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This week, Liverpool is hosting a significant gathering of European diplomats and dignitaries for an extraordinary business conference. The city has welcomed numerous EU ambassadors, state consul-generals, and other important figures to participate in this exclusive event designed to deepen connections between the UK and Europe. The invitation-only conference, Liverpool Welcomes Europe, is organized by… Continue reading Europe comes to Liverpool! Leaders gather for Liverpool Welcomes Europe

A new initiative called SOS Liverpool, which stands for Search, Online, Support, has been launched across the city to provide residents and visitors with rapid access to trusted local services. These services cover areas such as mental health, housing, domestic abuse, addiction, and broader wellbeing support. The scheme aims to make it easier for people… Continue reading ‘SOS Liverpool’ scheme launches to connect the public with trusted local support

Liverpool Experience Campus (LEX) has recently released its Social Value Impact Plan for 2026/27, highlighting the delivery of over £11 million in social value within the Liverpool City Region over the last year, and accumulating more than £28 million since 2022. This report underscores how the campus—home to a convention centre, exhibition centre, and the… Continue reading Liverpool Experience Campus delivers £11m in social value

Liverpool City Council has opened a public consultation inviting input from residents, businesses, and local organisations regarding plans for a new Heat Network Zone within Liverpool’s city centre. The proposed zone includes parts of the city centre and the Knowledge Quarter, areas identified as prime candidates for implementing low-carbon heat networks to reduce emissions effectively.… Continue reading Have your say on city centre heat network plans

Bank View School is proudly acknowledging the remarkable accomplishments of two of its cherished community members, who have recently been honoured with distinguished national awards for their exceptional dedication to education and their support for individuals with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). In January, Governor Bob Davies was bestowed with the Member of the… Continue reading Bank View School celebrates national recognition for outstanding contributions

A major volunteer recruitment campaign is underway across Scotland, England, and Wales to find 9,000 individuals to support the historic Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Grands Départs events taking place in the summer of 2027. These volunteers, known as JOY Makers—a name reflecting the initiative’s connection to Grand Départs GB’s… Continue reading Grand Départ GB Calls For Tour De France Volunteers

Later this month, Liverpool will host a series of events to observe Armed Forces Week, featuring a formal flag-raising ceremony, civic activities, and a military music concert in the city centre. These events aim to honour the dedication and sacrifices of serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and their families. The official launch is scheduled for Monday… Continue reading Armed Forces Week events in Liverpool

A new public health initiative is being launched throughout Liverpool ahead of the upcoming men’s football World Cup this summer, aiming to uncover the realities behind gambling advertising and educate young people about the risks often omitted from such promotions. The campaign seeks to shed light on the growing presence of gambling adverts during major… Continue reading New campaign exposes truth behind World Cup gambling adverts

Liverpool City Council has provided an update on its ongoing efforts to enhance the lives of unpaid carers as it marks Carers Week, observed from June 8th to 14th. Earlier this year, the Council’s Cabinet endorsed the All-Age Carers Strategy for 2025 to 2030, demonstrating a strong dedication to improving recognition and support for carers… Continue reading Driving forward support for unpaid carers

Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, has addressed the community in an open letter as an anti-immigration march is scheduled to take place on County Road. He emphasizes Liverpool’s identity as a city founded on diversity, unity, and kindness, highlighting its strong tradition of welcoming people from varied backgrounds who have contributed to the… Continue reading Open letter from Council Leader about anti-immigration march