Author: Annie Grey

Liverpool Experience Campus (LEX) is set to back a significant public health initiative this June, coordinated alongside BSG LIVE 2026, the annual flagship conference hosted by The British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG), scheduled from 22 to 25 June. This collaboration brings together key partners including BSG, the British Liver Trust, Liverpool Convention Bureau, and Liverpool… Continue reading Liverpool to deliver major liver health initiative with The British Society of Gastroenterology

The Fairer Healthier Liverpool Partnership recently honoured numerous organisations for their exceptional dedication to addressing health inequalities, advancing the city’s development as a Marmot City. This recognition took place during the Fairer, Healthier Liverpool Celebration Event on Thursday, 21 May, at The Florrie, where groups from the voluntary, community, faith, social enterprise (VCFSE), and public… Continue reading Liverpool celebrates organisations leading the way as a Fairer, Healthier Marmot City

Liverpool City Council has gained national acclaim at the Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) Annual General Meeting, where its groundbreaking and effective public health efforts were recognized among leaders from across the UK. The council’s Public Health Annual Report (PHAR) stood out during the AGM’s Annual Report session, earning praise for its use… Continue reading Liverpool recognised at national public health event 

Liverpool City Council has introduced a new initiative aimed at enhancing schools’ responses to cardiac emergencies throughout the city. The first training session under this programme was held today, Tuesday 19 May, at Rice Lane Primary School. This effort unites several partners, including Public Health, the Education department, School Improvement Liverpool (SIL), the Oliver King… Continue reading Liverpool launches citywide initiative to strengthen cardiac emergency readiness in schools

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