Author: Paul Johnston

With the upcoming spring bank holiday weekend approaching (24 – 26 May), individuals are being advised to utilize NHS 111 online as their primary source for non-emergency medical guidance. This weekend in Liverpool is expected to be particularly hectic with Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 happening from Friday to Sunday in Sefton Park, along with… Continue reading NHS healthcare options advice of weekend events

Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, will be making a return to Liverpool’s River Mersey on Bank Holiday Monday, 26 May, after a spectacular naming ceremony at Pier Head. This marks the start of celebrations across the Cunard fleet, in honor of the 185th anniversary of the line’s first transatlantic crossing from Liverpool back in 1840.… Continue reading Cunard’s Queen Anne set for Royal rendezvous in Liverpool

Victims of crime in Merseyside are being encouraged to share their experiences with the support services they received to assist others in need. Merseyside’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Emily Spurrell, is seeking input from individuals who have been impacted by crime within the last three years to provide feedback on the support they received and… Continue reading Help shape the future of victim support

Liverpool City Council’s leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, revealed that two new councillors would be joining the Cabinet during the Annual General Council Meeting. The appointments were announced, with Cllr Jo Kennedy being named the Cabinet Member for Employment, Educational Attainment, and Skills, while Cllr Hetty Wood was appointed as the Cabinet Member for Housing. Cllr… Continue reading New councillors join Cabinet

A ceremony will take place at the Liverpool Town Hall on Wednesday, May 14th to officially swear in the city’s new Lord Mayor. Councillor Barbara Murray, who has been a dedicated council member in Liverpool since 2007 representing the Yew Tree ward, will be assuming this prestigious role. Throughout her professional career, Cllr Murray has… Continue reading New Liverpool Lord Mayor to be sworn in

Liverpool recently hosted EU Ambassadors and dignitaries for Europe Day, marking the first time for the European Union and the city. Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, expressed the city’s desire to become the most Europe-facing city in the UK during this event. The occasion welcomed 60 senior diplomats and sector representatives from 29 different countries… Continue reading BLOG | ‘Europe Day in Liverpool is a commitment to deeper ties’

Liverpool has embarked on a mission to establish itself as the most Europe-facing city in the UK by hosting numerous EU ambassadors, state consul-generals, and other dignitaries. The initiative began with an invitation from the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Cllr Richard Kemp, supported by Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, and the Liverpool City Region Combined… Continue reading Liverpool welcomes Europe

Cunard Cruise Line will be celebrating its 185th anniversary in Liverpool on May 27th, with a special event led by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal. The festivities will kick off the day before with the arrival of Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, in the Mersey. This marks a significant milestone for the cruise line,… Continue reading Princess Royal to lead Cunard’s 185th anniversary celebrations in Liverpool

A recent report by Ofsted has shed light on the latest monitoring visit of Children’s Services at Liverpool City Council. The inspection, carried out in March 2025, specifically examined the response to children at risk of exploitation or going missing, the support provided to disabled children, and the supervision of social workers. Notably, there has… Continue reading Ofsted visit highlights progress in Children’s Services

Liverpool City Council has been recognized for making significant improvements by the Government after the independently-led Improvement and Assurance Board concluded its oversight. This board, consisting of independent advisors, elected members, and senior officers at Liverpool City Council, was established to monitor ongoing improvements within the local authority following the end of Government intervention and… Continue reading Independent oversight at Liverpool City Council ends with praise for ‘significant and substantial improvement’