Category: Local

Liverpool’s Lifestyles centres could be taken over by two external organisations as part of a community asset transfer process. City of Liverpool Gymnastics Foundation has submitted its interest in taking over Park Road Lifestyles, while St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust has put itself forward in relation to Everton Park Lifestyles. Liverpool City Council has… Continue reading Update on the future of two of the city’s Lifestyle Centres

Magnus Hastings, an award-winning photographer, is displaying his biggest exhibition to date at Liverpool’s Walker Art Gallery. The exhibition titled Queen, celebrates the artistry of drag and the collective spirit of pride. Featuring newly commissioned photographs, dozens of Liverpool’s drag artists were shot in the city’s Pride Quarter. The gallery describes it as the “first… Continue reading Photographer Magnus Hastings celebrates the artistry and pride of drag

Professor Matthew Ashton, Liverpool’s Director of Public Health, has shared his thoughts on the proposed UK smoking ban and the new six-year Tobacco Control Strategy for Liverpool following the #KingsSpeech. This week marked a significant move in Liverpool’s journey towards being smoke-free as the Liverpool Tobacco Control Alliance joined together to launch the city’s new… Continue reading BLOG: Let’s make smoking in Liverpool history

The Private Sector Housing Intelligence and Enforcement Force of Liverpool was established in December 2019 to tackle the activities of rogue and criminal landlords in the City’s private rental sector. This initiative forms part of a Government-funded pathfinder programme designed to identify best practices for local authorities, and Liverpool will receive funding for the project… Continue reading BLOG | How we are cracking down on rogue landlords

The Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority has launched a new campaign aimed at educating Liverpool residents about the journey of recycling in the city region. The campaign features a series of videos that showcase where recycling goes after it is collected from curbsides, how it is sorted for reprocessing and redistributed to recycling markets. It… Continue reading Journey of recycling campaign launches

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet has approved the adoption of a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) aimed at improving walking and cycling facilities in the city over the next ten years. The document will shape the design of both council-led and privately-led development schemes with the primary objective of encouraging residents and visitors to… Continue reading Active Travel plan gets green light

The inclusion of the Hillsborough Law in the King’s Speech has been hailed by Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, as a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. The law, which is set to be enacted in the near future, represents a major victory for the families of those who died in 1989 and… Continue reading BLOG: Hillsborough Law means campaigners long fight for the truth was not in vain

The LCR Pride Foundation is encouraging LGBT+ voices to be heard as it reveals plans for Liverpool’s flagship pride festival weekend in 2024. The charity’s annual theme, “Be Heard,” will be front and center of Pride in Liverpool’s programme set to be held from July 26th to 28th. The proceedings will begin with “Pride Classical,”… Continue reading Full Pride in Liverpool Weekend Programme Revealed

Stanley Park, one of Liverpool’s most well-known parks, will host its first weekly market this summer. The historic Grade II* listed park will see around 50 stalls offering a vast range of items, including crafts, fashion, fresh produce and accessories. A food and drinks area will also be in place for visitors. The market will… Continue reading Summer Market Fun at Stanley Park

The city of Liverpool has nominated eight individuals to become Citizens of Honour for their unique contributions to the city and beyond. The nominations include Professor John Ashton, the Reverend Canon Dr Crispin Pailing, Leroy Cooper, Chrissie Byrne, and the four members of The Real Thing. The honourees will be considered for approval at a… Continue reading City gr-eight-ful to its latest Citizens of Honour