JMU Journalism’s news review of 2016
Shock election results and the new Hillsborough Inquests verdicts formed just part of a hectic news cycle in 2016.
Skyner halts hunger strike ahead of talks
Thalidomide victim Gary Skyner has halted his hunger strike after 35 days as drugs company Grunenthal has offered to hold talks.
Wirral second-worst in UK for jobs
A new report suggests that Wirral is the second-worst place to find a job in the UK.
Mayor clashes with Cameron over HS3
Mayor Joe Anderson has hit out at David Cameron over why Liverpool has missed out on the new HS3 high speed rail plans.
Scousers urge Scots to stay in the UK
Our street poll reveals a majority of people in Liverpool – and Scottish former Lord Mayor Gary Millar – want Scots to reject independence.
Liverpool worst hit by funding cuts
The government’s latest round of funding cuts will affect Liverpool more than any other major English city.
Cameron hits back at Mayor’s claims
Prime Minister David Cameron has denied claims made by Mayor Joe Anderson that his government has neglected Liverpool.
Wirral families feel benefit of scheme
A government scheme which aims to help families turn their lives around appears to have had a successful start on the Wirral.
Cherie Blair talks to JMU Journalism
Cherie Blair speaks of her love of Liverpool and her thoughts on tuition fees in an exclusive interview with JMU Journalism.
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.
Liverpool-born MP in TV controversy
Liverpool-born MP, Nadine Dorries, has been suspended by the Conservative party for taking part in ‘I’m a Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here’.
Obama or Romney? Liverpool decides…
Thousands of Liverpudlians have a stake in whether Barack Obama is re-elected or Mitt Romney becomes US President. Find out why…
Who would be a good Prime Minister?
JMU Journalism asked people on the streets of Liverpool: “Who do you think would be a good PM?”… the result may surprise you.
Is Cameron doing a good job as PM?
David Cameron has been given the thumbs-down by the people of Liverpool as his ability to govern Britain comes under scrutiny in our JMU Journalism street poll.