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Newsham House, a grand Liverpool mansion nestled within Newsham Park, boasts a prestigious history as a residence once fitting for Queen Victoria, other members of royalty, and senior judges. This notable Grade II listed building, rich in architectural and historic significance, is now set to be offered for sale by Liverpool City Council. Constructed in… Continue reading Historic Newsham House to be brought to market

This May and June, Liverpool will host over 40 community-driven events as part of the Liverpool European Festival, marking its most extensive edition yet. Entering its fourth year, the festival continues to honor the legacy of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of European communities throughout the city. Organized… Continue reading Liverpool European Festival returns with biggest ever celebration of culture and community

Liverpool City Council has once again demonstrated its commitment to public health by pledging to accelerate efforts to reduce smoking rates in the city to under one per cent by 2040. This pledge aligns with the national goal of a Smokefree UK and highlights Liverpool’s dedication to going “further and faster” in tackling tobacco-related harm.… Continue reading Liverpool signs commitment to become Smokefree 

As Liverpool Music Month begins, Kev McManus, Liverpool’s Head of UNESCO City of Music, reflects on a landmark moment five years ago when the city took a pioneering role in reviving the events industry amid the Covid pandemic. This period marked a significant chapter in Liverpool’s rich musical heritage, emphasizing once again the city’s deep… Continue reading BLOG: Five years since ‘The First Dance’ during the pandemic

A rare collection of letters and photographs from the Beatles’ early years will soon be showcased in Hamburg, highlighting a formative time for the band when they first began to feel like stars. This exhibit centers on the group’s residency in the German city between 1960 and 1962, a pivotal period that greatly influenced their… Continue reading Letters and photos from Beatles’ early days to go on show in Hamburg

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet is poised to consider a set of initiatives aimed at enhancing housing conditions city-wide, addressing the issue of empty homes, and providing residents with greater opportunities to fully own their homes. The upcoming Cabinet meeting scheduled for Tuesday, 5 May, will discuss whether to launch a consultation on several key proposals.… Continue reading Measures to improve housing conditions across Liverpool to be given the go-ahead

Last year, Liverpool witnessed a remarkable celebration of European cultures that brought the city’s communities closer together. Through an array of music, dance, cuisine, film, and storytelling, people from various European backgrounds gathered to share their heritage. The city’s streets, venues, and public areas were animated with vibrant colors, lively conversations, and joyful festivities. This… Continue reading Europe comes to Liverpool again this summer

Liverpool City Council has taken decisive action after receiving numerous complaints about persistent loud noise from a property on Albany Road, L9. Working in partnership with Merseyside Police, the Council executed a warrant on Thursday, April 23, targeting a 66-year-old resident whose repeated playing of excessively loud music had caused distress among neighbours. Despite several… Continue reading Council clamps down on noisy neighbour after complaints

Liverpool City Council has announced a commitment to leverage its considerable purchasing power to foster a fairer, cleaner, and more resilient urban environment. Managing an annual expenditure of over £860 million, the council is in a unique position to influence positive outcomes through strategic investment decisions. The recently introduced Sustainable Procurement Strategy is intended to… Continue reading Pledge to use spending power to drive positive change

Liverpool is preparing to launch its inaugural Music Month, set to kick off on Friday, 1 May. This month-long celebration, organised by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, will showcase a series of live performances, cultural happenings, and community-led activities throughout the city region. Following the conclusion of Music Month, the festivities will continue with Liverpool… Continue reading Liverpool gears up for inaugural Music Month