Category: Local

A new consultation phase has begun concerning plans to enhance walking and cycling routes connecting Liverpool city centre with the southern areas of the city. The proposed pathway stretches approximately 8 kilometers, linking the city centre with Childwall while serving several significant residential neighborhoods and important destinations along the way. Key locations on this corridor… Continue reading Consultation on Liverpool City Centre to Childwall walking, wheeling and cycling scheme

Liverpool City Council has obtained a closure order for Speke Mini Mart, located at 125 Alderwood Avenue, following extensive evidence of continued involvement in selling illicit cigarettes and tobacco products. Despite numerous warnings and enforcement actions, the shop persisted in these illegal activities. The case was developed by the council’s Public Protection Team in close… Continue reading Court Grants Closure Order Against Speke Mini Mart After Persistent Illicit Tobacco Sales

Liverpool City Council has issued a statement regarding the upcoming UKIP march planned for Saturday, 21 March 2026. The council emphasizes its commitment to combating racism and promoting inclusivity in the city, especially during this significant time for Liverpool. On 17 March, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet formally approved a comprehensive city-wide Anti-Racism Strategy developed in… Continue reading An Open Letter from Councillor Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council 

Liverpool City Council is marking World Social Work Week, a special occasion dedicated to acknowledging the vital contributions of social workers throughout the city. In recognition of this event, Alison Toolin, the Principal Social Worker for Adult Social Care in Liverpool, shared insights into her professional journey, the initiatives underway across the city, and her… Continue reading BLOG:“A profession I am proud to be part of”

Liverpool City Council is preparing to adopt a new strategy aimed at addressing homelessness in the city by allowing households currently living in temporary accommodation the opportunity to remain in those properties on a permanent basis. This change comes after a successful procurement process, with the council’s Cabinet set to approve five contracts for both… Continue reading Temporary accommodation could become permanent for homeless households

Liverpool City Council is preparing to endorse a comprehensive Anti-Poverty Framework spanning a decade, from 2026 to 2036, designed to both prevent and alleviate poverty while enhancing residents’ quality of life throughout the city. This initiative consolidates the Council’s current anti-poverty efforts into a unified strategy, fostering closer collaboration among various services and partners and… Continue reading Liverpool commits to 10-year framework to tackle poverty and improve life chances 

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) alongside the NHS is currently organizing the distribution of antibiotics for certain students in Canterbury, Kent, in response to several reported incidents of invasive meningococcal disease. At this stage, the exact bacterial strain involved remains unidentified. Between March 13 and 15, 2026, UKHSA received notification of thirteen individuals displaying… Continue reading UK Health Security Agency: Meningitis Update

The University Hospitals of Liverpool (UHL) NHS Group is seeking public input on its newly proposed five-year strategic plan. This initiative presents a rare chance to implement significant reforms that will reshape patient care for the coming years. Since the NHS was established 78 years ago, many factors have evolved dramatically. Drawing on population health… Continue reading Transforming patient care in Liverpool – share your views

The Liverpool Half Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, 15 March, with an anticipated turnout of 15,000 participants, making it the largest BTR Liverpool Half Marathon event held in the city to date. Due to this significant influx of runners and spectators, those traveling in and around Liverpool are being advised to carefully… Continue reading Liverpool Half Marathon – everything you need to know about this Sunday’s race

Liverpool City Council is preparing to move forward with the next phase of improvement works on Wavertree High Street, with a budget exceeding £2 million. The upcoming Cabinet meeting is expected to grant approval for these enhancements, which aim to boost safety and accessibility along the stretch extending from the Clock Tower roundabout to Spofforth… Continue reading Upgrades to boost safety and accessibility on Wavertree High Street