Tag: Local News

Liverpool is set to officially unveil an ambitious initiative designed to enhance support for neurodiverse individuals on Tuesday, 24th March. This launch will take place during a city-region event that convenes leaders from sectors such as health, education, employment, and the voluntary community. The gathering aims to foster collaboration and commitment to improving neurodiversity services… Continue reading Liverpool’s Neurodiversity Strategy to launch at major regional event

Liverpool City Council is using World Social Work Week as an opportunity to recognize the dedication and impact of social workers within the community. This week, special attention is given to Kate, who recently qualified as a Social Worker after completing an apprenticeship in Adult Social Care. Her progression from apprentice to fully qualified professional… Continue reading Blog: Celebrating growth and practice this Social Work Week

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet has given the green light to a new policy aimed at ensuring contracts with businesses yield significant benefits for local communities. This Social Value Commissioning and Procurement Policy is crafted to generate positive outcomes across social, economic, environmental, and cultural dimensions through the Council’s expenditure and contractual agreements. Key objectives of… Continue reading New Social Value Policy will deliver benefits for communities in Liverpool

A new consultation phase has begun concerning plans to enhance walking and cycling routes connecting Liverpool city centre with the southern areas of the city. The proposed pathway stretches approximately 8 kilometers, linking the city centre with Childwall while serving several significant residential neighborhoods and important destinations along the way. Key locations on this corridor… Continue reading Consultation on Liverpool City Centre to Childwall walking, wheeling and cycling scheme

Liverpool City Council has obtained a closure order for Speke Mini Mart, located at 125 Alderwood Avenue, following extensive evidence of continued involvement in selling illicit cigarettes and tobacco products. Despite numerous warnings and enforcement actions, the shop persisted in these illegal activities. The case was developed by the council’s Public Protection Team in close… Continue reading Court Grants Closure Order Against Speke Mini Mart After Persistent Illicit Tobacco Sales

Liverpool City Council has issued a statement regarding the upcoming UKIP march planned for Saturday, 21 March 2026. The council emphasizes its commitment to combating racism and promoting inclusivity in the city, especially during this significant time for Liverpool. On 17 March, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet formally approved a comprehensive city-wide Anti-Racism Strategy developed in… Continue reading An Open Letter from Councillor Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council 

Liverpool City Council is marking World Social Work Week, a special occasion dedicated to acknowledging the vital contributions of social workers throughout the city. In recognition of this event, Alison Toolin, the Principal Social Worker for Adult Social Care in Liverpool, shared insights into her professional journey, the initiatives underway across the city, and her… Continue reading BLOG:“A profession I am proud to be part of”

Liverpool City Council is preparing to adopt a new strategy aimed at addressing homelessness in the city by allowing households currently living in temporary accommodation the opportunity to remain in those properties on a permanent basis. This change comes after a successful procurement process, with the council’s Cabinet set to approve five contracts for both… Continue reading Temporary accommodation could become permanent for homeless households

Liverpool City Council is preparing to endorse a comprehensive Anti-Poverty Framework spanning a decade, from 2026 to 2036, designed to both prevent and alleviate poverty while enhancing residents’ quality of life throughout the city. This initiative consolidates the Council’s current anti-poverty efforts into a unified strategy, fostering closer collaboration among various services and partners and… Continue reading Liverpool commits to 10-year framework to tackle poverty and improve life chances 

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) alongside the NHS is currently organizing the distribution of antibiotics for certain students in Canterbury, Kent, in response to several reported incidents of invasive meningococcal disease. At this stage, the exact bacterial strain involved remains unidentified. Between March 13 and 15, 2026, UKHSA received notification of thirteen individuals displaying… Continue reading UK Health Security Agency: Meningitis Update