Category: Local

The West Yorkshire bus services will be brought under public control, following the footsteps of Greater Manchester and Liverpool, who have already reversed four decades of deregulation to return to a franchised system. This means that private operators must win contracts to run routes, and the local authority will decide on timetables, fares and take… Continue reading West Yorkshire to bring bus services under public control

Merseyside Police has successfully obtained funding to install new lighting, CCTV, and a dedicated speaker system at St John’s Gardens in Liverpool city centre. The force has worked with partners to reduce criminal activity and serious violence in the area, and these new safety measures are expected to deter potential offenders and broadcast crime prevention… Continue reading New safety measures installed at St John’s Gardens

St Johns Market has closed due to unpaid rent and service charges. The businesses within the market owe the Council more than £1.7m, dating back to August 2020. Last October, the Council asked the businesses to pay the outstanding monies and invited them into negotiations, but unfortunately, negotiations failed. Despite an offer being made, it… Continue reading St Johns Market – FAQs

Liverpool City Council has ordered the closure of St Johns Market, and the termination of all 43 tenancies, effective immediately. The council has been trying to resolve the substantial unpaid rents and service charges, dating back to August 2020, with the market traders for some time. The council made concerted efforts to reach a repayment… Continue reading STATEMENT: St Johns Market has closed

Liverpool City Council has announced plans to expand its support services for dementia patients by opening 20 new beds for respite and specialist care. The expansion will take place at Sedgemoor, a purpose-built care home in Norris Green. The facility will add 10 new beds for permanent residence for dementia patients, and 10 short-term beds… Continue reading Dementia care support extended in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member responsible for Culture, Councillor Harry Doyle, comments on the current financial climate as local authorities are feeling the squeeze when investing in the cultural sector. Despite the fact we have been able to support local arts organisations and deliver cultural events for both locals and visitors, it appears that austerity… Continue reading BLOG: Let’s talk about Culture

Liverpool is launching a ‘Serious Violence Reduction Plan’ to further reduce major violent crime in the city. The blueprint is designed to tackle the issue across a range of sectors, including prisons, education, probation, emergency services and the voluntary and community sector. Launching on 11 March, the plan will focus on four priorities: education, families,… Continue reading Serious violence reduction plan to be launched

The Speke and Garston Coastal Reserve in Liverpool is witnessing a shift in seasons, with fresh meadow cranesbill and snow-white blackthorn flowers marking the arrival of spring. The 70-acre site was once Liverpool airport before it moved to a new location a few miles away to become Liverpool John Lennon airport. Now, the reserve’s rich… Continue reading Country diary: Seasons are changing as the Mersey slides by

Following the publication of revised directions, the UK Government has confirmed a significant decrease in its involvement with Liverpool City Council. The Commissioners will relinquish several powers in the upcoming weeks, ahead of schedule. Specifically, the Council will regain the appointment of the most senior managers, oversight of finance and highways functions from 31 March.… Continue reading Reduction in Liverpool City Council intervention confirmed by Government  

The Liverpool City Council has recently approved a budget for 2024/25 that aims to improve and transform vital frontline services with a £20m investment. The budget intends to improve adult social services, children in care, and tackle homelessness, while also investing in environmental programs. The Council has also increased its budgets for demand-led services to… Continue reading Liverpool City Council budget approved