Author: Sian McCosh

This Sunday, 4th October, Liverpool’s waterfront will once again host the Everton 10K, attracting thousands of runners to the city. Organisers are urging everyone attending the event to plan their journeys ahead of time and, where possible, to use public transportation to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. To accommodate the race safely,… Continue reading Travel advice issued ahead of Everton 10K this weekend

Starting from Thursday, 1st October, the operating hours for Local Recycling Centres in the Liverpool City Region will shift to their reduced winter schedule. The centres, previously open from 8.00am to 8.00pm during the summer months, will now close earlier at 5.00pm, while continuing to open at 8.00am. There are 16 Household Waste Recycling Centres… Continue reading Recycling centres switch to shorter winter hours

Liverpool City Council has revoked the premises licenses of two shops located on West Derby Road, Tuebrook, following investigations that uncovered the sale of illicit tobacco products. The establishments, L6 Local Store and The Park Food Store & Off Licence, faced court-issued closure orders earlier this month after thorough inquiries conducted by the Council’s public… Continue reading Shops lose licences after selling illegal goods

Liverpool has seen a notable increase in recycling efforts among its residents, as reflected in recent statistics. Over the past year, the number of requests for blue recycling bins has more than doubled, with 6,631 such requests recorded, indicating strong community engagement in improving local recycling practices. This rise in participation follows Liverpool City Council’s… Continue reading Liverpool residents help boost recycling rates

Liverpool City Council has undertaken a project to revitalize the memorial garden at Springwood Crematorium, aiming to offer a more inviting and soothing environment for families to honor and celebrate the memories of babies and children. This newly updated space is intended to serve as a tranquil retreat for reflection and remembrance. The garden now… Continue reading Improved baby and children’s memorial garden opens at Springwood Crematorium

Road users traveling around Great Howard Street are advised to plan for extra travel time due to urgent repair work currently underway. Scottish Power is addressing a significant cable fault that has necessitated a complete closure of the northbound lane on Great Howard Street, stretching from the Paisley Street vicinity to Walter Street. These emergency… Continue reading Travel update around Great Howard Street

Liverpool’s allotment community has once again celebrated a successful year with the announcement of the winners of the city’s annual allotment competition. This event, organised by the Association of Liverpool Allotments (ALA) and supported by Liverpool City Council, saw participation increase to 15 allotment sites across the city, up from 13 last year. The rising… Continue reading Winners crowned in Liverpool allotment competition

Liverpool City Council has partnered with TyreSafe to address issues of tyre safety within the licensed vehicle sector. This collaboration follows several enforcement actions where taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs) were found to be operating with illegal or dangerously worn tyres. The council’s Licensing Officers discovered cases where tyres were so severely worn that… Continue reading Liverpool backs new tyre safety campaign for taxi and private hire drivers

As the new school year approaches in Liverpool, the City Council is urging parents and carers to carefully plan their travel routes to ensure children’s safety on the city’s roads. While families focus on preparing for the term ahead—buying school supplies, uniforms, and shoes—road safety can sometimes be overlooked amidst the busy activity. This year’s… Continue reading Heading back to school? Take a moment to plan your journey

Liverpool City Council is urging its residents to enhance their readiness for emergencies by participating in the annual 30 Days 30 Ways campaign. This national initiative, running throughout September, unites over 400 organisations across the UK with the objective of fostering greater resilience and preparedness among individuals and communities. The campaign provides practical suggestions, advice,… Continue reading Make sure you’re prepared for any emergency this September