Joe Anderson
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Anger over bin collection changes
A Twitter storm has erupted over the council’s decision to cut bin collections at the end of the month.
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Prince officially reopens £50m Library
Liverpool’s newly refurbished Central Library was officially reopened by HRH Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex.
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Everton ‘sorry’ in badge controversy
Everton FC apologise for their controversial new crest and announce it will be used for just one season, after an angry backlash by fans.
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Mayor hits out over ‘lies and smears’
Liverpool Mayor Joe Anderson denies claims in a story about him in the Sun even before it was due to be published.
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Mayor ordered to ‘keep off grass’
Campaigners are protesting over plans that would see rural land off Sefton Park sold to build luxury houses.
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Cathedrals unite to launch food bank
Liverpool’s two cathedrals have teamed up to launch a new food bank called Hope+ to help tackle local poverty.
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Local concern on bedroom tax
A Liverpool benefits advice charity has warned those facing the bedroom tax to speak to their housing association.
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Government backs Liverpool Waters
The £5.5billion Liverpool Waters scheme has been given the green light by central government minister Eric Pickles.
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Croxteth Hall restored after 60 years
A wing of Croxteth Hall which was destroyed 60 years ago has been reopened to the public once again.
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Neil Young signs up for new festival
Legendary artist Neil Young has been announced as the first big-name act for the new Liverpool International Music Festival.
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Final 20mph signs to be installed
The final set of 20mph road signage is due for completion this week as part of a speed reduction campaign.
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Funding for young entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs in Liverpool are being helped via a government scheme chaired by former Dragon’s Den star James Caan.
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Ministers approve Royal rebuild plans
Delayed plans to rebuild Liverpool’s Royal Hospital have been given the go-ahead by government health ministers.
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Mayor’s warning as more cuts beckon
Mayor Joe Anderson has warned of pain and potential job losses to come as the council embarks on another round of cuts.
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Council leaders’ row halts budget plans
City budget plans have broken down after a bitter email row between Mayor Joe Anderson and Lib Dem leader Richard Kemp.
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From Russia with love… to Dingle
A Siberian supermodel is helping to pay for a new playground for children in Liverpool’s Dingle area to enjoy.
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Protests as Cameron visits Liverpool
PM David Cameron told locals that the council is adequately funded during a visit to Liverpool, despite claims that cuts may cause riots.
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Liverpool set for cycle hire scheme
Liverpool may have the biggest cycle hire scheme in the country outside of London from next summer.
