Author: Annie Grey

Liverpool City Council has joined forces with experts from education, health, early years, and youth services to create a collaborative strategy that promotes healthy screen use among children and young people throughout the city. This partnership aims to provide families and professionals with practical, clear guidance to navigate the digital landscape responsibly. On Friday, 1… Continue reading Liverpool City Council leads citywide approach to healthy screen use for children

Liverpool City Council recently convened a significant gathering focused on enhancing women’s health and addressing persistent inequalities in the city. The Women’s Health Conference united women with lived experiences, alongside community groups, frontline workers, and system leaders. This event fostered the exchange of evidence and personal narratives, emphasizing collective efforts to improve health outcomes for… Continue reading Liverpool unites to advocate for women’s health and drive system‑wide change

Liverpool City Council has once again demonstrated its commitment to public health by pledging to accelerate efforts to reduce smoking rates in the city to under one per cent by 2040. This pledge aligns with the national goal of a Smokefree UK and highlights Liverpool’s dedication to going “further and faster” in tackling tobacco-related harm.… Continue reading Liverpool signs commitment to become Smokefree 

Liverpool has once again demonstrated its dedication to enhancing the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ communities by securing an additional five years of funding for Sahir. This support aims to expand the organisation’s vital work throughout the city, enabling it to continue serving as a cornerstone for local LGBTQ+ residents. Sahir’s efforts, which have long… Continue reading Liverpool backs LGBTQ+ health with five more years of funding for Sahir

Liverpool City Council’s Director of Public Health has released his latest independent annual report, highlighting a comprehensive programme aimed at transforming public health services to address entrenched health inequalities. The focus remains on enhancing accessibility, improving prevention efforts, and achieving better health outcomes for Liverpool residents. This initiative is described by the council as among… Continue reading Public Health annual report reveals wide ranging service transformation across Liverpool

Thousands of families in Liverpool may be missing out on valuable support designed to help them afford nutritious food, with an estimated £600,000 to £700,000 in Healthy Start vouchers left unclaimed annually. The Healthy Start program offers assistance to parents and carers from 10 weeks into pregnancy until their child reaches four years old. This… Continue reading Helping Liverpool families make the most of Healthy Start 

Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team has released the Year 2 update of the *State of Health in the City: Liverpool 2040* report, highlighting notable progress across the city’s health system and reinforcing the commitment to reducing health inequalities. Presented during the April Cabinet Meeting, the update underscored this initiative as a fundamental element of… Continue reading Public Health update shows Liverpool strengthening response to address health inequalities 

During the upcoming Easter holidays, families in Liverpool are being reminded to take a moment to verify that their loved ones are current with their routine vaccinations. Keeping up to date with vaccinations is essential to protect against various infectious diseases. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use this holiday period as an opportunity to… Continue reading Keep your family healthy this Easter in Liverpool 

On 27 March 2026, the second Speke Garston Partners’ Conference took place at Partnership for Learning, bringing together a range of organisations, community groups, and local services to address key concerns for area residents. The event was supported by Liverpool City Council and South Liverpool Homes, providing an opportunity for open dialogue, exchange of best… Continue reading Speke Garston Partners Conference focuses on community-led change

Families throughout the Liverpool City Region are invited to participate in the upcoming event, Little Smiles For Everyone, held at Liverpool Central Library. This free, sensory-friendly event is designed to provide children with an enjoyable and educational experience during the Easter school holidays. It offers a wonderful opportunity for kids to engage in activities that… Continue reading Little Smiles For Everyone: A free, sensory-friendly Easter holiday activity for children and families