March 2023
Dame Lorna DCVO DBE is to receive the Freedom of the City at a special ceremony on Thursday 2 March in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Midwifery in Liverpool. The Freedom of the City is the highest honour Liverpool can bestow upon an individual. Dame Lorna moved to Liverpool in 1964 with her husband
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
