Merseywaves – Budget Special

Merseywaves

Sometimes it can seem as a city council we send out mixed messages. We talk about savings and austerity but then on the other hand we announce major investment projects or cultural events. Does it really add up? Today we’re going to try and untangle some of the complexities around this topic.  We’re talking to … Read more

Councillors work together to tackle “worst crisis since WW2”

Liverpool Town Hall

Politicians of all parties on Liverpool City Council are uniting next week to call for urgent Government action to tackle the authority’s “perilous financial situation”. A special budget-themed meeting of all 90 elected members is being held at Liverpool Town Hall at 5pm on Wednesday 18 September to discuss an estimated £57.6 million gap in … Read more