Author: Sian McCosh

Liverpool has once again demonstrated its standing as a vibrant and secure urban centre by obtaining the prestigious Purple Flag status for the sixteenth consecutive year. This accolade is awarded by the Association of Town and City Management (ATCM), an international scheme that acknowledges cities providing a wide array of nightlife activities within a safe… Continue reading Liverpool recognised as one of the safest cities at night-time

Liverpool City Council is set to invest nearly £4 million in significant upgrades to Walton Breck Road, with a formal decision anticipated at the upcoming Cabinet meeting. The contract to carry out this comprehensive package of highway improvements is proposed to be awarded on Tuesday, 24 February, as part of the broader Anfield Regeneration Programme.… Continue reading Major upgrade planned for Walton Breck Road as part of Anfield regeneration

A retail outlet located at 242 County Road has been shut down for the third time in under three years due to the sale of illegal vapes and cigarettes. Since late 2023, the shop has changed ownership three times, with each proprietor subsequently facing court-issued closure orders following investigations conducted by Liverpool City Council. Initially… Continue reading Premises closed for third time over illicit vape sales

Starting in March, Liverpool City Council will initiate highway improvement works on Queen’s Drive as part of their ongoing effort to enhance vital travel corridors within the city. This project was approved during a Cabinet meeting in December, where the Council decided to allocate funding from the Liverpool City Region’s Key Route Network Levelling Up… Continue reading Council to begin improvement works on Queen’s Drive

Liverpool City Council is set to begin a series of improvements on Speke Hall Road later this month, focusing on enhancing several important transport routes throughout the city. The council has contracted Aureos Highways to undertake the project, with work planned to commence on Monday, 16 February. The duration of the improvements is expected to… Continue reading Major upgrade works set to begin on Speke Hall Road

Starting from Sunday, 1 February 2026, Bolt will launch a fleet of 2,000 electric scooters across Liverpool. These e-scooters will be accessible for rental around the clock, every day of the week, allowing users to travel freely throughout the city. This marks a transition from the current provider, as Voi’s scooters will remain available until… Continue reading E-scooter FAQs

Starting from 1 February, Liverpool will see the arrival of a major new micro-mobility service as Bolt partners with Liverpool City Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to introduce 2,000 electric scooters and 150 e-bikes across the city. This launch will replace the current provider, Voi, extending the electric scooter service to new… Continue reading Bolt launching new shared scooters and e-bikes in Liverpool from Sunday 1 February

Liverpool City Council has reminded all e-scooter owners and users to adhere strictly to the existing legal requirements when riding. This appeal comes amid growing popularity of e-scooters as gifts, especially during the Christmas season, and ongoing community concerns about underage usage and associated anti-social behaviour. The Council emphasizes the importance of riders being fully… Continue reading Council urges e-scooter users to respect the law

Liverpool City Council has partnered with local residents and councillors to revitalize Goschen Street in the Old Swan West area. This collaboration came about following complaints related to fly-tipping and unchecked plant growth. Over the course of two weekends, the team dedicated their efforts to clean up the space, making it both tidier and more… Continue reading Goschen Street gets a glow up 

Public Health authorities in Liverpool are urging local residents to participate in the nationwide Dry January initiative. This campaign encourages individuals to abstain from alcohol for the month of January, highlighting the health benefits, financial savings, and overall improvement in wellbeing that can result from pausing drinking habits. Alcohol Change UK leads the campaign, providing… Continue reading Liverpool urges residents to take part in Dry January