Tag: Local News

Liverpool City Council has partnered with local residents and councillors to revitalize Goschen Street in the Old Swan West area. This collaboration came about following complaints related to fly-tipping and unchecked plant growth. Over the course of two weekends, the team dedicated their efforts to clean up the space, making it both tidier and more… Continue reading Goschen Street gets a glow up 

When severe weather hits Liverpool, gritters cover an extensive 600 kilometers of roads in a single operation, sometimes completing a second round as early as 4 a.m. This commitment helps ensure that the city keeps moving during the challenging winter months. Below are several important facts that clarify common misunderstandings about gritting and how the… Continue reading Gritting myth buster

Liverpool European Partnership has been honoured as the national winner in the Community Champions category of the EU Delegation’s EmpowerEU Award. The accolade was presented in London on 20 November and recognises organisations that unite EU citizens, foster stronger local communities, and encourage inclusion and civic engagement throughout the UK. This group actively brings together… Continue reading Liverpool European Partnership wins national award for strengthening community ties 

Liverpool City Council’s Highways team is marking significant achievements through the Liverpool Live Labs Programme, which continues to lead efforts in decarbonising roads and advancing sustainable transport initiatives in the UK. This ambitious project is part of ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads in the UK, a £30 million, three-year nationwide programme funded by… Continue reading Liverpool in pole position in the drive towards sustainable highways innovation

During the summer of 2024, anti-immigration unrest swept through the UK, placing one of Liverpool’s oldest churches in a precarious position. St Anne’s Church, located in Toxteth and boasting a history spanning 180 years, was among numerous sites across the country featured on a far-right “hitlist” circulated online. One disturbing image depicted the church’s iconic… Continue reading ‘A rise of love’: Liverpool church targeted in 2024 riots forges links against hate

Liverpool’s Adult Learning Service (ALS) is set to hold a series of open days and skills assessments designed to guide individuals towards suitable vocational courses. These well-received events provide an opportunity for prospective learners to engage with the dedicated ALS staff and tutors who are available to help identify the most appropriate courses based on… Continue reading Let an Adult Learning Service open day set you up for success

The past year has proven to be exceptionally eventful for Liverpool, marked by significant occasions such as hosting the Prime Minister and government officials during the Labour Party conference, receiving visits from EU Ambassadors, and successfully staging popular events like the River of Light. These highlights underscore the city’s growing prominence on both the political… Continue reading A New Year message from Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council

For the first time since 2015, young Atlantic salmon have been observed in three rivers located in north-west England, signaling a noteworthy positive shift in environmental conditions. These sightings occurred in the Mersey, Bollin, and Goyt rivers, and are significant given that the salmon species was classified as critically endangered in Britain in 2023. The… Continue reading Young Atlantic salmon seen in three English rivers for first time in a decade

As the new year of 2026 commences, Smokefree Liverpool is urging smokers to prioritise quitting as their leading resolution. Giving up smoking offers considerable advantages not only for personal health but also for financial savings and overall future wellbeing. Smoking continues to be the foremost preventable cause of illness and premature death. However, the positive… Continue reading New year, new you: quitting smoking is well worth it

Public Health authorities in Liverpool are urging local residents to participate in the nationwide Dry January initiative. This campaign encourages individuals to abstain from alcohol for the month of January, highlighting the health benefits, financial savings, and overall improvement in wellbeing that can result from pausing drinking habits. Alcohol Change UK leads the campaign, providing… Continue reading Liverpool urges residents to take part in Dry January