Author: Paul Johnston

This week, Liverpool is playing host to experts in oral cancer from around the world as they gather to address the challenges posed by this deadly group of diseases. The International Association of Oral Oncology, under the leadership of Liverpool surgeon Professor Richard Shaw, is holding its annual conference at the ACC, attracting cancer specialists… Continue reading Liverpool welcomes experts to tackle high rates of oral cancer

In Merseyside, a rise in measles cases is posing a threat to children and young individuals, with several children currently in a serious condition and undergoing treatment at hospitals. It is crucial for families to ensure that they are updated with the MMR vaccine to guard against measles. Measles is a severe disease that can… Continue reading Measles on the increase – what to do

Liverpool City Council’s Landlord Licensing team, in conjunction with Merseyside Police, successfully transformed a drug den in Anfield into a safe and compliant property. After receiving complaints about the property on Manningham Road in 2022, the council took action to address the issues. The evidence showed that the house had become a hub for Class… Continue reading Drugs den transformed

In a somber display of respect, the flag at Liverpool Town Hall has been lowered to half-mast following the tragic death of Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota. The talented 28-year-old striker lost his life in a devastating car crash in Portugal, along with his brother, Andre Silva. Expressing her condolences, Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor… Continue reading Town Hall flag lowered following death of Diogo Jota

Liverpool is bustling with excitement as the Local Government Association (LGA) conference kicks off, drawing in 1,600 council delegates from various parts of the country. The city’s Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, emphasizes the significance of Liverpool as the host for this year’s event. Known for its history of innovation and entrepreneurship for over three… Continue reading BLOG | ‘There is no better place in the country for the local government community to gather’

This week in Liverpool, more than 1,600 leaders and decision makers are coming together for the Local Government Association’s (LGA) Annual Conference, marking the first time the city has hosted this event. The three-day conference at ACC Liverpool will feature over 400 speakers participating in around 100 events, with additional fringe events happening throughout the… Continue reading Liverpool hosts key local government conference

Liverpool City Council has recently initiated a consultation process to discuss a proposed updated charging policy for non-residential adult social care. This marks the first time in at least three years that revisions to the existing policy have been suggested, as the current charges do not accurately reflect the actual cost of care provided to… Continue reading Consultation starts on non-residential adult social care charging policy

Liverpool City Council has expressed its support for the draft proposals put forward by the Government to reform local government finance. The Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has released its second consultation regarding the Fair Funding Review. The consultation seeks input on various topics, including how new funding allocations are determined, consolidating… Continue reading Liverpool welcomes proposed reform of local government finance

Liverpool is set to observe Armed Forces Week with a variety of events taking place throughout the city. The week kicks off on Monday, June 23, with the raising of the Armed Forces Week flag at Liverpool Town Hall by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Cllr Barbara Murray. This will be followed by a civic… Continue reading Liverpool to mark Armed Forces Week 2025

A landlord in Liverpool is facing a substantial bill exceeding £12,000 for overseeing a group of rental properties without the necessary licenses. Ballpark Property Limited admitted guilt to eight offenses under the Housing Act 2004 during a hearing at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The charges were brought by Liverpool City Council… Continue reading Landlord fined again for unlicensed properties in Liverpool