Blog · 12 October 2026
Liverpool City Council is working with partners across the city to raise awareness of hate crime, encourage reporting and help people affected find support. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and welcome in Liverpool. Hate crime can leave people feeling frightened, isolated and unwelcome in their own communities. It affects individuals, families and neighbourhoods, and
News · 1 October 2026
October is Black History Month, a time to celebrate Black history, culture and achievement, and to recognise the contribution Black communities have made to Liverpool. This year’s theme is Honouring Our Communities. Deputy Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Resources and Transformation, explains why Black History Month is an important opportunity to celebrate Liverpool’s
News · 24 September 2026
Liverpool City Council has welcomed a delegation from Japan to share how the city is working to build stronger, more connected and inclusive communities. The visit on Wednesday 23 September was part of the Multicultural Communities Policy Exchange Programme, which brings together local government representatives to learn from different approaches to community cohesion and social integration. The delegation heard how Liverpool's long history as a port city has shaped its communities, with migration playing an important part in the city's identity.
News · 15 September 2026
Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet met at Town Hall this evening 16 September, working through an agenda that ranged from tackling child poverty to the future of the city’s waterfront. The meeting opened on a proud note, with the Leader reflecting on a standout few weeks for Liverpool. Queen Camilla recently visited Spellow Library, seeing firsthand
News · 14 September 2026
Liverpool City Council is all ready to help young people take their next steps to employment at the latest Youth Trailblazer event. The government-backed initiative has already seen over 700 young people aged 18-21 helped to access pre-employment support and job placements and now there is a new opportunity to find out about the programme.
News · 13 August 2026
Liverpool City Council is launching the Liverpool Young Futures Apprenticeship Programme, creating 29 paid apprenticeship opportunities for young Liverpool residents to earn, learn and build a career while making a difference in their city. Applications open on 13 August 2026 – the deadline has now been extended and closes at 11.59pm on 6 September 2026.
News · 13 August 2026
Didn’t get the result you were hoping for? Not sure what to do next? Don’t panic – there are still plenty of options available to you! Always reach out for support – you do not have to make decisions on your own. There is plenty of advice and guidance available in Liverpool to support young
News · 23 June 2026
Liverpool will once again come together this August to mark Slavery Remembrance Day, with a week-long programme of events celebrating resilience, remembrance and community. Running from 17 to 23 August, the programme will bring together residents, artists, researchers and community organisations to reflect on the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade and honour the lives
News · 18 May 2026
Residents are being invited to a free community event aimed at raising awareness of memory problems and dementia, while connecting people with practical support, advice and local services. The “Every Mind Matters” event will take place on Thursday 21 May, from 10am to 3pm, at FireFit Hub, 115 Upper Warwick Street, Toxteth, Liverpool L8 8HD.
News · 6 May 2026
More than 40 community-led events will take place across Liverpool this May and June as the Liverpool European Festival returns for its most ambitious year to date. Now in its fourth year, the festival continues to build on the legacy of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, celebrating the rich cultures, traditions and contributions of European
Blog · 30 April 2026
Last year, something special happened across Liverpool. From music and dance to food, film and storytelling, communities from across Europe came together to share their cultures with the city. Streets, venues and public spaces were filled with colour, conversation and celebration. Thousands of people took part, discovering something new and connecting with neighbours, friends and
News · 10 April 2026
Aged 18-21? Fancy employment support and a free pizza lunch? Then the Liverpool Youth Trailblazer has you covered! Young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) are invited to the next Liverpool Youth Trailblazer (LYT) drop-in event on Thursday 30 April. To be held at PINS Social Club, Duke Street, from 11.30am-2pm,
A strong and fair economy for all · 22 January 2026
In this blog, Professor Matthew Ashton, Director of Public Health, discusses how whole system public health can spark real change, uniting partners, communities, and evidence to build fairer, healthier places where everyone can thrive. Sir Michael Marmot often draws a powerful distinction between hope and despair. Despair is when we can describe a problem but
News · 7 January 2026
During bad weather our gritters cover 600km of Liverpool’s roads in a single run, sometimes doing two runs usually late at night and very early in the morning when the network is clearer. Here are some more facts about gritting and how we do our very best to keep Liverpool moving during the winter months:
News · 5 November 2025
Young people in Liverpool who are currently looking for employment are invited to the city’s first Youth Guarantee Trailblazer event later next week. On Tuesday 11 November, young people aged 18-21 can come along to Liverpool Town Hall to a special marketplace event to meet a wide range of partners who are looking to support
Blog · 10 October 2025
Liverpool is coming together this October to say one thing loud and clear: hate has no home here. From 11–18 October, Liverpool City Council and partners across the city will mark National Hate Crime Awareness Week with community events, workshops, and outreach sessions to raise awareness of hate crime, encourage reporting, and show solidarity with
News · 7 October 2025
Residents in L8 are being invited to take part in a special Community Awareness Day on Thursday 9 October, which will showcase the wide range of services and support available in the area. The free event, running from 10am to 3pm at the PAL Centre is being delivered by Liverpool City Council’s Neighbourhood Team in
News · 5 September 2025
Two unlicensed dog boarders, who were described by a judge as “incompetent at best” have been banned from owning or boarding dogs for seven years. An investigation by Liverpool City Council found that Rachel and Owen Dempsey had been advertising their services without a Dog Home Boarding Licence. The council stepped in after receiving reports
News · 22 August 2025
I am writing to express Liverpool City Council’s position regarding the UKIP march scheduled to take place in our city on Saturday, 23rd August. Liverpool is a city built on diversity, resilience, and unity. We are proud of our long-standing reputation as a welcoming and inclusive place, home to communities from all walks of life
News · 21 August 2025
Cobalt Housing has officially launched its voluntary Smokefree Homes policy, reinforcing its commitment to tenant health and wellbeing. The policy encourages residents to keep their homes smokefree to protect themselves, their families, and their communities from the harmful effects of tobacco and second-hand smoke. Cobalt Housing, which manages around 6,000 affordable homes across North Liverpool,
