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LocalSkate St George’s ice rink and market to open on Liverpool’s St George’s Plateau
Liverpool will host a new open-air ice rink, Christmas market and entertainment programme on St George’s Plateau from 21 November to 3 January, with free entry and paid tickets for skating.
Liverpool24 minutes ago
CouncilOfsted chief inspector visits Coventry after children’s services achieve outstanding rating
Sir Martyn Oliver toured the council on 17 September to discuss the recent outstanding Ofsted rating, the partnerships driving improvement and plans for school-places and child-focused housing.
Coventry34 minutes ago
CouncilHarrow’s Heroes awards honour volunteers at Headstone Manor
Council officials recognised more than twenty individuals and groups for their dedication to the borough, with performances and a posthumous Lifetime Achievement award adding to the celebration.
Harrow35 minutes ago
CouncilEdinburgh Council approves £1.12m boost for festivals and new £2.6m Innovate fund
Councillors have voted to increase existing cultural grants by 25 % and launch a £2.62 million Innovate fund, aiming to strengthen the city’s festivals and community arts groups through the Visitor Levy.
Edinburgh36 minutes ago
CouncilSandwell Council clears fresh fly-tipping at Forge Lane, West Bromwich
Council crews have removed newly dumped waste from Forge Lane and Park Lane just weeks after a joint operation that cleared 17.2 tonnes, and announced new cameras and ongoing investigations.
West Bromwich38 minutes ago
CultureBolton Museum launches Laura Knight exhibition on 19 September
From 19 September, Bolton Museum will display four of Dame Laura Knight’s paintings and a drawing together for the first time, alongside works by her contemporaries. The show runs until 10 January 2027 and includes a family day on 26 September.
Bolton39 minutes ago
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CouncilEdinburgh Council greenlights seven Visitor Levy projects to restore heritage and improve public spaces
Seven new initiatives, from restoring Leith Customs House to creating nature footpaths and a public square on West Cross Causeway, have secured Visitor Levy funding after council approval on 17 September.
Edinburgh40 minutes ago
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CouncilCity of London Corporation urges Budget to protect financial and professional services
In a submission dated 14 September, the City of London Corporation asked the Chancellor to keep sector-specific taxes at bay, retain the VAT exemption and adopt pro-growth planning to safeguard a sector that underpins £323 bn of output and 2.5 m jobs.
London44 minutes ago
Local250 HMS Queen Elizabeth sailors parade the Freedom of Edinburgh on Royal Mile
Around 250 crew members from the navy’s flagship HMS Queen Elizabeth exercised the Freedom of the City, marching along the Royal Mile with a band, a Guard inspection and an F-35 fly-past.
Edinburgh50 minutes ago
CouncilBishop of Wakefield blesses replica of 800-year-old chalice at Monk Bretton Priory
During Heritage Month the Bishop of Wakefield will bless a pewter replica of a 13th-century chalice at Monk Bretton Priory, marking the relic’s return after a century-long journey through museums.
Barnsley53 minutes ago
Havering Council welcomes £6.75m extra funding but says it will not close financial gap
The borough’s leader says the new money will help trial service innovations but stresses borrowing remains unsustainable and calls for repayment terms to be removed.
Havering59 minutes ago
CouncilRochdale Youth Service to receive £100,000 boost for expanded hubs
A £100,000 grant from the government’s Young Futures programme will allow Rochdale’s youth services to broaden mental-health, mentoring and career support, adding new activities and a youth alliance.
Rochdale1 hour ago
CouncilLiverpool Recovery Month’s final week showcases inclusive recovery events across the city
A series of coffee mornings, walks, film screenings and specialist support sessions will run from 21 to 29 September, highlighting how gender, sexuality and identity shape recovery journeys.
Liverpool1 hour ago
CouncilTwo West Derby Road shops lose licences after selling illegal tobacco
Liverpool City Council has revoked the licences of L6 Local Store and The Park Food Store after investigations uncovered large stocks of illicit cigarettes, unregulated vapes and even hidden Viagra tablets.
Liverpool1 hour ago
CouncilSir Geoff Hurst granted Freedom of the City of London
The City of London Corporation has granted Sir Geoff Hurst the Freedom of the City, marking the 60th anniversary of England’s 4-2 World Cup win over West Germany. The honour was presented at Guildhall after nominations by the Lady Mayor and the Corporation’s Policy Chairman.
London1 hour ago
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CouncilNorthern Roots green space opens in Oldham, welcoming first visitors
The first phase of the 160-acre Northern Roots development opened on 21 September, offering trails, a working urban farm and a farm-to-fork café as part of Oldham’s regeneration plan.
Oldham1 hour ago
CouncilLiverpool report finds junk-food adverts drive children’s cravings
A council-funded study reveals that fast-food and sugary-drink advertising is ubiquitous across Liverpool, influencing youngsters’ food wishes and exposing gaps in current advertising controls.
Liverpool1 hour ago
LocalSt George’s Hall adds step-free routes and lifts to improve accessibility in Liverpool
A series of new ramps, lifts and accessible facilities aim to make the historic venue usable for wheelchair users and others with specific needs.
Liverpool1 hour ago
CouncilBarnsley businesses urged to join Workplace Challenge promoting active travel
From 22 September, Barnsley employers can sign up for a free BetterPoints app challenge that rewards staff for walking, cycling or using public transport, with prize draws and a £250 charity award for winning businesses.
Barnsley2 hours ago
CouncilLiverpool prepares for smokefree generation as new tobacco sales ban starts 1 January 2027
From 1 January 2027 Liverpool will ban the sale of tobacco and related products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009. The council is using the 100-day lead-in to brief retailers and promote quitting support.
Liverpool2 hours ago
CouncilHounslow health services achieve top-level UNICEF Baby Friendly accreditation
Health visiting, family hubs and children’s centres in Hounslow have earned the highest UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative award, reflecting rising breastfeeding rates and strengthened support for families.
Hounslow2 hours ago
Havering Council adopts new housing tenant engagement strategy
The borough’s cabinet approved a three-year Housing Tenant Engagement Strategy on 16 September, introducing resident panels and a suite of engagement activities to embed tenant input into housing services.
Havering2 hours ago
CouncilBarnsley Council rejects GMB industrial action threat over nursery transfer plan
Barnsley Council says its proposal to move six council nurseries to an external provider will safeguard places and jobs, and it will not let a GMB ballot on industrial action dictate its decisions.
Barnsley2 hours ago