Author: Sian McCosh

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

Liverpool City Council, together with Merseyside Police, has issued a safety reminder for e-scooter users to comply with legal requirements and prioritize safe riding practices while navigating the city. E-scooters have gained popularity as a convenient, eco-friendly transportation alternative, offering an efficient way to complete short trips without relying on cars. In a bid to… Continue reading Liverpool City Council and Merseyside Police remind e-scooter users to stay safe and follow the law

Improvement works have begun on Wavertree High Street and Picton Road, aiming to enhance the travel experience along this important route in Liverpool. This phase follows an investment exceeding £2 million provided by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, with the construction activities commencing on Monday, 6 July. The appointed contractor, Aureos Highways, is responsible… Continue reading Update on works to boost safety and accessibility on Wavertree High Street

Liverpool City Council has partnered with Cycling UK to offer a series of complimentary “Dr Bike” drop-in sessions throughout the city, running until the end of September. These events aim to promote safer cycling and support active travel by providing cyclists with the chance to have their bicycles professionally inspected free of charge. At these… Continue reading Get free bike checks this summer

Liverpool City Council is inviting traders to express their interest in operating within a designated street trading zone near Everton Football Stadium. This initiative is part of the Council’s effort to establish suitable arrangements for street trading on matchdays and during other stadium-related events. Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to provide information about their… Continue reading Street Trading Opportunities in and around Everton Football Stadium (Hill Dickinson)

A public competition has recently been launched, offering a rare chance to become one of the first passengers to sail on the brand-new Mersey Ferry, the Royal Daffodil. This marks the introduction of the first new vessel for the Mersey Ferry service in over six decades. The special celebratory cruise is scheduled for 26 September… Continue reading Win your place in history aboard the new Mersey Ferry

It looks like you’ve shared a detailed excerpt about the EVOLVE project by Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council, focusing on the “Dear Merseyside” resource. This initiative uses poetry and creative arts as tools to engage young people in conversations about violence prevention, community resilience, and positive change. The families of victims, like Sam Rimmer,… Continue reading Bereaved families back new educational resource on fourth anniversary of EVOLVE

Liverpool City Council is encouraging both locals and visitors to take responsibility for protecting the city’s numerous parks and green spaces by disposing of waste properly and acting considerately, especially during the busy summer months. With over 100 parks attracting thousands of people annually, the Council emphasizes the importance of keeping these communal areas clean,… Continue reading Liverpool City Council asks people to ‘please respect our parks’

A pilot scheme aimed at addressing pest problems and the environmental conditions that contribute to them has involved visiting over 350 homes. This initiative is a collaborative effort between Liverpool City Council’s Pest Control team, Environmental Enforcement, and Streetscene officers, focusing on neighborhoods such as Pagebank Road and Pilch Lane. These areas were selected after… Continue reading Pilot scheme tackles pests and waste issues in local neighbourhood