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The provided text is an excerpt from a Guardian article discussing the aftermath and investigation related to the Hillsborough disaster—an event where 95 people died at a football match in 1989 (later 96 and then 97 after subsequent inquests and deaths). Key points from the excerpt include: – The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)… Continue reading Final Hillsborough report ends investigation with no consequences

Phil Hammond, an important advocate in the pursuit of justice related to the Hillsborough disaster, has passed away. Throughout his life, Hammond played a significant role in supporting the families and campaigning for accountability following the tragic events at the football stadium. His dedication to the cause was widely recognized by those involved in the… Continue reading Families of Hillsborough victims ‘very, very angry’ as police escape punishment – video

Liverpool City Council’s public health team has recently initiated a survey aimed at understanding local attitudes towards alcohol consumption and its misuse. This survey plays a key role in shaping a new alcohol strategy designed to enhance the overall health and wellbeing of Liverpool’s residents. The consultation seeks public input on a range of possible… Continue reading Have your say on Liverpool’s alcohol strategy

A comprehensive winter programme offering a wide variety of activities for eligible children and young people has been unveiled for the upcoming Christmas holidays. These events will be organised by local voluntary groups and community sector organisations, aiming to engage children throughout the festive break. The Winter Holiday Activity and Food Programme (HAF) is scheduled… Continue reading Hundreds of activities announced for eligible young people this Christmas

A significant commitment aiming to shift the creative industries towards clean energy by 2030 was announced during the United Nations Accelerator City Expedition TWO event held in Liverpool. This milestone reflects Liverpool’s role as the world’s first UN Accelerator City for Climate Action, a status that facilitated a gathering of industry leaders, city representatives, and… Continue reading Creative industries unite for clean power at Accelerator City Expedition TWO

Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana’s newly established leftwing political party will officially be named Your Party, following a member vote. However, the inaugural conference over the weekend revealed deep internal conflicts within the group. When members were asked to pick the permanent name, just over 37% chose Your Party, which had been tentatively used since… Continue reading Your Party members vote to make name permanent at tense first conference

It looks like you’ve shared an excerpt from an article or report about the Eldonian village in Liverpool, focusing on the transfer of community assets into private hands, controversial management by trustees (including the McGann family), and community concerns and actions around these developments. How can I assist you with this? Would you like me… Continue reading The Eldonian dream: Inside the fight for Liverpool’s community housing utopia

The City of Liverpool, along with Everton Stadium, has been officially named as part of the United Kingdom’s bid to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035™. This ambitious proposal includes 16 cities from across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, coordinated by four member organisations striving to deliver the largest single-sport event ever held… Continue reading Liverpool included in 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup bid

A family-operated childcare nursery in North Liverpool has successfully converted a former pub into a flourishing local business, propelled by expert support that facilitated its bold growth. Bonnie Bear Nursery, established by Hayley and Charlie Murtagh, provides a caring and stimulating environment designed for children aged from 12 weeks up to five years old. The… Continue reading From Rice Lane pub to childcare success, a journey of growth for a Walton business

This Christmas, Liverpool’s libraries are gifting free books to young children as part of a broader lineup of festive activities. Specifically, any child under five years old who registers with the library between 1 December 2025 and Christmas Eve will be given a complimentary book bag containing a carefully selected book. This initiative is available… Continue reading Free books for children at Liverpool Libraries this Christmas