Category: Local

The social and economic impact of Sefton Park’s Palm House on Liverpool’s communities and economy has been officially revealed in a recent report. Approaching its 130th anniversary in 2026, the venue has undergone a comprehensive review of its activities over a three-year period to showcase its influence on individuals, flora, and the local area. Originally… Continue reading The Palm House effect

During a recent discussion, the justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, implied that her Conservative counterpart, Robert Jenrick, was endangering a trial’s integrity by tweeting about a criminal case. Jenrick, the shadow justice secretary, faced criticism for posting about a murder trial on social media a week after it had commenced, with the judge deeming his comments… Continue reading Justice secretary suggests Jenrick risked collapse of murder trial with tweet

In Liverpool since the beginning of the year, an alarming 436 vehicles have ignored the signals of school crossings. To address this issue and enhance road safety around schools, Liverpool City Council (LCC) is implementing measures before the start of the new school year. The council is introducing mobile CCTV cameras at crucial School Crossing… Continue reading CCTV to target reckless drivers at school crossings

The Emergency Alerts system in the UK will undergo testing on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 3 pm. During the test, mobile phones and tablets will emit a vibrating and siren-like sound, regardless of their sound settings. The message accompanying the alert will indicate that it is simply a test and that no further action… Continue reading Emergency alerts system to be tested

The rapid increase in oversized vehicles on the streets of England’s cities has become a cause of concern for researchers, who highlight the excessive space these cars occupy and the threats they pose to public safety. According to a study by Clean Cities, the percentage of SUVs among all cars has surged from 3% to… Continue reading Safety and space at risk as SUVs reach 30% of car market in English cities, researchers warn

Liverpool City Council is extending a call to all organizations in Liverpool that are dedicated to assisting young people in finding work. Thanks to a grant from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as part of the national Youth Guarantee Trailblazer (YGT) program, the council has access to £5m to support various projects aimed at… Continue reading Help Liverpool’s young people to blaze a trail to employment

In an unprecedented event, England’s top Olympic-style boxers will be showcasing their skills at the inaugural World Boxing Championships held at the prestigious M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool. This historic occasion is set to draw in a global audience, with tickets available for purchase starting at £15 (£5 concessions). To secure your spot at this… Continue reading Tickets available for World Boxing Championships

In September, Liverpool will be hosting the first-ever World Boxing Championships for Elite men and women, alongside a community engagement program to enrich the event. The city will welcome top boxers from around the globe from 4th to 14th September, with Culture Liverpool collaborating with creative partners to leave a lasting impact. The initiative includes… Continue reading Community engagement programme launches alongside World Boxing Championships

The upcoming British Science Festival in collaboration with Culture Liverpool is set to showcase an intriguing art piece called ‘Geist’ by This is Loop (artists Harriet Lumby and Alan Hayes) at Liverpool ONE from September 10 – September 14. This innovative sculpture will shed light on neutrinos, the enigmatic building blocks of the universe known… Continue reading New installation brings science to life in Liverpool

The residents of Speke are gearing up for a weekend of celebration with the launch of SpekeFest25, a community event highlighting diversity and culture. Taking place this Saturday (30 August) from 12pm to 6pm at Speke Adventure Playground and the Lifestyles Austin Rawlinson Car Park, the event aims to bring people together in a family-friendly… Continue reading Speke residents gather to celebrate community cohesion