Cultural organisations helped boost Liverpool’s economy by around £27 million in one year according to a new report. The Social Impact of the Arts in Liverpool 2015/16 research highlights that the cash came from a range of sources including inward investment and attracting millions of visitors. The research focuses on 36 organisations which ... Read More...
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A non-profit energy company has been launched in Liverpool today (27 April) to tackle fuel poverty in the city. Liverpool City Council claims LECCY (Liverpool Energy Community Company) will save householders hundreds of pounds per year on their energy bills. The service provider will offer gas and electric at a cheaper rate than ... Read More...
Liverpool’s 'Ten Streets' regeneration scheme could take a step forward this week as the council seeks the go-ahead to draw up a key planning document. The local authority will request the commissioning of a Spatial Regeneration Framework (SRF) to shape the future of the proposed creative district at its cabinet meeting ... Read More...
Everton Football Club’s proposed waterfront stadium will put a global spotlight on Liverpool’s northern docklands, according to the nearby Titanic Hotel. The Stanley Dock based hotel, spa and restaurant complex has welcomed Friday’s (31 March) approval for Liverpool City Council to financially support the project on Bramley Moore Dock. The football club ... Read More...
Everton FC's proposed new stadium will be a "landmark for the city", according to the Mayor of Liverpool. Joe Anderson hailed the potential significance of a new ground for the Premier League outfit after the club agreed an initial deal with Peel Land and Property for a site at Bramley Moore ... Read More...
New grants to encourage participation in Commonwealth Games sports have been launched in Liverpool to mark Commonwealth Day 2017. Liverpool City Council is inviting non-profit organisations and community groups across the city to apply for bursaries of up to £500 for sporting initiatives. The aim of the project is to bankroll schemes which drive ... Read More...
Liverpool has confirmed its interest in hosting the 2022 Commonwealth Games following reports that Durban may be unable to stage the event. South Africa’s sports minister Fikile Mbalula has admitted that financial constraints could prevent the country from holding the tournament and Liverpool has positioned itself as a potential alternative. A Liverpool City ... Read More...
Liverpool City Council has confirmed there is scope for its 'Ten Streets' regeneration project to include some residential development. The initiative, which aims to transform a rundown area of the city's northern docklands into a new creative hub, could also bring a limited number of new homes to Liverpool city centre. Outlining ... Read More...
The UK’s first ever theatre with a revolving auditorium is being lined up for Liverpool as part of plans for a new 'Ten Streets' creative district. The proposed 'stage-around' performance space forms part of the multi-million pound vision for the area which is being unveiled today (2 February). Based on a successful venue ... Read More...
Liverpool is to receive more than 400,000 euros after being named one of 10 ‘heritage role model’ destinations in Europe. The money will be used to help residents and tourists engage more with the city’s unique assets and Mercantile World Heritage Site (WHS). Liverpool City Council successfully bid for the Horizon 2020 ... Read More...