Author: Adam Evans

Liverpool currently boasts 11 Family Hubs scattered throughout the city, as the local council works toward establishing one in each neighbourhood. This year alone, five new hubs have been inaugurated, expanding on the six that were already in operation. These centres serve as vital support points for families with children and young people from birth… Continue reading Liverpool now has 11 Family Hubs as council continues to expand offer

Liverpool City Council is set to release a comprehensive long-term strategy aimed at steering regeneration, development, and place-making within one of the city centre’s most vital growth zones. The forthcoming Pumpfields & Limekilns Supplementary Planning Document (SPD), which is expected to be approved during the Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 24 February, lays the foundation for… Continue reading Exciting future outlined for city’s Pumpfields & Limekilns neighbourhood

Liverpool City Council has successfully secured a lower average rate for temporary accommodation provided to homeless individuals while also decreasing the number of people placed in hotel rooms. These efforts form part of a broader strategy to manage financial pressures on the council’s temporary housing budget, which currently supports around 1,600 households in interim or… Continue reading New contract to reduce cost of temporary accommodation

Liverpool City Council’s Planning Committee has given the green light to the initial building within the King Edward Triangle redevelopment project, marking a significant advancement in one of the city’s most ambitious urban renewal schemes. This approval paves the way for the transformation of a key waterfront area into a vibrant mixed-use district that will… Continue reading Green light for King Edward Triangle building as planning committee approves landmark

Liverpool City Council is preparing to make a significant move to tackle the city’s housing shortage by increasing the availability of quality homes. During the Cabinet meeting scheduled for Tuesday, 24 February 2026, officials will consider two key initiatives that could together result in over 400 additional homes across the city. The first initiative involves… Continue reading Two new proposals could provide more than 400 homes across Liverpool

Liverpool City Council is moving forward with a significant step in the development of a district heat network as part of the Advance Zoning Project (AZP), with the formal procurement phase now underway. This move follows a recent Bidders Day event where companies and stakeholders in the low carbon heat and infrastructure sectors engaged directly… Continue reading District heat network plans move to procurement as net zero strategy gathers pace

Liverpool City Council has announced that nearly 30 local initiatives focused on supporting young people in the city will share a funding pool of £500,000. This allocation is part of the council’s Public Health Youth Work grants programme, initially unveiled in 2025, followed by an application process to identify the most suitable projects for investment.… Continue reading Local youth projects chosen to receive share of £500k council funding

Last week, Josh MacAlister MP, the Minister for Children and Families, visited the Liverpool City Region to observe the efforts being made by local partners in reshaping social care and improving outcomes for children and young people. He praised the collaborative approach focused on providing children with a strong foundation for their future. During his… Continue reading Minister for Children and Families praises innovative children’s social care in Liverpool City Region and Cheshire

Liverpool City Council is celebrating a significant milestone as Knowledge Quarter Liverpool (KQ Liverpool) marks its tenth anniversary. Since its inception in 2016, this partnership has been instrumental in fostering innovation, developing skills, attracting investment, and promoting inclusive growth throughout the city. KQ Liverpool was established through collaboration between key institutions such as the University… Continue reading Celebrating a decade of impact with KQ Liverpool

During the recent festive season, more than 330 gift hampers were distributed to care leavers, made possible by donations collected through Liverpool City Council’s yearly Christmas gift appeal. These hampers contained cozy socks, chocolates, a special gift, and a perfume set. In addition to the presents, the organizing team arranged a Christmas party to celebrate… Continue reading Gift appeal provides hundreds of Christmas hampers for care leavers