Author: Sian McCosh

An enforcement operation took place last month in Liverpool, where 38 vehicles transporting waste were stopped within a span of four hours. The collaboration involved Liverpool City Council, the Environment Agency, Merseyside Police, and the Merseyside Rural and Heritage team working together to carry out roadside checks on vehicles transporting waste in the Liverpool Docks… Continue reading Council teams up with agencies to thwart unlicensed waste carriers

Liverpool City Council is set to take over key frontline services, such as waste collection, street cleansing, and parks maintenance, starting tomorrow. Previously managed by Liverpool Streetscene Services Ltd. (LSSL), these essential services will now be under the direct control of the council. This strategic move demonstrates the council’s commitment to creating a cleaner and… Continue reading Liverpool City Council takes control of essential services  

Liverpool City Council is issuing a warning to dog owners to verify the licensing status of their pet boarders, following the sentencing of a local woman who was operating an illegal dog boarding business. Ms Emma Guy was discovered earlier this year to be providing home boarding services under the business name Perfect Pets Home… Continue reading Dog owners reminded to be vigilant when leaving pups in someone else’s care

Liverpool City Council’s Bereavement Service has introduced a metal recycling scheme that has benefited charities supporting individuals dealing with grief. Families who have experienced loss have generously donated £60,000 to six different charities as part of this initiative. This is the first time the Council has engaged in metal recycling post-cremation, and they plan to… Continue reading Crematoria recycling raises £60,000 for charity

With the changing of the clocks this autumn, Liverpool City Council is emphasizing the importance of safety for cyclists and pedestrians. As the days grow shorter and evenings darker, it becomes more challenging for drivers to see those on foot or bike, especially if they are wearing dark clothing. The sudden transition in lighting conditions… Continue reading Road users encouraged to stay safe and be seen as clocks go back

Liverpool City Council is embarking on a significant project to upgrade lighting in the area surrounding the Bramley Moore Dock, introducing more intelligent and eco-friendly streetlights. The first phase of the project, to be carried out by contractor McCann, is set to take place from October 20th to November 11th, focusing on enhancing 11 key… Continue reading Smart lighting shines on Liverpool’s waterfront as major upgrade begins

A joint operation between Merseyside Police and Trading Standards in Liverpool has resulted in the seizure of a number of fake Labubu dolls. The enforcement visits at two stores on Ranelagh St and Church St uncovered nearly 100 counterfeit dolls being sold for £7.99. This initiative is part of Merseyside Police’s Operation Scent, which aims… Continue reading Fake Labubu dolls seized in Liverpool as Police and Trading Standards warn of safety risks

A popular lounge located on London Road has been forced to cease its operations due to violations of smoking regulations. Infinity Lounge received a three-month closure order from the courts following an investigation that revealed customers were smoking shisha indoors. Despite warnings from authorities, the owners persisted in allowing indoor smoking, even leading to a… Continue reading Liverpool lounge closed for breaching indoor smoking laws

Liverpool is hosting a special event aimed at promoting road safety for residents over the age of 60. While overall road collisions have decreased by 48% over the past five years, incidents involving older drivers have increased by 5%. The event, organized by Liverpool City Council’s Road Safety team, is designed to provide valuable information… Continue reading Stay safer for longer at free road safety event

Liverpool City Council was honored with a prestigious award during the recent Department for Transport Special Recognition Awards ceremony. The Collaborative Partnership Award was presented to the Council’s Transport, Highways, and Parking team at an event hosted by the Local Council Roads Innovations Group (LCRIG) on Wednesday, October 1st. The award recognized the success of… Continue reading Award drives home success of Liverpool’s road improvements