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Liverpool residents now have easier access to free and rapid health screenings thanks to the deployment of new self-service health stations at the Lifestyles Alsop and Garston Centres. This project is supported by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team and funded by Public Health Liverpool, aiming to provide quick health assessments within community spaces. The… Continue reading Liverpool brings NHS-style health checks to community venues

Culture Liverpool is seeking innovative and imaginative proposals from artists and arts organisations to develop dynamic, place-based residencies across the city. This initiative forms part of their new programme, Creative Neighbourhoods: Home – A Celebration of Place, which aims to highlight the strength and uniqueness of Liverpool’s communities through creative expression. The programme emphasizes not… Continue reading Commissioning callout: Home – A Celebration of Place

As anticipation for the World Cup mounts, Liverpool City Council is advising fans to plan ahead and avoid getting behind the wheel if they intend to consume alcohol. With large crowds expected to gather in pubs, bars, and private homes to watch the matches, the Council emphasizes that just one impaired driving decision can lead… Continue reading Liverpool gives drink driving the red card

Residents of Liverpool are encouraged to commemorate Father’s Day this year by visiting Anfield Crematorium. On Sunday, 21 June, the crematorium will welcome visitors from 12 pm to 2 pm, providing an opportunity for quiet reflection. A brief remembrance service is scheduled to take place at 1 pm during the open hours. This event is… Continue reading A celebration of Father’s Day

Recent data from Trading Standards North West reveals a significant reduction in smoking and vaping among young people in Liverpool. According to their annual Youth Survey, the percentage of regular smokers aged 14 to 17 has dropped to a historic low of just 1 percent. Moreover, 93 percent of respondents say they have never smoked… Continue reading Liverpool sees significant drop in young people smoking and vaping

The Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA), collaborating with Liverpool City Council, has introduced a new LGBTQ+ Suicide Awareness Training course aimed at enhancing confidence in supporting mental health struggles within LGBTQ+ communities. This training, offered online at no cost, integrates lived experiences, community perspectives, and clinical knowledge to shed light on the specific factors that influence… Continue reading New LGBTQ+ Suicide Awareness Training launched to support safer, more inclusive conversations

The challenges young people face in securing employment remain a pressing concern, as highlighted in a recent study conducted by the Work Foundation. Councillor Joanne Kennedy, Cabinet Member for Education, Employment & Skills, attended the report’s Parliamentary launch earlier today and shared insight into current initiatives aimed at creating better opportunities for youth employment. Youth… Continue reading BLOG | A brighter future for our young people

The surroundings of Dungeon Lane near Speke in Liverpool, famously linked to Paul McCartney’s childhood memories, vividly illustrate the challenges facing green spaces and natural habitats today. Despite public opposition, this area was permanently closed in 2019 following the expansion of Liverpool Airport’s perimeter fence. Such developments are emblematic of a wider pattern affecting many… Continue reading Paul McCartney’s inspiration – and what’s been lost to the boys of Dungeon Lane | Letters

Carers Week is scheduled to begin on Monday, 8 June, highlighting the vital role thousands of individuals in the city play as carers for family members or friends. This week serves as an opportunity to recognize their contributions and share information about available support and activities organized in their honor. One key offering during this… Continue reading Carers Week events in Liverpool

Liverpool’s Pride is making a dynamic return this summer, emerging as one of the UK’s premier LGBTQ+ celebrations with an expanded city-wide schedule aimed at drawing visitors nationwide. After last year’s widely covered cancellation and a swift six-week effort to organize a smaller-scale event, Pride 2026 in Liverpool marks a significant revival. The festival will… Continue reading Liverpool’s Pride rebuilds to become one of the UK’s biggest Pride weekends, set to attract visitors nationwide