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Liverpool will honor Merchant Navy Day on Sunday, September 7th, with a special service and wreath-laying ceremony. This annual event serves to raise awareness of the contributions made by past, present, and future Merchant Navy seafarers, while also paying tribute to the 36,000 men who lost their lives at sea during World War Two. The… Continue reading Merchant Navy Day to be marked in Liverpool

The vision of “Living Better Lives” is at the core of Adult Social Care and Health in Liverpool. This vision aims to empower every resident to thrive physically, emotionally, and socially, ultimately creating a city where individuals can live independently and actively contribute to their communities. To achieve this vision, Liverpool is embarking on a… Continue reading Living Better Lives: A Bold Vision for Adult Social Care and Health in Liverpool

Liverpool is set to shine brightly in the future with a significant £30m investment that will improve and maintain 65,000 lighting assets across the city. The contract, awarded to McCann after a competitive tender process, includes £21.5m for capital works and £8.5m for maintenance services over an initial three-year period, with the potential for a… Continue reading Bright future ahead thanks to new lighting contract

The social and economic impact of Sefton Park’s Palm House on Liverpool’s communities and economy has been officially revealed in a recent report. Approaching its 130th anniversary in 2026, the venue has undergone a comprehensive review of its activities over a three-year period to showcase its influence on individuals, flora, and the local area. Originally… Continue reading The Palm House effect

During a recent discussion, the justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, implied that her Conservative counterpart, Robert Jenrick, was endangering a trial’s integrity by tweeting about a criminal case. Jenrick, the shadow justice secretary, faced criticism for posting about a murder trial on social media a week after it had commenced, with the judge deeming his comments… Continue reading Justice secretary suggests Jenrick risked collapse of murder trial with tweet

In Liverpool since the beginning of the year, an alarming 436 vehicles have ignored the signals of school crossings. To address this issue and enhance road safety around schools, Liverpool City Council (LCC) is implementing measures before the start of the new school year. The council is introducing mobile CCTV cameras at crucial School Crossing… Continue reading CCTV to target reckless drivers at school crossings

The Emergency Alerts system in the UK will undergo testing on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 3 pm. During the test, mobile phones and tablets will emit a vibrating and siren-like sound, regardless of their sound settings. The message accompanying the alert will indicate that it is simply a test and that no further action… Continue reading Emergency alerts system to be tested

The rapid increase in oversized vehicles on the streets of England’s cities has become a cause of concern for researchers, who highlight the excessive space these cars occupy and the threats they pose to public safety. According to a study by Clean Cities, the percentage of SUVs among all cars has surged from 3% to… Continue reading Safety and space at risk as SUVs reach 30% of car market in English cities, researchers warn

Liverpool City Council is extending a call to all organizations in Liverpool that are dedicated to assisting young people in finding work. Thanks to a grant from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as part of the national Youth Guarantee Trailblazer (YGT) program, the council has access to £5m to support various projects aimed at… Continue reading Help Liverpool’s young people to blaze a trail to employment

In an unprecedented event, England’s top Olympic-style boxers will be showcasing their skills at the inaugural World Boxing Championships held at the prestigious M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool. This historic occasion is set to draw in a global audience, with tickets available for purchase starting at £15 (£5 concessions). To secure your spot at this… Continue reading Tickets available for World Boxing Championships