finance
FTSE 100 Climbs 1.26% as Global Markets Surge Forward
The FTSE 100 in GBP, plus major global indices, gold and currencies, with market context for Liverpool investors and retirement savings and pension balances.
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wellness
Liverpool Residents Transform Health, Inspire Community Change Locally
Meet the Liverpool residents who are taking control of their wellbeing and inspiring others to do the same
property
Liverpool Renters Face Tough Choices as Leases End, Vacancies Shrink
Liverpool tenants whose contracts run out this summer must weigh limited options as vacancy rates fall and asking rents climb.
Politics
Liverpool City Council Cuts Council Tax for Low-Income Households April 2026
The changes will lower annual payments for qualifying low-income households across Liverpool starting in April 2026.
culture
Liverpool's 2026 Festival Venues Reveal Dates and Confirmed Programs
Major 2026 events highlight specific local sites including Sefton Park, Unity Theatre and city centre spaces with defined dates and program details.
sport
Liverpool Sports Pitches: Results from Kirkby & Walton Hall
Youth fixtures at upgraded Liverpool sports pitches delivered wins this week. See results from Kirkby training centre and Walton Hall Park 3G pitch.
Politics
Liverpool Voters Decide Funding Boost for Community Social Care Services
The ballot measure would direct additional council resources to social care and community support services used by Liverpool residents across multiple wards.
wellness
Liverpool Residents Launch Walking Groups: Complete Street-by-Street Guide
Liverpool's streets are ready, here's the practical guide to getting your community moving together, one postcode at a time.
finance
Liverpool City Region’s Skills Revamp Reshaping Job Market and Talent Pipeline
A coordinated skills development push is aligning local training with employer demands across key sectors, reshaping employment prospects in Liverpool.
wellness
Diving into Community: Aquatic Centres and Swim Programs for All Ages
Liverpool's aquatic centres are making a splash with inclusive swim programs for residents of all ages, promoting a culture of wellness and community engagement.
Politics
National Cost-of-Living Reforms: How New Policies Impact Liverpool Families
Recent national government measures tackling the rising cost of living are shaping household budgets across Liverpool, from energy bills to supermarket spending.
lifestyle
Liverpool Events This Weekend: July 11-13
Free and paid events across Liverpool this weekend include markets, exhibitions and live music. Check ticket prices, entry rules and booking requirements before you go.
finance
What Liverpool Residents Need to Understand About Backing Local Small Businesses
Everyday choices at independent spots and awareness of local awards help sustain the city's makers and creatives.
Politics
Liverpool Residents Vote on Council Tax and Transport Levy Plans
From council tax proposals to local transport levies, here is a plain-language guide to what Liverpool residents will be asked to decide and the timeline for feeling the effects.
finance
Liverpool FC and VistaPrint Partnership Spotlights Small Businesses Amid Local Employment Figures
Initiative gives visibility to independent firms as city reports 57.3% employment rate and 223,400 total jobs.
Politics
Liverpool Voters Decide £45 Annual Transport Levy for Bus and Rail
Voters across Liverpool will decide on a proposed annual levy that would add an average of £45 to council tax bills to support bus route expansions and rail station upgrades.
Politics
Liverpool Council Expands Tax Relief for 42,000 Households Starting 2026
The July 7 vote expands eligibility for reduced council tax bills for an estimated 42,000 Liverpool households starting in the 2026-27 financial year.
wellness
Where to Find the Best Parkrun Near You
Liverpool's free Saturday morning runs are pulling in thousands of locals, here's how to find your nearest course and what to expect when you show up.
finance
FTSE 100 rose 0.25% as global markets retreat
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Liverpool investors and retirement balances.
Politics
Liverpool Council Reshapes Housing Policy: Here's What Changes for Residents
A revised local plan and updated development levies will affect housing costs, neighbourhood services and planning decisions across Liverpool from mid-2026 onward.
property
Liverpool Renters Battle Historic Low Vacancies as Competition Intensifies
Vacancy rates across the city have plummeted to historic lows, forcing renters to bid against each other and landlords to cherry-pick applicants.
property
Liverpool's L8 Postcode Smashes 9% Rental Yields, Attracts Major Investors
With gross yields pushing past 9% in some streets, Liverpool's L8 postcode is drawing serious money from landlords priced out of other northern cities.
wellness
Free Community Fitness Events Every Week in Liverpool This July
Local parks, waterfronts and community centres are rolling out no-cost group exercise sessions for all ages and abilities.
property
Liverpool's Kirkdale Transforms With New Rail Links and Housing Investment
Major infrastructure upgrades and fresh housing developments put Kirkdale in the spotlight for homebuyers and investors alike.
Politics
Private Rented Sector Reform Bill Tracker and Effects on Liverpool Tenants
The bill requires private landlords in Liverpool to register all tenancies with the council and provide two months' notice before any rent increase.
property
Investors Return to Liverpool, Intensifying Competition for Limited Homes
Returning buyers are raising the stakes for available homes in established neighbourhoods as stock levels stay low.
wellness
Liverpool Workers Battle Sleep Disruption With Fixed Daily Anchors
Liverpool port staff and hospital teams are adopting fixed anchor habits to counter disrupted rest patterns that hit productivity and health.
Technology
Liverpool AI Meetups Connect Developers, Clinicians to Build Health Tech Solutions
Regular gatherings on artificial intelligence connect developers with healthtech founders and clinicians, supporting solutions that appear in local services.