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...
Mayoral Elections 2024 – Independent Candidate: Ian Smith
People living in the six boroughs of the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, Wirral and Halton), have a choice of five candidates to vote for their next mayor on May 2. Here’s everything you need to...
Romesh Ranganathan surprises young people on Teenage Cancer Trust unit
The comedian surprised young people being supported on the Teenage Cancer Trust unit at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital as part of his headline UK comedy tour Hustle.
Romesh, who has been a vocal supporter of the Teenage Cancer Trust for...
Money seized from criminals used to treat Garston schoolchildren to activities
Schoolchildren from Garston were able to enjoy a two week programme of sporting activities, days out and tournaments over the Easter half term thanks to funds seized from criminals under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
Everton in the Community (EitC)...
Sefton Labour councillors quit claiming “I don’t recognise the party I joined”
The Labour party no longer represents the interest of working people, claims one Sefton councillor following protest resignations from the party.
Cllr Natasha Carlin of Blundellsands and Cllr Sean Halsall of Kew Ward have both left the Labour party expressing...
