Category: Local

Liverpool has taken a pioneering step by becoming the first city in the UK to introduce the BEAT Pharmacy initiative, a community-focused pilot aimed at enhancing early detection of heart failure and addressing health inequalities throughout the city. This program offers heart health assessments in a local setting, making vital testing more accessible to those… Continue reading Liverpool launches first UK BEAT Pharmacy

Starting Monday, 30 March, highway improvement activities will commence along Queens Drive. These works will focus on installing new drainage systems between Aigburth Vale and North Mossley Hill Road. Additionally, drainage enhancements will take place on North Mossley Hill Road, specifically between Ibbotson’s Lane and Queens Drive. To minimize inconvenience for local residents, commuters, and… Continue reading Queens Drive highways improvement works to begin next week

Liverpool City Council is collaborating with Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) and the sustainability organisation A Greener Future (AGF) to launch an innovative pilot training module. This programme aims to equip emerging professionals with the vital skills and knowledge required to promote sustainable practices within live events. Scheduled to commence in May, the initiative targets… Continue reading New sustainability module to power Liverpool’s green events talent pipeline

Liverpool’s acclaimed Stanley Park Market is preparing to make its return next week, marking its third year running. Recognized as the city’s largest weekday market, it will reopen on Wednesday, 1 April, kicking off the new season with a special Easter-themed celebration. The market’s operations are planned to continue weekly through to December. Originally scheduled… Continue reading Award-winning Stanley Park Market returns for 2026

On 18 March 2026, Liverpool’s Health and Wellbeing Board reaffirmed its dedication to addressing health disparities that impact women and enhancing support for unpaid carers. This recommitment followed significant discussions concerning the forthcoming Women’s Health report and the new All-Age Carers Strategy. The Board reviewed troubling statistics revealing that women in Liverpool spend nearly 30%… Continue reading Liverpool Health and Wellbeing Board reaffirms commitment to improving outcomes for women and carers

As Social Work Week 2026 arrives, Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, takes a moment to extend his gratitude to the social workers serving the city. This annual occasion serves as a meaningful chance to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable efforts of those in the social work profession. Across Liverpool, social workers leave a… Continue reading BLOG | Celebrating Social Work Week 2026: Honouring Social Work across Liverpool

Liverpool City Council is marking World Oral Health Day on 20 March 2026 with renewed dedication to enhancing the oral health of children, cutting down sugar consumption, and offering support to families throughout the city. This campaign draws attention to the critical role that oral health plays throughout every phase of life. A healthy mouth… Continue reading World Oral Health Day: A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life   

Roger McGough, one of Britain’s most beloved and humorous poets, once expressed the simple pleasures of aging with the lines: “It’s a joy to be old. The dog dead and the car sold.” For him, another satisfaction in later life has been the act of decluttering. As he cleared out numerous boxes filled with notebooks,… Continue reading University of Liverpool acquires entire archive of poet Roger McGough

Liverpool is set to officially unveil an ambitious initiative designed to enhance support for neurodiverse individuals on Tuesday, 24th March. This launch will take place during a city-region event that convenes leaders from sectors such as health, education, employment, and the voluntary community. The gathering aims to foster collaboration and commitment to improving neurodiversity services… Continue reading Liverpool’s Neurodiversity Strategy to launch at major regional event

Liverpool City Council is using World Social Work Week as an opportunity to recognize the dedication and impact of social workers within the community. This week, special attention is given to Kate, who recently qualified as a Social Worker after completing an apprenticeship in Adult Social Care. Her progression from apprentice to fully qualified professional… Continue reading Blog: Celebrating growth and practice this Social Work Week