Liverpool City Council has officially been awarded Marmot City status, a national recognition of the city’s commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving wellbeing for every resident. The status was formally awarded by Professor Sir Michael Marmot, a leading figure in health equity, during a visit to the city on 23 April. Sir Michael visited Liverpool to highlight the city’s efforts to address the root causes of poor health including poverty, poor housing, low-paid and unstable employment, and unequal access […]
Step Into the Story: How Reading Shapes the Mind As part of the International Festival of Neuroscience, ACC Liverpool will host a fascinating public lecture exploring how reading shapes our minds — from the way we think and feel to how we speak and even sleep. Monday, April 28th 6:30–7:30 PM ACC Liverpool Presented by The Queen’s Reading Room, this special event brings together a remarkable panel of speakers to examine the powerful influence of literature on the brain: Ann […]
Liverpool City Region’s annual Pride March is set to take place on Saturday, 26th July, with organisers LCR Pride Foundation announcing that “March with Pride” registrations are now open. LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, alongside organisations and community groups are invited to stand against rising hate, discrimination and prejudice towards LGBTQ+ and other marginalised communities, and unite in solidarity by joining with more than 20,000 people to March with Pride, in celebration and protest. The planned route will start at St. […]
Hot off the heels of the fantastic recent news that Liverpool has officially retained its Purple Flag status for the 15th year in a row, businesses across Liverpool City Region are invited to attend an exclusive event aimed at securing prestigious Purple Flag status for the entire city region – a mark of excellence for vibrant and safe nightlife destinations. Taking place on Wednesday 1 May 2025, from 2pm to 4pm at Riva Blu (Bullion Room), 1 Castle Street, Liverpool, L2 […]
BBC Radio 1 has revealed an exciting first for Big Weekend 2025, which will take place in Sefton Park, Liverpool from Friday 23 May – Sunday 25 May. The festival will feature a performance from Radio 1 Anthems acts – celebrating iconic tracks and unforgettable moments from the past two decades of music. The headline Radio 1 Anthems acts are: Natasha Bedingfield – performing Friday 23 May Sugababes – performing Saturday 24 May Natasha Bedingfield says: “It’s a big deal […]
Liverpool’s historic venues—St George’s Hall, Liverpool Town Hall, and Croxteth Hall—have embarked on an exciting new chapter, uniting under a single brand: Liverpool City Halls. This rebranding initiative, launched on April 15, 2025, aims to celebrate the unique heritage of each hall while fostering a collective identity that resonates with the community. A Unified Legacy For centuries, these halls have been integral to Liverpool’s cultural and civic life, hosting events ranging from royal visits to community gatherings. Recognising their shared […]
Q&A with Suzanne Watson, Business Development Manager, Liverpool Convention Bureau From the banks of the Mersey to the heart of Manhattan, Liverpool City Region is making waves on the global stage as a leading destination for conferences, meetings, and incentive travel. Recently, Suzanne Watson, Business Development Manager at Liverpool Convention Bureau, travelled to New York to represent the Liverpool City Region at the prestigious MeetEngland Sales Mission and SMU International. We caught up with Suzanne to hear more about her […]
As Radio 1’s Big Weekend prepares to take over Liverpool’s Sefton Park, the city is buzzing with anticipation. With one of the UK’s biggest music festivals heading to Liverpool from 23-25 May we’re getting ready to celebrate as 100,000 festival goers take to Sefton Park for three days of some of the biggest names in music! In typical Liverpool fashion, we’re embracing the celebrations and want to encourage visitors and locals to have an amazing time in the city, whether […]
A Liverpool studio’s aim to be one of the UK’s greenest has been rewarded with a prestigious rating from the UK film industry. The Depot, which has hosted numerous award-nominated TV productions, has been named as a ‘Very Good’ BAFTA Albert sustainable studio. The new accolade makes The Depot one of the leading net zero studios of its kind in the country in delivering its carbon-cutting commitments. Owned by Liverpool City Council and managed by the Film Office, The Depot […]
By Lisa Owen, Head of Business Tourism, Liverpool Convention Bureau Earlier this month I had the pleasure of attending The Business of Events (TBOE): Global Policy Forum in London – and I came away energised, optimistic and more than a little fired up! There’s a real buzz building in our sector right now. After years of working hard for greater national recognition, business events are firmly front and centre, with a refreshed outlook and clear strategy. For those of us […]