Gritting myth buster

During bad weather our gritters cover 600km of Liverpool’s roads in a single run, sometimes doing two runs usually late at night and very early in the morning when the network is clearer. Here are some more facts about gritting and how we do our very best to keep Liverpool moving during the winter months: … Read more

Let an Adult Learning Service open day set you up for success

Liverpool’s Adult Learning Service (ALS) will once again be hosting open days and skills checks to support people on to a vocational course. The highly successfully open days offer a chance to meet the experienced ALS team and tutors who will help learners to find the right course for them. Courses starting in January are: … Read more

Event to blaze a trail for young people’s employment

Young people in Liverpool who are currently looking for employment are invited to the city’s first Youth Guarantee Trailblazer event later next week. On Tuesday 11 November, young people aged 18-21 can come along to Liverpool Town Hall to a special marketplace event to meet a wide range of partners who are looking to support … Read more

Community Awareness Day brings services and support to L8 residents

Residents in L8 are being invited to take part in a special Community Awareness Day on Thursday 9 October, which will showcase the wide range of services and support available in the area. The free event, running from 10am to 3pm at the PAL Centre is being delivered by Liverpool City Council’s Neighbourhood Team in … Read more

“Incompetent” illegal dog boarders banned after council investigation

Two unlicensed dog boarders, who were described by a judge as “incompetent at best” have been banned from owning or boarding dogs for seven years. An investigation by Liverpool City Council found that Rachel and Owen Dempsey had been advertising their services without a Dog Home Boarding Licence. The council stepped in after receiving reports … Read more

Open Letter from Councillor Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council

I am writing to express Liverpool City Council’s position regarding the UKIP march scheduled to take place in our city on Saturday, 23rd August. Liverpool is a city built on diversity, resilience, and unity. We are proud of our long-standing reputation as a welcoming and inclusive place, home to communities from all walks of life … Read more

Smokefree Homes policy launched by Cobalt Housing

Cobalt Housing has officially launched its voluntary Smokefree Homes policy, reinforcing its commitment to tenant health and wellbeing. The policy encourages residents to keep their homes smokefree to protect themselves, their families, and their communities from the harmful effects of tobacco and second-hand smoke. Cobalt Housing, which manages around 6,000 affordable homes across North Liverpool, … Read more

Liverpool to Mark VJ80 Day

Liverpool will come together this Friday to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. On 15 August, eight decades will have passed since Japan surrendered in the Far East, finally ending the Second World War. A Service of Remembrance will be held at the Far East Prisoners of War (FEPOW) Repatriation Memorial on the Pier … Read more

Liverpool Adult Learning Service to host further open days

Missed the Liverpool Adult Learning Service open days in July? Don’t worry there’re still more opportunities for learners to meet the team next month! After four highly successful open days in July where the experienced ALS team and tutors met prospective students, there are four further days in September for learners to find out about … Read more

Council submits site proposal for new school 

Plans to deliver a new school in Liverpool are approaching a significant milestone as proposals for the site are submitted to the Department for Education.  Eden Girls’ Leadership Academy, Liverpool, to be operated by Star Academies, was approved in August 2023 by the DfE under the Free Schools Programme, in response to rising demand for … Read more

Family Parenting and Relationship Support Drop Ins

Being a parent or carer can be tough, particularly during the summer break – but help is at hand! The Liverpool Parenting Team is hosting a series of informal drop-in sessions throughout the school holidays for anyone who needs advice, guidance, or support. The team’s specialist parenting inclusion practitioners will be on hand for an … Read more

Empowering young people into work

Liverpool City Council is committed to helping residents into work, whether it’s getting back into work after a period of unemployment or young people securing their very first role. One group that can often find it tough to find roles are people with a learning disability or autism, with just 4.1 per cent in the … Read more

Forty further SEND school places to be created

Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet will next week be asked to approve plans for temporary modular classrooms which will see a further increase in school places for pupils with SEND. The classrooms are set to provide 40 further places at the Naylorsfield Drive site of Millstead Primary School, Netherley, from this September for two years, after … Read more

Open up a world of skills with the Adult Learning Service

Thinking about returning to learning? Not sure where to start? Then come along to a Liverpool Adult Learning Service (ALS) open day! Next week, the ALS team will be on hand at four centres across the city to answer questions about the courses that will be available from September. The open days, that operate on … Read more

BLOG | ‘I Didn’t Just Find a Home, I Found a Family’: Liuda’s Story

When war broke out in Ukraine, Liuda’s life changed overnight. Forced to leave behind her home, career, and loved ones, she arrived in the UK uncertain about what lay ahead. But in Liverpool, something unexpected happened. A local family welcomed her into their home with open arms. Liuda came to Liverpool through the Homes for … Read more

A celebration of Father’s Day

People in Liverpool are invited to come together next week to mark Father’s Day. On Sunday, 15 June, the chapel at Anfield Crematorium will be open from noon-2pm for a time of quiet reflection, with a short service held at 1pm. The event is delivered in partnership with the Good Funeral Company and refreshments will … Read more

SEND Local Offer LIVE returns to St George’s Hall

Liverpool’s biggest annual event for parents, carers and professionals who work with children with SEND returns later this month. Now in its fifth year, SEND Local Offer LIVE is back at St George’s Hall on Wednesday 18 June and will bring together providers, organisations and professionals as well as families and carers at a dynamic … Read more

New toolkit launches to support youngsters with SEND

Liverpool City Council has launched an improved way of supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The SEND Graduated Approach Toolkit is available to all professionals who work with youngsters with SEND, aged from 0-25 years, to make sure the right support is in place for them at the right time. … Read more