Category: Local

Liverpool City Council has taken a significant step forward in revitalizing the historic Festival Gardens site on the city’s south waterfront by approving the legal agreements required to progress a major regeneration project. This ambitious scheme, developed in partnership with Urban Splash Development and igloo, aims to create a new residential neighbourhood comprising around 800… Continue reading Festival Gardens set for transformation as development deal agreed

The complete route for the Tour de France’s anticipated visit to Liverpool in 2027 has been officially released, heightening anticipation as the world’s premier cycling race prepares to return to the UK. Organizers from A.S.O. unveiled the specific course that cyclists will take within Liverpool and the surrounding City Region, positioning the area prominently within… Continue reading Tour de France 2027: full route for historic Liverpool leg revealed

Liverpool City Council will hold its annual Service of Remembrance on Sunday, 8 November, at the plateau in front of St George’s Hall. This year’s event coincides with the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, paying tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during conflicts. Under the theme “Liverpool Remembers,” the ceremony will… Continue reading Liverpool to come together for 2026 Remembrance Sunday

Significant enhancements are planned for County Road, one of Liverpool’s most familiar high streets, including the introduction of pocket parks, additional trees, murals, and various street improvements. These initiatives aim to revitalize the area by fostering a cleaner, greener, and more inviting atmosphere tailored for residents, visitors, and shoppers alike. This investment programme was formulated… Continue reading First step in County Road improvements

Apple Corps Ltd. has unveiled ambitious plans to relocate and greatly expand The Beatles Story, the renowned and award-winning attraction dedicated to the legendary band. Set for 2028, the attraction will move from its current location at Liverpool’s Albert Dock to a much larger site previously occupied by St Johns Market within the St Johns… Continue reading Apple Corps announces plan for a new 100,000 square foot Beatles experience in Liverpool

Liverpool is set to introduce a vast new Beatles-themed attraction covering 100,000 square feet, a development praised as “extraordinary” by Paul McCartney and lauded by Andy Burnham for its ambitious vision. Scheduled to open in 2028, this initiative represents a significant expansion from the existing Beatles Story museum, which has been located at Royal Albert… Continue reading Vast Beatles museum, hailed as ‘extraordinary’ by Paul McCartney, to open in Liverpool in 2028

Last week, a significant delegation from Liverpool traveled to India to bolster international cooperation and develop new partnerships across sectors such as government, healthcare, innovation, and enterprise. The initiative began with Liverpool City Council leading a programme in Hyderabad from 12 to 14 October, followed by a visit to Bengaluru on 15 October, where the… Continue reading Liverpool delegation forges landmark health, innovation and enterprise partnerships in India

As the evenings grow darker with the arrival of autumn, Liverpool City Council is urging all road users to exercise heightened caution. The clocks will be set back on Sunday, 25 October, which coincides with the school half-term break throughout the city. This period tends to be particularly busy, as many families and young people… Continue reading Be bright, be seen, be safe on our roads as clocks go back

Liverpool city centre will see several temporary traffic arrangements introduced in the coming weeks to ensure the smooth and safe execution of this year’s River of Light festival. Travelers are advised to plan their journeys in advance, as these measures include road closures and changes to local rail services prompted by significant Merseyrail infrastructure work.… Continue reading Important city centre travel information for October

Road users should anticipate delays when travelling around Great Howard Street due to urgent repair works currently underway. Scottish Power is addressing a significant cable fault, which has necessitated a complete closure of the northbound lane on Great Howard Street between the Paisley Street and Saltney Street areas. Travelers are advised to use alternative routes… Continue reading Travel update around Great Howard Street