New chapter for former library as multi-million makeover begins
Work is to begin on a multi-million pound transformation of a former library into a brand new community centre in Liverpool.
Regeneration
Merseyside councils unite in bid to drive down empty homes
Liverpool City Council is joining forces with local authorities across Merseyside and Cheshire to host a free ‘Empty Homes Event’.
Key phase to begin in upgrade of city’s historic “Dock Road”
A key phase in a radical upgrade to Liverpool’s historic “Dock Road” begins next week.
Sciontec Liverpool launches search for investment partner
Sciontec Liverpool, the new development company formed out of Knowledge Quarter Liverpool (KQ Liverpool), has launched its search for an investor to bring forward new world-class science and tech workspaces across the city.
Commission to look at HS2 station for Liverpool
A special commission has been established to deliver a new station in Liverpool city centre, to enable the city region’s connection to HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail.
New Brexit Council for City Region
Private and public sector leaders from across the Liverpool City Region are part of the new Brexit Council.
Lining up for another great year
HOIST the colours and roll out the gangway because Liverpool City Council’s Cruise Terminal is on course for another fantastic record breaking year.
Multi-million boost for Festival Gardens site
Up to 1,500 family homes will be built at the Festival Gardens in Liverpool thanks to a multi-million pound funding boost from Homes England, the agency announced today (February 28).
Harthill ruling to be appealed
Liverpool City Council is to appeal the recent High Court judgement on the Harthill scheme because of the wider ramifications it has for planning policy nationally.
Churchill Way flyovers to be demolished
The Churchill Way flyovers in Liverpool city centre are to be demolished after an independent engineering inspection found they should not carry vehicles or pedestrians because of significant defects, and cannot be strengthened.
Major scheme to improve “crumbling” road to begin
Work is to begin next week on a highways scheme to upgrade a major arterial route in and out of Liverpool city centre.
Liverpool launches £60m housing repairs framework
Liverpool City Council and Foundation Homes are looking for contractors to work on a four year long housing framework worth up to £60million.
Highways scheme fit for Princes – includes cycling first for city!
A major highways scheme which will transform a historic boulevard in the Toxteth area of Liverpool, complete with a cycling first for the city, is set to go ahead.
Consultation set to start on extending landlord licensing for five more years
Liverpool City Council is set to begin consultation on continuing its pioneering Landlord Licensing scheme for another five years.
Work Begins On New Car Park At Kings Dock
Work has begun on creating a permanent new car park at Kings Dock to replace the one destroyed in a fire on New Year’s Eve 2017.
£45m city centre highways revamp to begin next week
A far-reaching multi-million pound scheme to make Liverpool city centre easier to navigate for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists is to begin next week.
Green light on clearing works for key city centre scheme
A £4.2m plan to clear land for a potential £200m Grade A office scheme in Liverpool City Centre has been given the green light.
Festival gardens to close for underground survey
Liverpool’s famous Festival Gardens are to close next week to allow site investigations that could shape a multi-million development plan.
Weekend works on Edge Lane to complete £6.5m power project
Weekend works planned to complete £6.5million project to modernise power supplies in Liverpool
Council batting for historic cricket club’s ambitious plan
The future of one of Liverpool’s oldest cricket clubs is set for a healthy innings as an ambitious plan to install an all-year round practice facility has taken a step closer.