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Next year, Liverpool will host a stage production of Hilary Mantel’s provocative short story that envisions the assassination of Margaret Thatcher in the summer of 1983. Originally published by the Guardian in 2014, “The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher – August 6th 1983” was the title piece of Mantel’s short story collection that same year. The… Continue reading Hilary Mantel story imagining Margaret Thatcher’s assassination to be staged in Liverpool

Liverpool proudly participated in the official launch of UEFA EURO 2028, joining cities across the UK and Ireland to mark the beginning of the countdown to the largest UEFA European Championship ever held. The city was represented by Leader of Liverpool City Council, Councillor Liam Robinson, and Councillor Mike Wharton, as Deputy Mayor of the… Continue reading Liverpool launches countdown to UEFA EURO 2028

Jayne Cook and Freya Kendrick, both members of Liverpool City Council’s Public Health Team, are embarking on a unique challenge called ‘Race for a Reason’ with Alfie’s Squad. This initiative aims to offer support to children and young individuals who have endured the loss of a loved one due to suicide. The race will take… Continue reading Freya and Jayne ‘Race for a Reason’ in aid of Alfie’s Squad

In an effort to combat the increasing problem of waste crime, Liverpool City Council has partnered with Keep Britain Tidy for the ‘Fight Fly-tipping Fortnight’ campaign. This initiative aims to crack down on rogue ‘white van’ operators who engage in illegal dumping. Fly-tipping is a costly issue for councils across England, draining financial resources that… Continue reading Liverpool City Council urges residents to fight fly-tipping this November 

Liverpool City Council is taking a bold step towards becoming an anti-racist organization and creating an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. The Council’s recently unveiled anti-racism commitment and action plan mark a significant milestone in its efforts to combat racism within the Council, public services, and communities. Recognizing past shortcomings in this… Continue reading Liverpool Council launches new commitment to drive action against racism

strict, which will combine retail, workspace, and living spaces to create a vibrant, mixed-use neighbourhood. Linear parkways on major roads like The Strand and King Edward Street, featuring lush landscaping and a variety Read the full article on Liverpool Express here: Read More

A new initiative has been introduced to encourage the transformation of the Liverpool City Region through a partnership between the public and private sectors. The region is preparing for a significant economic growth phase with a projected pipeline of projects worth £11 billion over the next ten years. This exciting development was highlighted at an… Continue reading Liverpool City Region launches public-private sector partnership showcasing £11 billion real estate opportunities to global investors

An enforcement operation took place last month in Liverpool, where 38 vehicles transporting waste were stopped within a span of four hours. The collaboration involved Liverpool City Council, the Environment Agency, Merseyside Police, and the Merseyside Rural and Heritage team working together to carry out roadside checks on vehicles transporting waste in the Liverpool Docks… Continue reading Council teams up with agencies to thwart unlicensed waste carriers

Liverpool City Region is in line to receive a staggering £700m to facilitate the construction of new social and affordable housing units, courtesy of a significant Government initiative. The infusion of funding is designed to accelerate social housing projects by allowing providers to enter bids for developments, commence construction sooner, and initiate the creation of… Continue reading £700m cash boost for Liverpool City Region to build homes and turbocharge social housebuilding

Liverpool’s Chinatown is inviting individuals to submit their ideas for a fresh logo design. As the oldest Chinese community in Europe with a rich history spanning over 200 years, Chinatown is seeking concepts that honor its past while supporting its ongoing evolution. The initiative stems from a comprehensive study conducted by Liverpool City Council’s Business… Continue reading Liverpool Chinatown calling for brand ideas