Blog · 6 February 2023
As part of National HIV testing week (6-12 February 2023) Advanced Public Health Practitioner, James Woolgar explains more about the annual campaign and how fighting stigma and providing better access to testing and treatment will see us eliminate HIV within the next decade. “This year, the national HIV testing campaign returns with a new strapline,
News · 6 February 2023
The final chapter for one of the UK’s great urban regeneration success stories has begun with the appointment of a team to market 7.6 acres of prime waterfront land.
News · 3 February 2023
Cruise Liverpool has pushed the boat out to celebrate their one millionth passenger.
News · 3 February 2023
A Liverpool landlord has been fined £30,000 for failing to obtain licences for two properties housing students.
Blog · 3 February 2023
Over the past fifteen years, a defining feature of Liverpool’s economic growth has been its investment in its leisure and hospitality sector, which has been a driving force for the regeneration of the whole city, writes Mayor of Liverpool, Joanne Anderson. Liverpool is world renowned for music, football and heritage, and boasts the largest collection
News · 2 February 2023
A landlord has been landed with a bill of almost £2,800 for failing to clear rubbish and maintain his vacant property in Anfield.
Eurovision · 2 February 2023
The countdown is on to Liverpool hosting the Eurovision Song Contest. The 31 January saw a milestone moment when 2022 hosts Turin officially handed over the Eurovision keys to Liverpool, so now all eyes are on the city. Director of Culture Claire McColgan CBE writes about how the city has got to where it is
Eurovision · 2 February 2023
With just over three months until one of the biggest music competitions in the world takes over Liverpool – the Eurovision host city team wants YOU to get involved. The volunteering programme has officially opened, giving people the chance to be at the heart of this iconic event. Around 500 roles have been created to
News · 1 February 2023
Liverpool has officially begun its run as the host city for Eurovision 2023. The official keys were handed over by Turin in a ceremony at St George’s Hall on Tuesday, 31 January. The final will take place on 13 May.
News · 31 January 2023
The keys to Eurovision have been officially handed over to Liverpool.
Blog · 31 January 2023
By Martin Green CBE, Managing Director, BBC Eurovision 2023 The countdown is on and excitement is building. Right now, the whole Eurovision team across the BBC, along with our Ukrainian counterparts, Liverpool and all our other amazing partners are working together to deliver an unforgettable Eurovision Song Contest for 2023. The TV shows will
News · 30 January 2023
Liverpool City Council has been awarded Fair Employment Charter status.
News · 30 January 2023
Work has begun to transform an underused concrete amphitheatre into Liverpool’s first purpose-built children's learn-to-ride facility.
News · 27 January 2023
A project to radically reduce the environmental impact of Liverpool’s roads has been given a multi-million pound boost.
Health · 26 January 2023
Cervical cancer can be treatable if caught early, yet 1 in 3 people in Liverpool don’t attend for their cervical screening (Smear test) when invited. As part of Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, Liverpool’s Public Health team is reminding people to book an appointment if their smear test is due – alongside asking friends and family
Blog · 26 January 2023
On the 200th anniversary of the death of Edward Jenner – the pioneer of the world’s first vaccine, Director of Public Health, Professor Matthew Ashton reflects on Jenner’s legacy and how life-threatening diseases like measles haven’t gone away – but are being kept at bay through immunisation. “Edward Jenner (17 May 1749 – 26 January 1823) was
News · 26 January 2023
Young people in Liverpool have developed resources for local teenagers to increase awareness of healthy relationships. Liverpool Young Advisors have worked with Liverpool’s Safeguarding Children Partnership and the NSPCC to raise awareness on issues surrounding consent, sexting, healthy relationships and sexual abuse. Following months of consultation with young people across Liverpool, the Young Advisors –
News · 24 January 2023
LIVERPOOL will mark international Holocaust Memorial Day this year with a Service of Remembrance at Liverpool Town Hall. The service, for invited guests, will be held on Friday, 27 January, and will include prayers led by Rabbi Natan Fagleman, Allerton Hebrew Congregation, and an Act of Commitment by representatives of other faiths. There will also
News · 23 January 2023
Following the publication of the Best Value Inspection report, Liverpool City Council embarked on a three-year improvement journey. Interim Chief Executive Theresa Grant outlines how a restructure of the organisation will help deliver best value for residents. “A tremendous amount of work has been going on in Liverpool over the last 18 months to address
Blog · 20 January 2023
Liverpool has a rich tradition of housing co-operatives, and a new strategy is about to revive the spirit of that approach, writes Cllr Sarah Doyle, Cabinet Member for Development and Housing.
