Author: Sarah Latcham

Liverpool City Council has announced plans to expand its support services for dementia patients by opening 20 new beds for respite and specialist care. The expansion will take place at Sedgemoor, a purpose-built care home in Norris Green. The facility will add 10 new beds for permanent residence for dementia patients, and 10 short-term beds… Continue reading Dementia care support extended in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member responsible for Culture, Councillor Harry Doyle, comments on the current financial climate as local authorities are feeling the squeeze when investing in the cultural sector. Despite the fact we have been able to support local arts organisations and deliver cultural events for both locals and visitors, it appears that austerity… Continue reading BLOG: Let’s talk about Culture

The Sisterhood Soirée Pop up Market is happening on March 9th from 10 AM to 3 PM at St George’s Hall in Liverpool. This celebration of sisterhood is being held in honour of International Women’s Day with the goal of bringing women in business together to connect, commemorate, and champion one another. Come and meet… Continue reading Sisterhood Soirée at St George’s Hall

Liverpool City Council has taken a strong stance against retailers who sell dangerous vapes, shutting down eight businesses since October 2023. This new approach has resulted in thousands of illegal vapes being taken off the streets, with over 1,200 seized from a single business alone. The council is the first in the North West of… Continue reading Liverpool City Council continues to successfully target illegal vape sales

Liverpool’s historic Botanical Collection is set to benefit from a funding award of £245,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. A project plan will create a permanent home for the collection located in the walled garden at Croxteth Hall. Once nurtured and developed, Liverpool’s historic Botanical Collection will become a leading visitor attraction in the… Continue reading Funding boost for Liverpool’s hidden horticultural treasure

Liverpool City Council is seeking insight into how people can ensure they get regular exercise. Residents over 16 are being asked to complete a survey that includes questions on how active they are and what would incentivize them to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Findings from the new scheme, which follows the Physical Activity survey in… Continue reading Have your say to help residents move more and feel good

The start of the year marks the beginning of the Year of the Dragon, a time to focus on prosperity and happiness. Exciting events are set to take place in Liverpool to celebrate the Lunar New Year and it is hoped that everyone will be able to enjoy them. Liverpool is lucky enough to have… Continue reading A Lunar New Year message from the Leader of Liverpool City Council

Pagoda Arts, an organization with over 40 years of experience working with Liverpool’s local community to develop and deliver high-quality activities and performances, celebrates Lunar New Year with passion for Chinese music and arts. The CEO of Pagoda Arts, Zi Lan Liao, reflects on a promising year ahead. Pagoda Arts expresses immense gratitude towards Arts… Continue reading BLOG: “Let’s embrace the spirit of unity, diversity, and cultural exchange that defines our community”

Liverpool-based charity fund, The Ant Clausen Fire it up Fund, is offering £20,000 to young people looking to break into the creative industry. The fund was created in the name of Ant Clausen, a well-known photographer who passed away in New Zealand last year. The monetary grant will be offered to any individual aged between 16… Continue reading Applications now open for new photography and film awards

Looking for a unique way to experience the Grand National? Look no further than the ultimate Grand National breakfast, taking place at St George’s Hall on April 13, 2024. Experience the historic grandeur of the Great Hall as you enjoy a relaxed breakfast, complete with a glass of fizz or beer upon arrival. After breakfast,… Continue reading St George’s Grand Breakfast