Success as jobs go to apprentices
A training scheme has started to yield results as two apprentices have managed to gain full-time jobs.
‘Wheelie bin charge’ sparks anger
Liverpool City Council’s proposed plan to introduce a £20 fine for lost, stolen or damaged wheelie bins has angered local residents.
New £40m exhibition centre expansion
Plans for a £40m expansion of the Liverpool Echo Arena and Convention Centre have been unveiled with work due to begin in 2013.
Liverpool to remain at refurbished Anfield
Liverpool FC have announced plans to remain at their historic Anfield ground as part of a huge regeneration scheme by the council.
Council repays Pier Head grant
Liverpool City Council has repaid a multi-million pound grant used to make the Mersey a cruise ship terminal.
Councils braced for tough cuts decisions
Both Liverpool City Council and Wirral Borough Council are preparing to make yet more major public spending cuts.
Smithdown Road travel delays
Delays can be expected on Smithdown Road as substantial roadworks are carried out, leaving many facing long journey times.
Council talks to try to save MelloMello
Campaigners aiming to save Liverpool’s MelloMello cafe from closure were boosted after the council opened rescue talks.
May backs MelloMello protest campaign
Queen’s Brian May has given his support to campaigners trying to save MelloMello from the threat of closure.
Liverpool Waters development agreed
The city’s economy has been given a major boost after Liverpool City Council voted unanimously in favour of the futuristic £5.5bn Liverpool Waters schemes.
Council agrees on tough budget
Liverpool City Council voted its latest budget through amid acrimony in the Town Hall.
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.