Category: Local

The Spellow Hub Library on Walton Road was vandalized over the weekend, resulting in an outpouring of support from individuals and organizations around the country. Councillor Ruth Bennett, Cabinet Member for Finances, Resources and Transformation, expressed her gratitude for the generosity of residents and partners who have provided everything from cash donations to help replace… Continue reading Update: Spellow Hub Library donations

Liverpool Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, has released a statement addressing the recent disorder that has taken place in the city. Robinson expressed his gratitude to the police and fire services for their action in keeping Liverpool safe, as well as to Council staff for their support, including emergency response, clean-up operations, and outreach work… Continue reading Council Leader responds following serious disorder over the weekend

Following violent incidents in the city over the weekend, Liverpool City Council has released an update on its services for families. Despite the incidents, all Family Hubs and Children’s Centres are operating as usual, ensuring that families and children who depend on these services still have access to them. Providers who support the council with… Continue reading Holiday activities programme and family services update

The Action! program run by the Liverpool City Council Film Office has helped more than 400 people start their careers in TV and film. In the first six months, 130 entrants have found paid work, with various roles on productions shot in the Liverpool City Region. 108 people have joined free introductory training courses to… Continue reading An ‘Action!’-packed career boost for new Film Office’s trainees

Anti-fascist protesters gathered outside the Abdullah Quilliam Society mosque on West Derby Road in Liverpool on Friday night, to counter a small far-right demonstration. Merseyside and North Wales police kept the groups apart. The centre of Liverpool was closed to traffic and ten people were arrested on suspicion of public order offences. The mosque, which… Continue reading ‘Love will prevail’: how a far-right rally in Liverpool was defused

Liverpool’s religious leaders have come together to call for unity and peace following the disturbing attacks in Southport. The call to arms came as protests were rumoured to be taking place, following similar events earlier in the week. Imaam Ahmed Ali from the Al-Rahma Mosque was one of those calling for solidarity: “We are calling… Continue reading Faith leaders call for unity and peace following Southport incidents

In a show of solidarity with those impacted by the recent tragedy in Southport, Liverpool will join forces with other nearby areas to illuminate public buildings and landmarks. This display is meant to serve as a mark of respect for those affected by the tragic incidents. Starting from August 2nd and running until the 4th,… Continue reading Liverpool landmarks to light up pink in tribute to those affected by Southport incident

Liverpool City Council leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, has expressed his grief and condolences for the Southport community following the tragic events of Monday. Three children lost their lives while others have been seriously injured at a dance studio in Southport. Robinson stated that Liverpool’s civic buildings would lower their flags to half-mast as a mark… Continue reading BLOG | ‘It is vital we stand together to ensure justice is done for the people of Southport’

To celebrate its 170th anniversary, St George’s Hall in Liverpool is inviting a host of talented performers to take centre stage in its iconic spaces. Culture Liverpool and the St George’s Hall team have curated a programme of events that will run from August until September, featuring a range of acts from comedians to singer-songwriters… Continue reading SGH170 Festival to celebrate the old and the new

Liverpool City Council has announced the launch of the Workforce Academy, a training centre designed to bolster service delivery by equipping staff within the Children’s and Young People’s Service with the tools, knowledge and support needed to make a real difference in the lives of their clients. The Academy, nicknamed ‘Care, Inspire, and Thrive’, is… Continue reading Council launches new Workforce Academy to help staff support young people