Author: Paul Johnston

A landlord in Anfield has recently been handed a bill exceeding £16,000 for multiple disrepair and other issues found at an HMO property. The landlord, identified as Patrick Duggan of 34 Arkles Lane, L4 2SP, was found guilty of breaching HMO Management Regulations and licensing conditions at Sefton Magistrates’ Court on March 25th. Liverpool City… Continue reading Anfield landlord fined for HMO breaches

Liverpool City Council has decided to waive road closure fees for residents who wish to organize street parties in celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day between Thursday 8 May and Sunday 11 May. The Government is actively encouraging communities across the country to partake in street or home festivities, complete with flags, bunting,… Continue reading VE Day 80 street party applications open

The process of revitalizing the twinning agreement between Liverpool and Dublin has officially commenced. This sister city arrangement, established in 1997, symbolizes the deep-rooted and shared history between the two cities. Recently, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Emma Blain, paid a visit to Liverpool to engage with her counterparts: Cllr Richard Kemp, Council Leader, Cllr… Continue reading Liverpool and Dublin reignite twin city agreement

During a recent Community Impact Day in Anfield, a knife and one hundred illegal vapes were uncovered, highlighting the collaborative efforts of various organizations in addressing community concerns. Led by the Council’s Private Sector Housing Team on Thursday, March 27th, the event saw the participation of local authorities such as Merseyside Police, Liverpool Streetscene Ltd,… Continue reading Knife and illegal vapes seized in Anfield during Community Impact Day

In a significant development today, Liverpool City Region and the Isle of Man have signed a landmark agreement, ushering in a new era of collaboration between the two regions. The agreement emphasizes the shared commitment to enhancing the prosperity and well-being of their communities by strengthening economic, cultural, and political ties. The historical strong relationship… Continue reading New era of cooperation between Liverpool and the Isle of Man

Utilizing spoken word as a tool for education, a Home Office-supported initiative is being implemented to address gang culture and enhance safety in Merseyside. Merseyside Police, in collaboration with Liverpool City Council, is taking a novel approach to combat serious and organized crime by introducing the ‘Dear Merseyside’ program in secondary schools located in EVOLVE… Continue reading Spoken word used to tackle serious organised crime as fourth EVOLVE operation launched

Liverpool is looking to extend a scheme that provides furniture and domestic appliances to individuals in crisis. The Citizens Support Scheme’s ‘home needs’ element aids residents who struggle to afford essential items such as refrigerators, ovens, sofas, and beds. Last year, the scheme, valued at £1.4 million and managed by Liverpool-based social enterprise The Furniture… Continue reading Liverpool City Council set to extend contract for crisis household scheme

In Liverpool, a new, simpler Council Tax Support Scheme for working-age individuals will be implemented next month. This scheme provides a discount to low-income households on their annual tax bill, with about one-third of Liverpool households currently benefiting from it. The upcoming changes, set to take effect in April, aim to assist those on the… Continue reading Revised Council Tax Support Scheme introduced

In a bid to address issues related to organized crime and anti-social behavior, two properties in Liverpool have undergone a significant transformation. Over the past couple of years, the Council’s Private Sector Housing team has collaborated closely with Merseyside Police to combat organized crime within rental properties in Liverpool. The Landlord Licensing scheme by the… Continue reading Problem properties undergo “heavenly” transformation

Liverpool City Council’s budget for the upcoming year has received approval from councillors. The budget will see an additional £15.3 million allocated towards frontline services for residents. A particular emphasis will be placed on neighbourhood services, with an extra £1.5 million designated to address issues like flytipping, street cleansing, and blight. Efforts to enhance street… Continue reading Council budget for 2025/26 agreed