A New Year message from Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council
During 2025 we put in place the building blocks for several major projects that are going to transform our city over the coming years
Civic
Council secures deal to take control of Liverpool 8 properties
The immediate next steps will see the site secured with hoardings, the removal of a self-seeded and diseased tree, along with the clearance of fly-tipping
Liverpool announces Remembrance Sunday service details
This year’s service holds special significance as it commemorates the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe Day and Victory over Japan Day, marking the end of World War II in Europe and the Far East.
Everton Library receives £250,000 to become flagship for heritage development
Improvement works will ensure the building could return to use as a cultural and community asset.
Woolton Hall remedial work to remove immediate danger and secure site
While the work is carried out the site will be secured to reduce unauthorised entry and protect the public and neighbouring properties
Future looking bright for Everton thanks to lighting plans
The lighting project will deliver an upgrade of approximately 600 lanterns to modern, dimmable LEDs, as well as the replacement of 164 existing lighting columns
£5m plans to transform area surrounding Anfield stadium
The proposed improvements are part of a wider regeneration effort under the Anfield Spatial Regeneration Framework (SRF) and aim to create a greener, safer, and more inclusive high street.
Landmark investment set to transform Liverpool’s Fabric District
Thanks to Section 106 funding Monument Place will be transformed into a high-quality district square with landscaping, rain gardens, seating and an event space – strengthening the Fabric District’s identity
Town Hall flag lowered following death of Diogo Jota
The flag at Liverpool Town Hall has been lowered to half mast as a mark of respect, following the death of Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota. The 28 year-old striker has died in a car crash in Portugal, along with his brother, Andre Silva. Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Barbara Murray, said: “On behalf of … Read more
Ambitious road safety target for city to achieve by 2040
All drivers in the city are being urged to drive responsibly as the Council launches a public consultation to introduce a further 15 traffic enforcement cameras across the city.
Hospitality and café culture boosted thanks to new outdoor seating policy
The new policy introduces clear and flexible guidelines for obtaining a pavement licence, in line with road safety, public access, and the requirements of the Business and Planning Act 2020.
Ugly wall transformed into flourishing landmark, thanks to Council greening project
The green wall will serve as a natural air filter, capturing pollutant particles.
New Liverpool Lord Mayor to be sworn in
Councillor Barbara Murray has been a councillor in Liverpool since 2007, serving the Yew Tree ward.
Liverpool Honours Eight Outstanding Citizens
Eight individuals, who have made significant contributions to Liverpool, have received one of the city’s highest honours.
Thousands of planted bulbs to give city a blooming Spring
This Autumn and Winter Liverpool City Council has worked with community groups to plant more than 220,000 spring bulbs – the biggest bulb planting season for many years.
Drink drive campaign is launched as revellers asked: What vehicle are you going home in this Christmas?
Christmas revellers in Liverpool are being asked the stark question of ‘Who’s taking you home?’ in a hard-hitting campaign aiming to stop people drink or drug driving this festive season.
Liverpool announces Remembrance Sunday service details
Liverpool City Council’s annual Remembrance Service of will take place on Sunday, 10 November, on the plateau at St George’s Hall. Thousands are expected to gather on Lime Street to commemorate the event, themed “The 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Normandy Landings and the Battle of Arnhem.” The Band of The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment … Read more
Liverpool marks Merchant Navy Day
Liverpool marked Merchant Navy Day on Sunday 1 September with a special service and wreath-laying ceremony. A public service of celebration was held at Liverpool Parish Church, followed by a procession to the Merchant Navy memorial on the Pier Head. The service was attended by Lord-Lieutenant of Merseyside Mark Blundell, Lord Mayor of Liverpool Cllr … Read more
City gr-eight-ful to its latest Citizens of Honour
The unique contributions of eight individuals to Liverpool and beyond are set to be rewarded with one of the city’s highest prizes Professor John Ashton, the Reverend Canon Dr Crispin Pailing, Leroy Cooper and Chrissie Byrne as well as the four members of The Real Thing have all been nominated to be made Citizens of … Read more
Freedom of Liverpool ceremony for Sue Johnston – Photo Gallery
Award-winning actress Sue Johnston has received the Freedom of Liverpool at a special ceremony at Liverpool Town Hall.