Uni campus support staff continue strikes
Campus support staff at the University of Liverpool University carried out a fourth strike protest.
Police chief’s warning on impact of cuts
Merseyside Police Chief Constable Andy Cooke admits that cuts to the service are affecting its ability to respond to crime.
Protest over NHS cuts and privatisation
Demonstrators gathered at Liverpool’s Cunard Building to protest against NHS cuts and privatisation.
Police numbers to go up after council tax rise
Merseyside Police announces 200 new constables are set to patrol the streets following the recent rise in Liverpool’s council tax charges.
Mayor warns of further social care cuts
Liverpool City Council has warned that local social care services will have to be “hollowed-out” due to government budget cuts.
Official hits out over Trade Union Bill
New legislation aimed at curbing union powers has been has been labelled an assault on workers’ rights by one local official.
Knowsley facing councillor reduction
Knowsley Council could be facing significant councillor reductions to produce more financial savings for the area.
Winter survival packs for city’s vulnerable
Volunteers have been packing laundry bags with winter essentials for Liverpool’s most vulnerable people.
Large response to council cuts survey
More than 6,600 people have responded to Wirral Council’s consultation on spending cuts.
Review to halt fire station closures
Union considers seeking a judicial review in a bid to save two local fire stations which may close.
Protests at £156m council cuts meeting
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside Liverpool Town Hall as the council met for its budget meeting.
Weekly bin collections axed in Liverpool
Weekly bin collections are to be scrapped after a decision taken by Liverpool City Council.
Charity fights to save Wirral kennels
Locals have reacted with anger to the proposed closure to the Birkenhead Council Kennels.
Cabinet approves budget plans
The Liverpool City Council Cabinet has approved proposals on where to cut public spending.
Angry residents confront council
A well-meaning meeting at Liverpool Town Hall nearly descended into chaos as city residents showed their anger and displeasure towards the council.