Tag: Local News

Liverpool City Council was honored with a prestigious award during the recent Department for Transport Special Recognition Awards ceremony. The Collaborative Partnership Award was presented to the Council’s Transport, Highways, and Parking team at an event hosted by the Local Council Roads Innovations Group (LCRIG) on Wednesday, October 1st. The award recognized the success of… Continue reading Award drives home success of Liverpool’s road improvements

Liverpool City Council is urging road users to review their knowledge of the Highway Code in light of recent research indicating that many drivers may be unaware of the latest changes. The Department for Transport introduced these changes in 2022 to enhance safety for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders. Despite… Continue reading Drivers urged to update their Highway Code knowledge

Liverpool City Council has recently taken decisive action in response to outstanding debts related to the Breck Road library, which is managed by Alt Valley Community Trust (AVCT). Despite the lease of the building being transferred to AVCT in 2016, the organization has failed to fulfill its financial obligations, resulting in an accumulating debt of… Continue reading Breck Road library

In honor of World Elders’ Day, local officials joined Lord Mayor, Cllr Barbara Murray, at the Joseph Lappin Centre in Old Swan to commemorate the elderly residents and acknowledge their significant role within our community. The gathering was more than just a festive occasion; it served as a platform for older residents to voice their… Continue reading World Elders’ Day marked in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council and Smokefree Liverpool are supporting the national Stoptober campaign with a strong local initiative aimed at helping residents kick the smoking habit for good. This year, there is an increased level of assistance available to those looking to quit. The campaign will showcase real-life success stories from individuals like Jason Scott, 58,… Continue reading Public health officials back Stoptober

This Sunday, St George’s Hall will host around 70 independent traders showcasing an array of unique products. The artisan market, with free entry, is set to return after the success of last year’s event on Sunday, October 5, from 10 am to 4.30 pm. Visitors can explore stalls filled with beautiful artwork, jewelry, candles, and… Continue reading Hall Hosts Autumn Artisan Delights

Brian Patten, the youngest member of the Liverpool trio who ignited the poetry revolution of the 1960s, played a vital role in bringing the movement to life. As a 16-year-old pop journalist, Patten first encountered Roger McGough and Adrian Henri, promoting their work in his column in the Bootle Times. This initial connection led to… Continue reading Brian Patten obituary

During the Labour party’s conference in Liverpool, Keir Starmer expressed that Britain is facing a critical decision between a patriotic Labour party advocating for national renewal or a path of “division and decline” led by the Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage. Starmer denounced Farage as a “snake oil merchant” who does not have faith in… Continue reading Nigel Farage ‘doesn’t believe in Britain’, Starmer tells Labour conference

Renowned poet Brian Patten, known for his work in the 1960s as one of the leading Liverpool poets, has passed away at the age of 79, confirmed by his agent. Patten’s poetry often delved into themes of love and relationships, in addition to his contributions to children’s literature. Alongside Roger McGough and Adrian Henri, Patten… Continue reading Liverpool poet Brian Patten dies at 79

A Liverpool pub recently faced a substantial financial penalty of nearly £30,000 for breaching food safety regulations. The Richmond Tavern on Church Road in Wavertree came under scrutiny from Environmental Health officers in January 2024 after a complaint was lodged. The inspection revealed a troubling infestation of mice and their droppings, which led to the… Continue reading Richmond Tavern fined for mice infestation