“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that” Martin Luther King To mark the reopening of Spellow Community Hub and Library, Writing on the Wall launched a creative writing programme, commissioned by Culture Liverpool, celebrating the rich culture and history of Walton. Local participant … Read more
Councillor Laura Robertson-Collins, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, Neighbourhoods and Streetscene, discusses the importance of a well-staffed Environmental Enforcement team when it comes to tackling fly-tipping and littering.
Deputy Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, Cllr Ruth Bennett, outlines the Council’s priorities in setting this year’s budget…
Following the announcement that BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend is heading to Liverpool for its flagship festival in May, Liverpool’s Director of Culture, Claire McColgan CBE, looks at the importance of staging these major events and what it means for the local music scene. Over the last few years Liverpool has cemented its reputation as … Read more
It’s a problem that causes unnecessary harm, difficulty and stress to others who are simply trying to use the pavements as they were intended.
Cllr Dan Barrington discusses how the plan will increase safety, well-being and quality of life for everyone.
A lot of household items can be given a new lease of life through recycling. Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, Neighbourhoods and Streetscene, Cllr Laura Robertson-Collins discusses the urgency of waste reduction and the important changes people can make in 2025.
As 2024 draws to a close, Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, looks back on the last 12 months and looks ahead to 2025. I am really pleased with the progress that the Council has made over the past year. We have made huge inroads into getting our house in order and tackling the root causes … Read more
One year ago, Liverpool City Council launched a Private Sector Housing Intelligence and Enforcement Task Force, and the results have made a real difference in our city. Tom Mullan from the team reflects on the last year… This anniversary gives us a chance to celebrate the team’s achievements in disrupting rogue landlords, improving housing conditions and … Read more
As part of its Creative Neighbourhoods programme, Liverpool City Council’s Culture Liverpool team supports Rambert’s Future Movement, which aims to give budding creatives a head-start in their career. Here, 19-year-old participant Kieran Gregory talks about leotards inspired by Liverpool legends and rubbing shoulders with industry experts. I was selected to be a part of Future … Read more
Following a successful programme to reach more women with HIV PrEP, we asked Dr. David Rook, Specialty Registrar in Sexual Health and lead for the Axess PrEP for Women campaign, to tell us about why we did this, the urgent need to improve PrEP awareness and provision to women in Liverpool and its role in … Read more
Liverpool City Council has committed to supporting schools to set up 50 School Streets over the coming years. Here, Cabinet Member for Transport and Connectivity Cllr Dan Barrington explains what School Streets are and how they can make a huge difference. For a number of years, we’ve been committed to bringing School Streets to Liverpool. … Read more
As world leaders begin converging on Baku in Azerbaijan this week for the United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly known as COP29, Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, outlines the Council’s work to get to net zero. Put simply, net zero means cutting emissions of fossil fuels, such as gas and oil, to … Read more
With just under a week to go until the Chancellor’s first budget, Council Leader Liam Robinson, explains why Liverpool City Council continues to manage our finances in a sound and prudent way. You’d have to have been living under a rock for the last three months not to know that the mood music coming from … Read more
Key representatives from the Liverpool City Region are currently on a trade mission to the United States. Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, outlines why the visit is vital for the city’s future economic success… One of Liverpool’s key strengths is that, thanks to our maritime, music and sporting heritage, we are known around … Read more
Liverpool City Council’s Culture Liverpool team have joined forces with the arts organisation Metal to push the boundaries of mass, cultural participation events. Metal’s Director Jenny Porter tells us more. Picton Play is a programme of resident engagement that focuses on communities in Toxteth, Wavertree, the Smithdown Road area, Edge Hill and Kensington. The programme … Read more
Liverpool has been a home to numerous markets since the Middle Ages and 2024 has shown us they are more popular than ever. Here Michael Bracken, Liverpool City Council’s Head of Markets, reflects on why markets are special places for scousers… In Liverpool, markets are more than just places to shop. They have always been … Read more
Head of Liverpool Film Office, Lynn Saunders, reacts to the news that the UK’s indie film sector finally has something to celebrate, following the announcement of the eagerly anticipated Independent Film Tax Credit. The Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) has finally been confirmed by the Chancellor Rachel Reeves and the Culture secretary Lisa Nandy. The … Read more
What do you get if you cross an artist-in-residence with the 86 bus? A relatable, heart-warming and humorous collection of observations and conversations that celebrate the beauty found in everyday interactions. Author Nicki McCubbing explains … From November 2023 to April 2024 as part of a ‘Listening’ residency with Metal, I sat (and stood) on … Read more
Liverpool Town Hall is the venue for the Thirlwall Inquiry, looking as the circumstances behind the deaths of babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Lord Mayor, Cllr Richard Kemp CBE, explains why it is a fitting venue…