Category: Local

One year after its launch in January 2025, Liv Life Liverpool, a service commissioned by Liverpool City Council, is marking a significant milestone by reflecting on its impact across the city. Developed in partnership with local residents, the programme offers compassionate, long-term support aimed at helping individuals achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The emphasis… Continue reading Liv Life Liverpool delivers life-changing impact in just 12 months 

As warmer weather approaches, Liverpool City Council is encouraging local residents to participate in this year’s Great British Spring Clean, inviting everyone to demonstrate their community spirit through this national effort. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the campaign, organized by Keep Britain Tidy, kicks off on Friday, 13 March. Throughout the two-week event, individuals across the… Continue reading Liverpool rolls up its sleeves for the Great British Spring Clean

Starting from April 1, Liverpool residents will be able to recycle a broader range of household items as part of an enhancement to the existing recycling collection service. This initiative is designed to encourage greater recycling participation, reduce overall waste, and contribute to environmental sustainability. Residents simply need to become familiar with the new list… Continue reading Residents can recycle more in blue bins and waste less thanks to service changes

Liverpool City Council has unveiled a proposed budget that plans to invest an additional £100 million into local services over the next year. A significant portion of this increase, approximately £90 million, will be directed towards demand-driven areas such as adult social care, Children’s Services, and homelessness support, aiming to assist the city’s most vulnerable… Continue reading £100 million additional investment in services in Liverpool

The text you provided is a segment from a sports article previewing upcoming Champions League knockout matches. Here’s a summary/analysis of the key points: ### Real Madrid vs Manchester City – This will be the fifth consecutive season City and Madrid meet in knockouts. – Madrid has won three of the previous four matchups. –… Continue reading Champions League last 16: tie-by-tie analysis and predictions | Jonathan Wilson

Liverpool City Council took the decision to close a convenience store located in Tuebrook following the discovery of a severe mouse infestation and evidence that some food items had been chewed by rodents. The store, known as L6 Continental and situated on West Derby Road, initially came under scrutiny after the Council’s Environmental Health Officers… Continue reading Mouse infestation found in shop shut by Council

An entrepreneur based in Liverpool is revitalizing underutilized school facilities—including halls, sports pitches, and meeting rooms—by converting them into dynamic community hubs. This initiative not only generates additional income for schools but also provides local residents with new opportunities to engage, stay active, and foster connections. Shima Ami, the founder of the Community Lettings Management… Continue reading Liverpool business turns empty halls into thriving community hubs

Liverpool’s libraries are gearing up to mark World Book Day this March with a variety of free activities designed for families and children. The events include everything from storytelling and crafts to author visits and interactive workshops, all aimed at engaging kids up to 12 years old. In addition to public sessions at several local… Continue reading Celebrate World Book Day at Liverpool’s libraries

Local authorities across England are currently grappling with unprecedented costs related to temporary accommodation for homeless individuals. Last year alone, councils spent £2.8 billion on housing the homeless, marking a 25% increase compared to the previous year and doubling since 2020. This surge in expenditure highlights a growing crisis that local governments must address. One… Continue reading The Guardian view on temporary accommodation bills: short-term fixes must be backed up by housebuilding | Editorial

Liverpool City Council plans to significantly increase its workforce to address the challenges present in the city’s private rental housing sector. This action aligns with the council’s existing Selective Licensing scheme, which mandates that all privately rented properties within certain designated areas must obtain a license. The scheme covers 46,000 rented homes and ensures that… Continue reading Landlord Licensing team to be expanded to tackle poor private rented housing conditions