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📣 Our #budget for 2025/26 proposes: 👴 🧒 £52m for social care demand 🚯 £1.5m extra for Neighbourhood Services 🚸 £500k for School Streets 🆘 50% more staff in the Benefits Maximisation Team 💷 4.99% rise in Council Tax Read more: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/budget-inves... #ImprovingLiverpool

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#ICYMI | A plan to build a new girls’ school in Toxteth was given the green light by Cabinet last night. The approval to establish the Eden Girls’ Leadership Academy also came with a commitment to support a much-loved community centre on the site. liverpoolexpress.co.uk/cabinet-make...

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📻 | Tune in to BBC Radio Merseyside at 12 midday today to hear Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, in the Hot Seat with Paul Beesley, taking calls from listeners. Listen live at www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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#CONSULTATION | Have your say on a proposed cycle lane on Bath Street and Waterloo Road. 🚲 The scheme will upgrade the Bath Street Triangle and improve links between Princes Dock and the business district. 📋 Info & feedback form available at: liverpool.gov.uk/activetravel... #improvingLiverpool

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#HaveYourSay - We want to hear from businesses and residents on a vision to grow Liverpool’s multi-billion-pound economy over the next 15 years. Find out more about the city's draft Inclusive Economic Growth Strategy at: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/consultation... #ImprovingLiverpool

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#NEWS | Green bin collections have restarted across Liverpool today 💚🍃 Want to subscribe? Head to liverpool.gov.uk/greenbins Not sure when to put the bin out? Go to liverpool.gov.uk/bins-and-rec... Check what should go in your bin at liverpool.gov.uk/bins-and-rec... #ImprovingLiverpool

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#News: A special service will take place tonight at Liverpool Parish Church to mark the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. It will give people the opportunity to come together in unity and compassion for the country and its people. Find out more: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/liverpool-ma...

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#NEWS | Six vacant Council-owned properties could end up in the hands of community groups, subject to a Cabinet decision next week 🏫 Read more: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/council-seek... #ImprovingLiverpool

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#ICYMI - We want to hear from businesses and residents on a vision to grow Liverpool’s multi-billion-pound economy over the next 15 years. Find out more about the city's draft Inclusive Economic Growth Strategy at: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/consultation... #ImprovingLiverpool #HaveYourSay

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🚧 Update: Catherine Street cycle lane upgrade has completed and road access is now fully open. 🚦 Traffic signal work on Thu, 20 Feb will see a new pedestrian crossing introduced. 🙏 Thank you for your patience throughout this scheme. #RoadSafety #ActiveTravel

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Great to see 10,000+ #EvertonFC fans enjoy their first visit to Everton Stadium. They’ve got an awe-inspiring new home at Bramley Moore Dock & the city a world class venue. Find out more on plans to use the stadium as a catalyst to regenerate the area at: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/new-town-amb...

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#RoadClosure update: For tonight's first test game at #EvertonStadium, the following roads will be closed from 5pm: * Waterloo Rd * Regent Rd * The Ten Streets * Roads south of Bankfield St Roads will reopen once crowds have dispersed (approx 10pm). ➡️ liverpoolexpress.co.uk/city-prepare...

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#News: #EvertonFC’s new stadium is to host its historic first game this evening, with KO at 7pm. A series of road closures leading to the stadium will come into force from 5pm, including the "Dock Road". Find out more at: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/city-prepare...

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#Parking update: We’re aware of concerns raised by businesses about new measures around Everton Stadium from Monday. We’re listening & want to help. For example, on permits per business, we’ll consider any request for more permits on a case-by-case basis. ➡️ liverpool.gov.uk/bramleymooreETRO

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📣 | In the next few weeks, we’ll be setting our budget. It’s been many months in preparation, with a lot of detailed work and careful planning. Deputy Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, Cllr Ruth Bennett, outlines our priorities. liverpoolexpress.co.uk/blog-making-...

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#News: Following a set of inspections, Liverpool's Ground Safety Advisory Group has granted #EvertonFC an interim general safety certificate to host its historic first test event at the club’s new stadium at Bramley Moore Dock on Mon, 17 Feb. New certificates will be needed for future test events.

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#News: A public consultation has been launched seeking views on a vision to grow #Liverpool’s multi-billion-pound economy to 2040. The Inclusive Economic Growth Strategy consultation will run until Wed, 9 April. ➡️ liverpoolexpress.co.uk/consultation... #HaveYourSay #ImprovingLiverpool

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#HaveYourSay on the experimental parking zone for the new #Everton Stadium. Go to our our online survey at: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/bramleymoo... For more info on the proposed zone, please go to: liverpool.gov.uk/bramleymooreETRO Any questions, please email: [email protected]

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For more information, Frequently Asked Questions, detailed maps on the various areas with the new Everton match day parking zone zone and to #HaveYourSay on the proposed scheme – please go to: liverpool.gov.uk/council/cons...

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#News: A ‘Football Match Parking Zone’ is to be introduced around #EvertonFC’s new stadium, at Bramley-Moore Dock. The zone will cover an area within a 30-minute walk of the stadium and goes live on Mon, 17 Feb when the first test game is played. More at: www.liverpoolexpress.co.uk

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Due to a drop in temperature, Liverpool's Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated. If you see anyone sleeping rough tonight, please call 0300 123 2041 and our 24/7 outreach team will seek to provide emergency accommodation. #AlwaysHelpAvailable

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#News: One of #Liverpool’s most significant redevelopments has taken a major step forward. A team of placemaking experts has been selected to create a plan for the revitalisation of Pumpfields, a 75-acre zone at the northern edge of the city centre. ➡️ liverpoolexpress.co.uk/placemaking-...

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Are you a voluntary, community, or faith group in Liverpool? Apply for a grant up to £2,500 to support projects that bring people together! 💙 Let’s build stronger communities! Find out more & apply: bit.ly/40CXhku #CommunityUnity #ImprovingLiverpool

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#Roadalert: There's been reports of a collision that has damaged traffic signals at the Rocket Junction near Queens Drive. Please note delays are likely whilst a team is deployed to assess the damage. Please avoid this area if possible. Updates to follow.

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🏆 🏆 🏆 Our amazing Stanley Park Market has scooped the gong for the Best Community Market at the NABMA industry awards! Congratulations to the Markets Team, all the traders and everyone who came out and supported the market last year. We'll see you again in March 🥳

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Trigger Warning: You may find this video upsetting. But, Kasey Anderson's story as a male victim of #domesticviolence could save a life. Thanks to his family for sharing it. Watch: youtu.be/x8tGEfPG8hY If you know anyone in this scenario, please contact 07802 722703 or 0151 294 4176.

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Our CCTV network helps makes #Liverpool a safer place. 📺 480 cameras 💿 175km of fibre optic cable 👮 3,186 incidents dealt with in 2024 Read more: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/cctv-network...

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#News: We're hosting a Community Information Event ahead of the next phase of the #activetravel upgrade on Catharine St, in #Toxteth. The drop-in event will be on Wed, 29 Jan at Blackburne House from 4.30pm-5.30pm. Works will run 6–13 Feb between Upper Parliament St & Myrtle St.

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It's not everyday your local library gets featured in the @nytimes.com, but then the reopening of Spellow was no ordinary story.... www.nytimes.com/2025/01/27/w...

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#News: For the first time since 2018, more than 2 million hotel rooms were sold in Liverpool city centre during a calendar year. 🏨 A total of 2,037,360 rooms were sold in 2024, with October the busiest month. 🛌 The Nov-Dec period was the busiest on record. 📈 #VisitLiverpool

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#News: The search for a new development partner for the #FestivalGardens scheme is set to move up a gear, with shortlisted candidates to be confirmed this Spring. The selection of a preferred bidder remains on track for September. liverpoolexpress.co.uk/festival-gar... #TheNextChapter

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BY-ELECTION | The result of today’s poll in Much Woolton and Hunts Cross is that Josie Mullen has been elected as the new Councillor for the ward. You can read the full results at liverpool.gov.uk/council/voti...

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🗣️ | Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, has issued a statement following the sentencing of Axel Rudakubana at Liverpool Crown Court today.

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#News: Due to the severe weather forecast, all fixtures on Liverpool City Council grass pitches are cancelled for this weekend. We understand the frustration this may cause but the decision has been taken in the interests of pitch management and player welfare. #StormEowyn

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#NEWS I Due to the stormy conditions forecast tomorrow, #GarstonMarket will not be taking place. Apologies for any inconvenience, but the health & safety of our stall holders and visitors is a top priority. We hope to see everyone next Friday when the market returns.

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Due to #StormEowyn, Liverpool's Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated. If you see anyone sleeping rough, please call 0300 123 2041 and our 24/7 outreach team will seek to provide emergency accommodation. #AlwaysHelpAvailable

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#NEWS | Anne, Lady Dodd will be placed onto Liverpool's Roll of Citizen of Honour for her work supporting charities across Liverpool and Merseyside. The wife of beloved comedian Sir Ken Dodd will receive the accolade after a Council decision made tonight. liverpoolexpress.co.uk/lady-anne-do...

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NEWS I It’s official – River of Light 2024 was the most successful edition of the event ever! A new report shows visitor numbers doubled, bringing in an impressive £18.9m to the local economy & giving a welcome boost to our restaurants, bars and shops. liverpoolexpress.co.uk/river-of-lig...

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#Meeting - Cabinet meets at Liverpool Town Hall today at 5pm. Agenda items include: 🌍 Liverpool's Recycling & Waste Strategy 🚌 Urban Mobility & Public Spaces Plan 🚗 Parking Strategy for Liverpool 💡 Energy Contract Framework Reports and livestream here: councillors.liverpool.gov.uk/ieListDocume...

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🗣️ | Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, has welcomed the guilty plea from Axel Rudakubana in relation to the horrific crimes committed in Southport last August. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of all those affected.

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#News | Liverpool's Lunar New Year celebrations are back in ssstyle on Sunday 2 February! 🐍🏮 Expect parades, firecracker displays, projections, food & drink and so much more, as we welcome the Year of the Snake. More ⬇️ bit.ly/4jm01es @CultureLPool #LNYLiverpool

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#STRATEGY | Pavement car parking is dangerous, anti-social and a blight on our city. Now the council will consider a new plan designed to tackle the problem. This will protect pedestrians and ensure our city remains accessible for all. liverpoolexpress.co.uk/car-parking-...

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#News: Liverpool City Council is set to green light a masterplan to future proof the city centre by creating 🚌 a fully integrated public transport system. 🚲 a comprehensive active travel network. 🤸‍♀️vibrant public spaces. More at: liverpoolexpress.co.uk/20-year-mast... #ImprovingLiverpool

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#News | Cabinet is set to consider a new Recycling and Waste Strategy to improve recycling and waste collection across Liverpool ♻️ The strategy details steps to bring recycling rates up and lower emissions to create a cleaner, greener City 🌳 Read more: bit.ly/3PAlq66 #ImprovingLiverpool

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Given the icy temperatures, our gritting teams have been out and about, covering 600km of the city’s road network Want to know where they’ve been gritting? 🚛 Use our interactive map to find out ⤵️ bit.ly/3DMMUCR

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❄️ It's going to be a cold few days. ❄️ Keep yourself and your loved ones safe and well by following our advice 🌡️ liverpoolexpress.co.uk/cold-weather...

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BLOG | Why we need to rethink our waste habits this year Cabinet Member for Communities, Neighbourhoods and Streetscene, Cllr Laura Robertson-Collins discusses the urgency of waste reduction and important changes people can make in 2025 ♻️ liverpoolexpress.co.uk/blog-why-we-... #ImprovingLiverpool

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#News: Due to the adverse weather conditions, all fixtures on Liverpool City Council grass pitches are cancelled for this weekend. We understand the frustration this may cause but the decision has been taken in the interests of pitch management and player welfare.

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