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Liverpool has made significant strides towards its goal of ending new HIV transmissions by 2030. Recent data from 2024 highlights a surge in testing, increased uptake of HIV prevention medication PrEP, and a notable decrease in late diagnoses. As part of the city’s commitment to the global Fast Track Cities initiative, Liverpool has seen positive… Continue reading Liverpool celebrates major HIV prevention milestones

Maria Moore, a distinguished Senior Social Worker and Practice Educator at Liverpool City Council, has recently been honored with a National Lifetime Achievement Award for her remarkable work with children and families. Rising above fierce competition, she emerged as a finalist at the esteemed Social Worker of the Year Awards 2025 before ultimately clinching the… Continue reading Liverpool social worker wins National Lifetime Achievement award

vital to our city’s creative economy, and this event perfectly encapsulates that. The 10 large-scale artworks inspired by the theme The Science of Light truly showcase the intersection of art, science, and technology in a captivating way.” With the support of Liverpool’s science and innovation community, River of Light promises to engage visitors in new… Continue reading River of Light 2025 gets under way this Friday

In the making of his 1988 film “Distant Voices, Still Lives,” Terence Davies found inspiration in his own childhood experiences growing up in Liverpool during wartime. Through his direction of actress Freda Dowie, Davies was able to capture the essence of his past in a way that resonated with audiences. The British Film Institute’s chief… Continue reading Master at work: on set with celebrated British film director Terence Davies – in pictures

The recent leak of a memo from the housing ministry has confirmed the worst fears of many: the Labour government is reneging on its promises regarding affordable housing. This revelation has left many people feeling let down by the government’s failure to provide homes that are within their means. The decision to allocate public subsidies… Continue reading This gift to housebuilders from Labour is shameful | Letters

35CA4&mod-chart=bar&mod-group=AllRegions_E&mod-type=namedComparisonGroup” data-link-name=”in body link”>shows a similar picture across the north-west of England. The figures are stark, but they only tell part of the story. If you talk to people at the sharp end, the picture is more complex, and even worse. Read more Liverpool’s housing crisis stems from the forceful arrival of the Home Office’s… Continue reading A waiting list of thousands, and just five new homes for social rent: this city shows the depth of Britain’s housing crisis | John Harris

Liverpool City Council has dedicated £250,000 to support urgent repairs and cleaning efforts at Everton Library, allowing for an assessment on how to move forward with the redevelopment of the venue. Built in 1896 by Thomas Shelmerdine, Everton Library is a Grade II listed building renowned for its Jacobean and Arts and Crafts architecture. With… Continue reading Everton Library receives £250,000 to become flagship for heritage development

Urgent remedial work is set to begin at Woolton Hall in Liverpool in response to damage caused by a recent fire. The focus of the program will be on removing the most at-risk parts of the building to address immediate safety concerns. While Liverpool City Council does not own the building, Woolton Hall Ltd, as… Continue reading Woolton Hall remedial work to remove immediate danger and secure site

Africa Oyé is set to undergo significant changes for its 2026 festival, signaling a new chapter for this beloved event. After taking a break in 2025 due to various challenges such as rising costs and the difficulty of maintaining a free event, the largest celebration of African and Caribbean music and culture in the UK… Continue reading A new era for Africa Oyé begins in 2026 with Earlybird festival tickets on sale now

A joint operation between Merseyside Police and Trading Standards in Liverpool has resulted in the seizure of a number of fake Labubu dolls. The enforcement visits at two stores on Ranelagh St and Church St uncovered nearly 100 counterfeit dolls being sold for £7.99. This initiative is part of Merseyside Police’s Operation Scent, which aims… Continue reading Fake Labubu dolls seized in Liverpool as Police and Trading Standards warn of safety risks