News · 20 October 2022
A brand new event aimed at inspiring the next generation of music creators and industry professionals is taking place in Liverpool on Saturday 26 November. Open Sauce will bring together around 150 16 to 25 year olds who want to take their creative and professional practice up a notch by learning from top figures in
News · 20 October 2022
YOUNGSTERS across Liverpool will once again be able to take part in a programme of activities during half-term. The council is bringing together scores of organisations to offer hundreds of FREE activities for five to 16-year-olds as part of October Eat to Meet – which also guarantees healthy meals and snacks for all the children
News · 19 October 2022
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is looking for equality champions to help the region’s political leaders and policymakers tackle the discrimination and disadvantage that cause injustice and inequality in society.
News · 19 October 2022
After a ‘splashing’ summer holiday success, free swimming for kids is back for the October half term. From Monday 24 to Sunday 30 October, children aged 16 and under will be able to swim for free at all seven Lifestyles pool, which are: Alsop Aquatics at Wavertree Austin Rawlinson Ellergreen Everton Park Garston Park Road
News · 19 October 2022
The Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Roy Gladden, has reached out to his Scottish civic counterpart to express his commiserations around the Eurovision decision. Earlier this month, Liverpool pipped Glasgow to the post to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 on behalf of Ukraine. Writing to Glasgow’s Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren, Liverpool’s Lord Mayor thanked
Family · 18 October 2022
Over 50% of childing waiting for loving families on Merseyside are part of a sibling group.
Health · 17 October 2022
Liverpool City Council confirms new partnership with Sahir House – which will see vulnerable individuals and under-served communities supported. Local charity Sahir House is to lead on two brand new projects which will improve the lives of local LGBTQ+ people and those living with HIV in the city. The first will see Sahir House deliver
News · 17 October 2022
Residents in Liverpool on means tested benefits who are in arrears with their energy supplier are being invited to apply for a discretionary scheme to help with their gas and electricity bills.
News · 14 October 2022
The Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Roy Gladden, has written to the Mayor of Odesa to express his pride that the city will represent Ukraine by hosting the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest. Liverpool was announced as the host city one week ago, and after the win, the Lord Mayor penned a letter to the Mayor
News · 14 October 2022
There’s just one week to go until Liverpool’s Waterfront is illuminated once again with an incredibly popular FREE outdoor art gallery. For 17 nights from Friday 21 October to Sunday 6 November, River Of Light will play host to a series of artworks created by local, national and international artists – all on the theme
Civic · 13 October 2022
A civic reception is being held at Liverpool Town Hall on Monday 17 October for Italy’s Rugby League World Cup squad, who are staying in the city during the tournament.
News · 13 October 2022
The World Gymnastics Championships Liverpool 2022 has announced a free, interactive Fan Zone to be hosted in the Exhibition Centre Liverpool (Hall A) at the M&S Bank Arena for the duration of the Championships, which begin on 29 October and run until 6 November. The Fan Zone, which is open to both ticket holders and
News · 13 October 2022
A recreation of the solar system is coming to Liverpool! Our Place in Space is an 8.1km trail which will launch on Friday 14 October and run until Sunday 6 November. Beginning on Church Street in the heart of the city centre and running along the riverside all the way to Otterspool, Our Place in
News · 13 October 2022
Liverpool’s community-based and family oriented mental health and wellbeing offer has been recognised by peers at a prestigious award ceremony. Delivered by the team behind Mersey Care’s The Life Rooms, the Early Years’ wellbeing and resilience offer was set up in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and shaped in partnership with the council’s Public Health
Health · 11 October 2022
With new data showing that diagnosed cases of STIs are on the increase nationally, Liverpool residents are reminded that getting tested and treated has never been easier. Liverpool’s integrated service ‘Axess Sexual Health’ launched last year to improve the sexual and reproductive health of residents by taking a holistic approach to care. They offer better
News · 11 October 2022
An Experimental Traffic Regulation Order for Lime Street has begun today - 11 October 2022.
News · 11 October 2022
Around 55,000 women develop breast cancer each year. It’s often treated more successfully in early stages, so attending your routine breast screening appointment and knowing the signs and symptoms are crucial to improving survival rates. Breast Screening You automatically get your first invite for breast screening between the ages of 50 and 53. You’ll then
Fostering · 11 October 2022
A two-year plan to transform the way Liverpool City Council buys services in order to deliver better value for money for residents, is set to be implemented.
News · 8 October 2022
Following the announcement that Liverpool will host the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 on behalf of Ukraine, the Mayor of Odesa, Gennadiy Trukhanov, has sent his congratulations to the people of the city: Dear Liverpudlians, It is a matter of great pleasure to know that the bid of Liverpool, our sister city, to host the Eurovision
News · 7 October 2022
The Eurovision spotlight is set to shine on Liverpool after it was announced the city will be the UK host city for the world-famous competition. The European Broadcast Union (EBU) and the BBC have whittled the competition down from 20 cities, and today announced that Liverpool will host the event on behalf of Ukraine in
