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(min-width: 480px)”>Fans from around the world came to witness Liverpool winning the title. Photograph: Joel Goodman/The Guardian “Ever since I was young, I’ve watched Liverpool with my dad on the TV, we had to be here” Chayce said. “We had to be here to see us win it live and celebrate together.” It’s difficult to… Continue reading ‘This is important’: on the ground with Liverpool fans at Anfield

o the wider community,” Dr Abdullah explains. “And we have very much tried to make the mosque a community hub. We’ve had trade fairs, jobs fairs, psychotherapy services, marriage services, housing services. We recently looked at making it a vaccination hub. We serve a lot of social needs.” This sense of broader social responsibility echoes… Continue reading Mohamed Salah: a bridge between worlds in Liverpool

The recent ballot regarding the proposal to adjust Liverpool’s Accommodation BID Levy to a £2 per night charge per occupied bedroom/apartment has officially closed, and the outcome is that the proposal has been accepted. This alteration will be enforced starting from June 1st, 2025, specifically on hotels or serviced accommodations that fall under the levy… Continue reading Yes vote on £2 overnight visitor charge in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council has officially been recognized as a Marmot City, acknowledging the city’s dedication to reducing health disparities and enhancing the well-being of its residents. This prestigious status was conferred by Professor Sir Michael Marmot, a prominent figure in health equity, during his visit to the city on April 23. Sir Michael’s visit to… Continue reading Sir Michael Marmot visits Liverpool to officially award Marmot City status  

Today, Liverpool commemorates a significant occasion of inclusivity and civic pride as 50 individuals from diverse backgrounds officially become British citizens in a special ceremony held at St George’s Hall on St George’s Day. Facilitated by the Liverpool City Council’s Registration Service, this ceremony represents the culmination of a deeply personal journey for each participant… Continue reading Liverpool Welcomes 50 New Citizens on St George’s Day

Liverpool City Council has officially launched the Family Drug and Alcohol Court (FDAC) in the city, following in the footsteps of other areas in the country. The FDAC offers an alternative family court for care proceedings, taking a problem-solving approach to help parents dealing with substance misuse and domestic violence. The service operates independently of… Continue reading Family Drug and Alcohol Court launches in Liverpool

A recently conducted public consultation has revealed widespread support for the implementation of a new cycle lane on Vauxhall Road, situated to the north of Liverpool City Centre. Liverpool City Council sought feedback from the public regarding the proposed continuous, one-way cycle path that would run along both sides of Vauxhall Road and Commercial Road.… Continue reading Residents give green light to proposed new cycle lanes on Vauxhall Road

BBC Radio 1 has announced a groundbreaking addition to Big Weekend 2025, scheduled to take place in Sefton Park, Liverpool from May 23 to May 25. The festival will showcase a special performance featuring Radio 1 Anthems acts, highlighting iconic tracks and memorable moments from the last two decades of music. Among the headline Radio… Continue reading More acts announced for Radio 1 Big Weekend

Delving into the depths of the Guardian long read archives, we unearth a timeless piece from years gone by, accompanied by fresh insights from the original authors themselves. In a poignant reflection from 2021, David Conn shines a light on the enduring struggle of the Hillsborough disaster victims’ families. For over three decades, they have… Continue reading From the archive: The great betrayal: how the Hillsborough families were failed by the justice system – podcast

A Liverpool studio has recently achieved recognition from the UK film industry for its efforts to become one of the greenest in the country. The Depot, owned by Liverpool City Council and managed by the Film Office, received a ‘Very Good’ rating from the BAFTA Albert sustainable studio standard. This acknowledgment solidifies The Depot’s position… Continue reading Liverpool film studio scores BAFTA win