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This winter presents a unique chance to join exclusive guided tours of the Cunard Building, one of Liverpool’s famous Three Graces. This Grade II* listed structure, renowned for its maritime and architectural significance, will welcome visitors for a limited series of heritage tours scheduled from late November through December 2025. Tours cost £15 per person… Continue reading Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Cunard Building Tours Now On Sale

Liverpool City Council Leader Cllr Liam Robinson has shared his thoughts on the recent budget announcement and its implications for local residents. He describes the budget as positive news, particularly for the city’s most vulnerable families. Among the key changes is the removal of the two child benefit cap, a move that Robinson says will… Continue reading BLOG: The budget is ‘good news for vulnerable families’

In May 2026, Liverpool is set to welcome the BBC Comedy Festival for its fifth edition. The event will take place over three days, from Wednesday 13th to Friday 15th May, featuring a range of activities such as talks, panels, live comedy performances, screenings, and a short film night. This festival provides a platform for… Continue reading Liverpool to host 2026 BBC Comedy Festival

On 1 December, Liverpool will once again come together to observe World AIDS Day, paying tribute to those affected by HIV and reaffirming the city’s steadfast goal to eliminate new HIV transmissions by 2030. This annual event brings together partners, healthcare groups, and local communities to express solidarity, remember those lost, and recognize the progress… Continue reading Liverpool unites for World AIDS Day 2025

Liverpool City Council has expressed strong support for the Government’s recent move to grant devolved powers to regional mayors, enabling them to introduce an overnight accommodation levy. This decision follows a long-standing campaign led by Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram, with backing from the council. The resulting policy aligns England with systems already in… Continue reading Overnight accommodation levy welcomed

The Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) focusing on responsible dog ownership across the city has been extended for an additional three years. Initially put into effect in 2022, this order has garnered significant support from the community, prompting local authorities to continue its enforcement. Its main goal is to keep public parks, pavements, and communal… Continue reading Renewed rules help dogs stay on their best behaviour

Liverpool City Council is currently inviting landlords and homeowners to express their interest in applying for grants of up to £20,000 aimed at refurbishing empty properties and bringing them back into use. This initiative forms part of the council’s broader strategy to combat homelessness by reducing the waiting list for housing assistance. Over the next… Continue reading Empty homes grants scheme launched in Liverpool to reduce housing waiting list

Residents of Liverpool are being invited to take part in an event designed to provide information and practical help to maintain warmth and well-being during the winter months. The Healthy Homes team from Liverpool City Council will host the free Winter Warmer event, offering attendees insights from various organisations and specialists on topics such as… Continue reading Winter events to bring warmth and support to Liverpool

Starting next week, the global initiative known as Orange the World will begin its 16-day campaign dedicated to combatting gender-based violence. This international effort commences on 25 November, which is recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and continues until 10 December, Human Rights Day. In Liverpool, local authorities are… Continue reading There’s #NoExcuse for violence against women and girls

Liverpool has emerged as the most-filmed city in the UK outside of London, with a vibrant screen industry at its core. Central to this success story are sisters Faye and Claire Newton, experienced location managers whose portfolios include notable productions such as *Peaky Blinders*, *Bridgerton*, *The Ipcress File*, and Amazon’s *Heads of State*. Together, they… Continue reading Liverpool Locations: connecting people, places and productions