Tag: Local News

Families who have lost loved ones are calling on government officials to fully implement the Hillsborough law, according to a recent report. The justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, and Cabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds were present at a “family listening day” event funded by the Ministry of Justice and organized by the group Inquest. The report… Continue reading Hillsborough families call for ‘all or nothing’ law as Labour expected to break pledge

Liverpool City Council has been recognized for making significant improvements by the Government after the independently-led Improvement and Assurance Board concluded its oversight. This board, consisting of independent advisors, elected members, and senior officers at Liverpool City Council, was established to monitor ongoing improvements within the local authority following the end of Government intervention and… Continue reading Independent oversight at Liverpool City Council ends with praise for ‘significant and substantial improvement’

A brand-new initiative has been introduced by the Liverpool-based national charity, offering a weekly group session that promotes connectivity and sharing through stories and poems. This engaging activity is open to all individuals, providing an opportunity to come together and engage in meaningful discussions and reflections. The volunteer-led program is held at Spellow Library Hub… Continue reading The Reader launches new Shared Reading group in Spellow Library

Next month, a Liverpool community will come together to celebrate their fantastical dreams and magical memories in a unique and special way. The Dovecot Dreamkeeping Society, a fictional organization dedicated to preserving memories and dreams, will host a free family-friendly day of celebration, art, and performances in the heart of the city’s Dovecot area. The… Continue reading Dovecot Day of Dreams promises fun for all the family

Spectators at Aintree’s Ladies Day this year were not just showcasing excellent style with their fascinators and hats, but also experiencing rare sunshine at the racecourse. The sun shone brightly, making it the first time in almost a decade that such weather graced the event. With a predicted crowd of 45,000 people, everyone was in… Continue reading Aintree racegoers grateful for hats as sun shines for first time in decade

Liverpool City Council recently provided an update on its efforts to combat health inequalities in the city. A report revealed that residents in deprived areas of Liverpool were dying up to 15 years earlier than those in other parts of the city. During a Full Council meeting on April 2, Councillor Harry Doyle, Cabinet Member… Continue reading Liverpool Shares Substantial Progress on Tackling Health Inequalities

King’s Leadership Academy Wavertree, a non-selective free school, is scheduled to open its doors in September as the Department for Education has officially approved its funding agreement. The Great Schools Trust, a multi-academy trust, has been given the green light by the Secretary of State for Education to welcome the first intake of 210 year… Continue reading Wavertree Academy secures Government funding for September opening

A landlord in Anfield has recently been handed a bill exceeding £16,000 for multiple disrepair and other issues found at an HMO property. The landlord, identified as Patrick Duggan of 34 Arkles Lane, L4 2SP, was found guilty of breaching HMO Management Regulations and licensing conditions at Sefton Magistrates’ Court on March 25th. Liverpool City… Continue reading Anfield landlord fined for HMO breaches

A new and innovative program, Citizen First LCR, is being launched in Liverpool City Region to address health and care disparities in local communities. The initiative aims to empower individuals who have firsthand experience with health and care challenges to lead the way in finding solutions. The program is currently seeking eight residents with compelling… Continue reading New initiative seeks locals with business ideas to tackle health and care challenges

Tragedy struck near Liverpool as a 13-year-old girl lost her life in a house fire. The incident took place in a mid-terraced house on Kingsway, Prescot, where the blaze was discovered in the first-floor rear bedroom. While a man, a woman, and five children managed to escape without injuries, the teenager was unfortunately unable to… Continue reading Girl, 13, dies in house fire near Liverpool but seven others escape