13 May 2026
Liverpool City Council
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Merseyside Police launches ‘Halo Points’ to strengthen safety across Liverpool’s night-time economy

Merseyside Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, has this week (Wednesday 6 May) launched Halo Points as part of Operation Halo, marking the next phase of the initiative to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and better protect people across Liverpool’s night‑time economy. Halo Points are clearly

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Shops shut down after illicit tobacco activity uncovered

Liverpool City Council has secured three further enforcement outcomes over the past week for premises found to be involved in the sale of illicit cigarettes and tobacco.

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Close to Home: Ground-breaking exhibition exploring stories and the impact of suicide to open in Cunard Building

Taking place between 3 September and 10 October 2026, including World Suicide Prevention Day (10 Sept) and World Mental Health Day (10 Oct), Close to Home brings together more than seven years’ work.

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Historic Newsham House to be brought to market

Once a residence fit for Queen Victoria, royalty and senior judges, Newsham House has played host to some of the most prominent figures in British public life

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Liverpool European Festival returns with biggest ever celebration of culture and community

More than 40 community-led events will take place across Liverpool this May and June as the Liverpool European Festival returns for its most ambitious year to date. Now in its fourth year, the festival continues to build on the legacy of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, celebrating the rich cultures, traditions and contributions of European

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Liverpool signs commitment to become Smokefree 

Liverpool City Council has reaffirmed its position as a national leader in public health by announcing it has signed the Pledge for a Smokefree UK, committing to go “further and faster” to reduce smoking prevalence to less than one per cent by 2040.  The announcement was made by the Leader of the Council, Cllr Liam

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