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.
JMU Journalism’s news review of 2012
It has been a monumental year for Liverpool and JMU Journalism. We reflect on some of the major news headlines of 2012.
Happy Christmas from JMU Journalism
Everyone on the JMU Journalism website team wishes you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Advent calendar: December 24
We couldn’t have an advent calendar without the Fab Four… but why didn’t we do The Beatles’ Abbey Road cover?
Hillsborough song is Xmas number one
The Justice Collective won a famous pop chart victory by beating X Factor winner James Arthur to become the Christmas Number One.
Charity raises trafficking awareness
A Liverpool charity is at the forefront of helping the victims of male trafficking in the UK.
Advent calendar: December 23
Look out, Lauren – he’s behind you. FBI agent Clarice Murphy hunts down Hannibal Parry in our advent calendar.
Advent calendar: December 22
“Prince Charming, Prince Charming – ridicule is nothing to be scared of.” Scott is Adam Ant on day 22 of our advent calendar.
Museum of Liverpool wins European prize
The Museum of Liverpool has won the prestigious 2013 Museum of Europe prize, awarded by the Council of Europe.
World not over – Liverpool survives
Citizens of Liverpool across the globe can breathe a collective sigh of relief after the world did not end in the predicted Mayan apocalypse.
Advent calendar: December 21
You say you want a revolution, well you know… we’d all love to see Sam’s plan. It’s day 21 of our advent calendar.
Advent calendar: December 20
David Williamson catches a dose of Saturday Night Fever in our advent calendar, but he’s Stayin’ Alive.
Hillsborough justice bid boosted
On a landmark day for Hillsborough campaigners, new inquests have been ordered and a new police investigation is announced.
Hillsborough author on report’s impact
The primary author of the Hillsborough Independent Panel report has told of the responsibility he felt for the families and survivors.
Pupils to tackle domestic violence
A charity has teamed up with LJMU to work with pupils across Merseyside in delivering anti-bullying programmes.
Advent calendar: December 19
Advent calendar day 19 is a must for Abba fans… it’s the reunion you have been waiting for, courtesy of JMU Journalism.
Campaign over abandoned station
Businesses are campaigning to reopen the abandoned St James’s train station.
Town Hall anger at bookies plan
A bookmaker has sparked controversy with proposals to open a betting shop across the road from Liverpool Town Hall.