Controversial property development next to sick children’s unit given council go-ahead
A planning proposal to build over 50 new properties, including houses and retirement flats, on land next to the Ronald McDonald House in Stoneycroft has been approved by Liverpool Council.
The Ronald McDonald house is a unit designed for parents...
Exhibition celebrates black women in academia
An exhibition celebrating black women in academia has taken the stage at Liverpool John Moores University.
‘Black In The Ivory’ seeks to challenge traditional views of black women in academia and give black women a safe space to freely express...
Decision due on controversial housing plans near Alder Hey hospital
A decision is expected later today on whether proposals for a controversial housing scheme near Alder Hey children's hospital will get the green light.
Nearly 500 objections have been lodged against the plans to build a hundred homes, as well...
St Luke’s Bombed Out Church Bar and Café reopens for 2024
It might not yet feel like Spring, but the team at St Luke’s Bombed Out Church have re-opened their garden bar and café and are crossing their fingers for sunshine.
After their launch in 2020, the site has been...
Deportation flights to Rwanda to take off in 10-12 weeks, says Sunak
Rishi Sunak says the first flight carrying asylum seekers to Rwanda will leave in 10 to 12 weeks “no ifs, no buts” in a Downing street press conference this morning.
The Prime Minister says MPs and peers will sit through...
St Helens runner sets European record
A man from St Helens has become the first European, and only the second person in the world with sight loss, to complete the Major Six Marathons.
Mark Rogerson completed the feat last week after he ran the Boston Marathon....
Exclusive business programme for women offering free places
Female business owners and entrepreneurs across Liverpool can now sign up to an exclusive programme to jumpstart their career.
“Women’s Launch Lab” is a three-day programme which will take place in London during National Women’s Enterprise Week in June.
Successful applicants...
Cost of tipping crisis? Service staff feel the gratuity squeeze
A 2024 survey has revealed that nearly half of Brits (42%) would like to abolish service charge, amidst a growing gratuity lull in the UK service industry, sparking conversations around a 'cost of tipping crisis'.
The survey, commissioned by Mojo...
Liverpool City Council backs new autism awareness project
Liverpool City Council has backed an initiative that encourages children with autism to speak up about their experiences.
The council has partnered with Alder Hey Children's Hospital and the Liverpool Parent and Carer Forum to support the National Autism in...
New disability history trail launched at Museum of Liverpool
A new disability history trail is to be launched at the Museum of Liverpool, exploring the fascinating stories of Liverpool’s history.
The trail has been developed in partnership with Curating for Change, a development programme that challenges under-representation of disabled...
