Author: Adam Evans

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

Liverpool City Council has given the green light to a pioneering initiative aimed at enhancing special educational needs provision through the creation of a ‘net zero in operation’ primary school. This new facility is envisioned around an innovative village community concept, designed to support children with complex and diverse needs. With an investment of £37… Continue reading Visionary new SEND school to be delivered as £37m landmark project gains planning approval

Liverpool is preparing to welcome five additional Family Hubs throughout January and February, further expanding local support services for families. The first of these new hubs, located at Belle Vale Children’s Centre, will officially open with a celebration event on Wednesday, 28 January. The event aims to offer a welcoming environment for all, featuring a… Continue reading Five more Family Hubs opening in Liverpool

Last month in Liverpool, a workshop aimed at supporting visually impaired children and young people was led by England’s blind international football player, Roy Turnham. The event focused on enhancing the abilities of school staff in the city to create a more inclusive sports environment for visually impaired pupils. This initiative was a collaborative effort… Continue reading Blind England Football star hosts workshop in Liverpool

Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council have jointly issued a statement aimed at reassuring parents and caregivers regarding recent concerns about potential threats to schools in Liverpool. They emphasized that local schools maintain well-developed and regularly practiced procedures designed to protect both students and staff whenever any potential incidents or threats come to light. Investigations… Continue reading Joint statement from Merseyside Police and Liverpool city council on recent school communications