Subject to approval from the Cabinet on Tuesday 16 December, the Liverpool Library Strategy 2026-2031 will strive to transform the city’s libraries into vibrant, inclusive, and digitally connected community hubs that respond to resident needs, support lifelong learning and wellbeing, and promote neighbourhood cohesion.
From card writing and art workshops, to festive performances and community markets, there’s something for all the family this Christmas.
Thanks to Liverpool City Council’s Business Support Service, Bonnie Bear got the boost it needed to grow at a crucial time
Any child under the age of five who joins the library between 1December 2025 and Christmas Eve will receive a free book bag containing a specially chosen book.
Liverpool has outlined a bold plan to support neurodiverse people, working in partnership across Merseyside, after research revealed significant barriers in areas including education, employment, and health. Liverpool’s Commitment to Neurodiversity: A Strategy for an Inclusive City 2025–2035, is a collaborative effort shaped by the voices of neurodivergent people, their families, and carers. The strategy … Read more
From ice rinks and grottos, through to artisan markets and fairground rides – Liverpool is set to be the Christmas destination for 2025.
Each year, Baby Week brings together services to promote the best start in life, raise awareness of the importance of early childhood, and reduce barriers to access. This year’s theme is ‘Healthy parent, healthy baby.’
The number of Family Hubs in Liverpool will more than double as the city council looks to establish a hub in every neighbourhood. There are currently five Family Hubs in Liverpool, but the council has now agreed to expand this number to twelve, ensuring every community can access a hub close to home. Building on … Read more
On Saturday 1 November, a series of events will be taking place throughout the day and into the evening, each bringing large numbers of people into Liverpool City Centre.
Free events and activities, including craft workshops and interactive storytelling, will be available at six libraries across the city throughout the half-term break.
A Senior Social Worker from Liverpool has been shortlisted for a National Lifetime Achievement Award for her work with children and families. Maria Moore, a Senior Social Worker and Practice Educator with Liverpool City Council, has been named a finalist in the prestigious Social Worker of the Year Awards 2025. She has been shortlisted in … Read more
Residents of Speke are set to come together this weekend to launch SpekeFest25, a free, family-friendly event celebrating the community, diversity, and culture.
At Liverpool City Council, we are developing a new Carers Strategy to better support unpaid carers of all ages across our city. As part of this, we need residents and carers to share their experiences and help shape the future of support services. One of those voices is Lynne, a carer from Liverpool, who looks after her … Read more
Liverpool City Council is marking Carers Week (June 9 – 15), by urging residents to have their say on a new Strategy, aimed at enhancing support for those who provide unpaid care. The Council is seeking feedback on its draft All-Age Strategy, designed to shape future services across the city. Carers Week celebrates and recognises … Read more
Liverpool City Council is relaunching the award-winning 24 Magic Months app, providing parents and carers with simple yet powerful tools to support early development. This upgraded version features enhanced content and capabilities, making it even easier to nurture children in their crucial first years. The first two years of a child’s life are vital for … Read more
Children and young people in Liverpool are taking a stand for their health with a clear message, “Don’t smoke or vape in our play areas!” As part of Liverpool’s Smokefree Play Areas initiative, new smoke and vape-free signs are being installed in 60 parks across the city. The new standout design, created by Abbie-Grace Breen, … Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place 12 – 18 May and this year’s theme is ‘Community’. We’re highlighting the vital role our communities play in promoting positive mental health and wellbeing. Throughout the week Liverpool City Council’s Neighbourhood Team is hosting a week-long programme of free activities at Newsham Park designed to bring residents together … Read more
As part of our World Book Day celebrations, Liverpool City Council has launched an exciting new project to help parents make Storytime even more engaging and enjoyable. “Tell Me a Story, Liverpool” is a unique pilot programme delivered in partnership with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and the Dollywood Foundation, an organisation founded by Dolly … Read more
Liverpool City Council and its partner agencies are set to introduce a transformative way of working to help families recovering from drug and alcohol addiction and who are receiving specialist care. The Family Drug and Alcohol Court (FDAC) offers an alternative to the family court process by providing parents with specialised support to address the … Read more
Liverpool City Council’s Children and Young People’s Services has received positive feedback from Ofsted following their latest monitoring visit. Over two days in December 2024, inspectors focused on the Care Leaving Service and the lives of care-experienced young people, particularly those receiving support in care and transitioning to adulthood. Inspectors also spoke directly to care-experienced … Read more