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...
Africa Oyé festival nominated for National Diversity Awards 2024
The Africa Oyé festival has been nominated for the National Diversity Awards 2024.
The festival, which takes place in Liverpool's Sefton Park each June, hosts the largest celebration of live African music in the UK.
The event harnesses the spirit of...
Eight-year-old girl from Cheshire first child to receive pioneering brain surgery
A Cheshire schoolgirl has received the world’s first ever deep brain surgery on a child to ease her dystonic cerebral palsy, it was revealed today.
Surgeons at Liverpool's Alder Hey hospital performed a new form of advanced deep brain stimulation...
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...
Merseyside Votes: Liverpool is “fighting a losing battle” on homelessness, says Rotheram
Metro mayor Steve Rotheram warned today that the Liverpool City Region is facing a homelessness crisis during a debate with fellow mayoral candidates.
The candidates spoke on BBC Radio Merseyside earlier today as local elections draw nearer.
Rotheram said Liverpool was...
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...
Immersive pop-up cinema experience to be held at Chinese community centre
FACT Liverpool is bringing its acclaimed pop-up cinema experience, Cinema in the City, to the Pagoda Arts centre on Henry Street this May.
From Thursday 16 May until Sunday 19 May, attendees can enjoy four evenings of Chinese and Vietnamese...
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)...
Woman charged with murder of “baby Callum” 26 years after his death
A woman has appeared in court in connection with the murder of a baby who was found dead in a woodland in Warrington 26 years ago.
Baby “Callum”, whose true identity remains unknown, was found in March 1998 and named...
