Category: Local

Liverpool City Council has recently released a report regarding the flooding events that took place on Queens Drive in 2023. This report comes in response to a tragic incident on August 26, 2023, where Elaine and Philip Marco lost their lives after their vehicle became submerged in water. In accordance with Section 19 of the… Continue reading Queens Drive flooding report published

Liverpool has once again received the prestigious Purple Flag status, marking the 15th consecutive year that the city has been recognized by the international scheme. This accolade underscores Liverpool’s dedication to maintaining one of the safest night-time economies in the UK, providing both residents and visitors with a secure and lively nightlife experience. As one… Continue reading Liverpool flies the Purple Flag once more

Liverpool residents will have the opportunity to participate in the city’s green waste recycling program once again, as green bin collections resume starting on Monday 24 February. The service operates from the final week of February until the last week of November annually. Those who enroll in green bin collections can have their grass clippings,… Continue reading Green bin collections due to restart

A concerning trend has emerged in the behavior of young drivers, as an increase in distracted driving incidents has been noted by road safety advocates. Liverpool City Council has launched a new campaign aimed at addressing the surge in mobile phone use among young motorists while behind the wheel. The core message of the campaign… Continue reading Drivers warned to keep hands on the wheel, eyes on the road

Liverpool City Council has launched a public consultation seeking feedback from businesses and residents on a vision to enhance the city’s economy over the next 15 years. The Inclusive Economic Growth Strategy is aimed at providing a framework for growth up to 2040, with an eight-week consultation period underway to help shape the resulting action… Continue reading Consultation launched to define Liverpool’s 15-year economic vision

Analysis of national property data reveals that Aberdeen, located in Scotland, is the most affordable city for single individuals looking to purchase a home in Great Britain. Research from the property website Zoopla shows that the average one- or two-bedroom home in Aberdeen is valued at just under £120,000, with monthly mortgage payments totaling £510… Continue reading Aberdeen named cheapest city for single homebuyers in Great Britain

LiverpooI’s City Council and its health partners are urging the public to remain alert to the risk of Mpox cases after an increase in cases in the Northwest. Mpox is a viral infection that can spread through close contact, including sexual contact, or through contact with contaminated materials such as bed sheets or towels. Like… Continue reading Public urged to be vigilant as Mpox cases rise

Liverpool City Council and its partners are urging everyone in the city to get tested for HIV and know their status during this year’s National HIV Testing Week, which takes place from 10th to 16th February. This confidential process is quick, free and particularly convenient this year, with numerous access points throughout the city available,… Continue reading ‘Know Your Status’, Take a Quick and Easy HIV Test

Liverpool City Council has announced that it is currently running a survey to review the current supply and demand for wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs), as well as other adaptations or assistance that people using hackney or private hire vehicles may need. WAVs are special vehicles that have been adapted by mobility experts to allow disabled… Continue reading Wheelchair accessible taxis consultation launches

A police officer from Essex has been fired from his job after admitting to “tragedy chanting” at Liverpool fans during a Premier League match last year. The misconduct proceedings were triggered after Sgt Tyler Coppin was found guilty of this public order offence during the Liverpool game against Chelsea at Anfield last October. Stewards at… Continue reading Essex police officer sacked after admitting ‘tragedy chanting’ at Anfield