Author: Paul Johnston

Liverpool’s Pride March for 2026 has been officially announced, inviting a large gathering of people to come together in a vibrant demonstration of visibility, unity, and celebration this summer. Scheduled for Saturday, 25 July 2026, the event will bring together organised groups, charities, businesses, community organisations, and individuals who will march through the heart of… Continue reading Liverpool Pride reveals 2026 route

Liverpool Experience Campus (LEX) has recently released its Social Value Impact Plan for 2026/27, highlighting the delivery of over £11 million in social value within the Liverpool City Region over the last year, and accumulating more than £28 million since 2022. This report underscores how the campus—home to a convention centre, exhibition centre, and the… Continue reading Liverpool Experience Campus delivers £11m in social value

Later this month, Liverpool will host a series of events to observe Armed Forces Week, featuring a formal flag-raising ceremony, civic activities, and a military music concert in the city centre. These events aim to honour the dedication and sacrifices of serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and their families. The official launch is scheduled for Monday… Continue reading Armed Forces Week events in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council has provided an update on its ongoing efforts to enhance the lives of unpaid carers as it marks Carers Week, observed from June 8th to 14th. Earlier this year, the Council’s Cabinet endorsed the All-Age Carers Strategy for 2025 to 2030, demonstrating a strong dedication to improving recognition and support for carers… Continue reading Driving forward support for unpaid carers

Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, has addressed the community in an open letter as an anti-immigration march is scheduled to take place on County Road. He emphasizes Liverpool’s identity as a city founded on diversity, unity, and kindness, highlighting its strong tradition of welcoming people from varied backgrounds who have contributed to the… Continue reading Open letter from Council Leader about anti-immigration march

Starting next month, a series of enhancements on Wavertree High Street and Picton Road will commence, aiming to improve travel along this important route in Liverpool. These works represent the latest stage in a broader initiative funded through more than £2 million from the Liverpool City Region’s Key Route Network Levelling Up Programme. The scheduled… Continue reading Work to start next month on upgrades to boost safety and accessibility on Wavertree High Street

The challenges young people face in securing employment remain a pressing concern, as highlighted in a recent study conducted by the Work Foundation. Councillor Joanne Kennedy, Cabinet Member for Education, Employment & Skills, attended the report’s Parliamentary launch earlier today and shared insight into current initiatives aimed at creating better opportunities for youth employment. Youth… Continue reading BLOG | A brighter future for our young people

Carers Week is scheduled to begin on Monday, 8 June, highlighting the vital role thousands of individuals in the city play as carers for family members or friends. This week serves as an opportunity to recognize their contributions and share information about available support and activities organized in their honor. One key offering during this… Continue reading Carers Week events in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council leader, Councillor Liam Robinson, spoke out in response to the announced anti-immigration march scheduled for Saturday, 13 June. He emphasized that Liverpool has a long-standing reputation as a city characterized by diversity, inclusivity, and a strong sense of community built on respect and solidarity. While Councillor Robinson acknowledged everyone’s right to peaceful… Continue reading STATEMENT | Planned County Road protest

Liverpool City Council, in collaboration with several partners, has announced new initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with dementia and their families throughout the city. The recently introduced Dementia Strategic Action Plan focuses on bolstering support systems, raising awareness about dementia, and encouraging people with the condition to stay engaged… Continue reading Liverpool launches new plan to strengthen dementia support across the city