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Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region

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Mayor of the Liverpool City Region. All posts are by members of my team. Follow my personal account: @metromayorsteve.bsky.social

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Liverpool’s billion-pound dreams, from tidal power to glittering towers On the eve of the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park, we look at the historic city’s big β€” and expensive β€” plans for the future

😍 An exciting future on the horizon!

πŸš€ From the new Bramley Moore stadium to the untapped potential of Mersey Tidal Power, the Liverpool City Region is on the up.

πŸ“ˆ With thousands more skills, jobs and housing coming to our region, we are primed for investment and growth.

12.02.2025 16:35 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸš‰ Steve recently visited Earlestown Rail Station – the world’s oldest still serving passengers!

πŸ’· With Β£20m secured from the Levelling Up Fund, it is at the heart of plans to regenerate the area.

πŸ“ˆ Exciting upgrades will improve accessibility and attract more passengers!

05.02.2025 16:03 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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🀝 Steve was delighted to visit Klâckner Pentaplast's St Helens facility last week!

♻️ With investments in sustainable packaging solutions, they are creating jobs, driving innovation, and making a real difference for our environment!

04.02.2025 16:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 The future is in safe hands!

⚑️ Last week, Steve visited St Helens College to see how investment in its Green Energy Skills Centre is powering up the workforce of tomorrow!

πŸ™Œ Equipping young people with the skills for future-proof, well-paid jobs!

03.02.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Update as 'landmark' development enters 'exciting time' The council said the site "will become a thriving, sustainable, healthy and inclusive neighbourhood with a strong identity"

πŸ“ˆ Another step forward for the Festival Gardens transformation!

πŸ™Œ This development will create a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable neighbourhood.

🏑 It means new homesβ€”including affordable housingβ€”so local people can put down roots for generations to come!
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

03.02.2025 11:46 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New music hub set up to find Liverpool City Region’s future music stars A NEW music hub has been set up to help find the next music stars in the Liverpool City Region.

www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/2488383...

28.01.2025 09:31 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎢 Sound! Music Hub is here!

🎹 Encouraging young people into music careers
🎼 Delivering High quality music education
🎸 Driving the next generation of superstars

🌍 The music hub will create new opportunities and cement our region's future on the world stage!

28.01.2025 09:31 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Dark background with one lit candle.

White text reads: Holocaust Memorial Day

We Will Remember Them

Metro Mayor Liverpool City Region

Dark background with one lit candle. White text reads: Holocaust Memorial Day We Will Remember Them Metro Mayor Liverpool City Region

Today marks 80 years since Auschwitz was liberated.

We remember the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust, all victims of Nazi persecution, and those who suffered in genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur.

#HolocaustMemorialDay

27.01.2025 12:08 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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From the Beatles to biologics – how Liverpool became a life science hotspot The city has a long history with tropical medicine and is now home to one of the largest biotech clusters in Europe

πŸ™Œ In the Liverpool City Region, we never rest on our laurels.

🧬 From our world-famous music scene to our expanding life sciences cluster, we continue to be a hub of innovation.

πŸš€ We're creating new jobs, driving growth and shaping a brighter, healthier future for all!

16.01.2025 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Image of Steve Rotheram behind two Union Jack flags with text reading:

This is fantastic news for our region and a real testament to what we can achieve when local ambition is matched by national support to help attract international investment. I’m really glad that we’ve been able to attract Kyndryl to our area, having met with them on our trade mission to New York last year.

This announcement shows how, together with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his government, we’re delivering real, tangible change for working people across our communities. With 1,000 new AI jobs coming to the Liverpool City Region over the next 3 years, we’re not just creating opportunities for today but laying the foundations for the jobs of the future.

As a region with a proud history of innovation, we’re ready to seize the opportunities that AI and digital technology can bringβ€”not just to boost our economy but to improve lives, develop skills, tackle inequality, and ensure no one is left behind. This is the Liverpool City Region leading the way in the UK’s AI revolution.

Steve Rotheram

Metro Mayor Liverpool City Region

Image of Steve Rotheram behind two Union Jack flags with text reading: This is fantastic news for our region and a real testament to what we can achieve when local ambition is matched by national support to help attract international investment. I’m really glad that we’ve been able to attract Kyndryl to our area, having met with them on our trade mission to New York last year. This announcement shows how, together with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his government, we’re delivering real, tangible change for working people across our communities. With 1,000 new AI jobs coming to the Liverpool City Region over the next 3 years, we’re not just creating opportunities for today but laying the foundations for the jobs of the future. As a region with a proud history of innovation, we’re ready to seize the opportunities that AI and digital technology can bringβ€”not just to boost our economy but to improve lives, develop skills, tackle inequality, and ensure no one is left behind. This is the Liverpool City Region leading the way in the UK’s AI revolution. Steve Rotheram Metro Mayor Liverpool City Region

πŸ”The Liverpool City Region has always been a place of innovation. Today, we build on that legacy.

🀝 When local ambition combines with national support, this is what we can achieve.

πŸš€ Together, we're leading the UK's AI revolutionβ€”creating opportunities and changing lives.

13.01.2025 13:42 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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PM Starmer announces 1,000 new jobs for Liverpool City Region Starmer promises to 'turbocharge' region as part of major Artificial Intelligence annoucement

Find out more about this exciting new investment hereπŸ‘‡
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

13.01.2025 09:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Steve Rotheram pictured with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Steve Rotheram pictured with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

πŸš€ The Liverpool City Region is the home of the AI revolution!

πŸ—£οΈToday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged 1,000 new AI jobs here in our region.

πŸ“ˆ We’re accelerating our journey to become a digital powerhouseβ€”creating opportunities for local talent and driving economic growth!

13.01.2025 09:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A picture of Steve in front of the new Mersey Ferry, The Royal Daffodil.

Text above Steve reads: "Welcome Back ROYAL DAFFODIL" next to a Daffodil flower graphic.

Text below Steve reads: Steve unveils name of first Mersey Ferry in 60 years.

Metro Mayor Liverpool City Region Logo

A picture of Steve in front of the new Mersey Ferry, The Royal Daffodil. Text above Steve reads: "Welcome Back ROYAL DAFFODIL" next to a Daffodil flower graphic. Text below Steve reads: Steve unveils name of first Mersey Ferry in 60 years. Metro Mayor Liverpool City Region Logo

🚨 AND HER NAME IS.....

🀝 Today, Steve attended Cammell Laird to reveal the name of the first new Mersey Ferry in over 60 years!

⛴️ Retaining its iconic title, the Royal Daffodil will set sail in the summer of next year!

😍 A modern addition to a famous tradition.

10.01.2025 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 BREAKING: In response to today's disruption on Merseyrail, Steve has commissioned an independent review to examine and address the failures that led to it.

Transport bosses from Merseyrail, Network Rail and Stadler will also be summoned to answer before the region's Transport Committee.

09.01.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 2
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11 developments in 2025 set to change the face of Merseyside There are plenty of projects looking to rejuvenate parts of our region

Take a look at the new developments hereπŸ‘‡
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

08.01.2025 16:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A CGI image of what the front of Littlewoods film studios could look like following redevelopment. 

Littlewoods clock tower with green spaces in front, beneath a blue sky.

A CGI image of what the front of Littlewoods film studios could look like following redevelopment. Littlewoods clock tower with green spaces in front, beneath a blue sky.

πŸš€ REGENERATION REGION!

πŸ™οΈ From Littlewoods to Marine Lake Events Center, 11 huge developments are changing the face of the Liverpool City Region in 2025 and beyond.

πŸ“ˆ These new and exciting projects will help rejuvenate our region, creating jobs and driving growth!

08.01.2025 16:03 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
The image features a bright yellow Merseyrail train with "Batteries On-Board" branding, set against a blue sky with some clouds. Two large Β£1 coins are prominently displayed above the train. The text reads "UNLIMITED WEEKEND TRAVEL FOR JUST Β£2" in bold yellow and white lettering. At the bottom, it says "METRO MAYOR LIVERPOOL CITY REGION."

The image features a bright yellow Merseyrail train with "Batteries On-Board" branding, set against a blue sky with some clouds. Two large Β£1 coins are prominently displayed above the train. The text reads "UNLIMITED WEEKEND TRAVEL FOR JUST Β£2" in bold yellow and white lettering. At the bottom, it says "METRO MAYOR LIVERPOOL CITY REGION."

πŸ›οΈ JANUARY SALES, JUST Β£2 AWAY! πŸ›οΈ

πŸš† Enjoy unlimited weekend travel on Merseyrail during the whole of January for just Β£2β€”and only Β£1 for kids! πŸͺ™

🎑 Shop, explore, and start the year right by visiting the best of the Liverpool City Region.

πŸ›€οΈ Let’s get moving!

08.01.2025 11:26 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The image features a bright yellow Merseyrail train with "Batteries On-Board" branding, set against a blue sky with some clouds. Two large Β£1 coins are prominently displayed above the train. The text reads "UNLIMITED WEEKEND TRAVEL FOR JUST Β£2" in bold yellow and white lettering. At the bottom, it says "METRO MAYOR LIVERPOOL CITY REGION."

The image features a bright yellow Merseyrail train with "Batteries On-Board" branding, set against a blue sky with some clouds. Two large Β£1 coins are prominently displayed above the train. The text reads "UNLIMITED WEEKEND TRAVEL FOR JUST Β£2" in bold yellow and white lettering. At the bottom, it says "METRO MAYOR LIVERPOOL CITY REGION."

πŸš† HERE, FARE AND EVERYWHERE πŸš†

πŸͺ™ For the entire month of January, enjoy unlimited weekend travel on Merseyrail for just Β£2!
πŸ§’ And just Β£1 for kids!

🎑 Start off the year right and get out to see the best the Liverpool City Region has to offer!!

23.12.2024 15:56 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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New town 'Liverpool North' could transform two areas 'left behind' The new town could connect two parts of the region with 10,000 new homes

πŸ—£οΈ Supporting the plans Steve said:β€œOur vision aligns perfectly with what the country needs right nowβ€”thousands of high-quality, affordable homes that lay the foundations for strong, thriving communities."

πŸ“° Read the full story ‡️
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

20.12.2024 13:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’ͺ BUILDING FOR SUCCESS | We are joining forces with @lpoolcouncil.bsky.social and @seftoncouncil.bsky.social to bid for one of the government's 'New Towns.'

πŸ—οΈ Spread across Bootle, Anfield, Everton and Kirkdale, the development could see more than 10,000 homes built and wide scale regeneration.

20.12.2024 13:58 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Steve with the Deputy Prime Minister alongside other Metro Mayors.

Steve with the Deputy Prime Minister alongside other Metro Mayors.

🚨 DEVOLUTION REVOLUTION 🚨

🀝 Steve was in Leeds yesterday as the government unveiled its Devolution White Paper.

πŸš€ A wave of new powers for mayors and local peopleβ€”pushing power back into local communities to help create jobs, opportunities and drive growth across our region!

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πŸ—£οΈ Today, Steve joined celebrations at Spellow Library as it reopened its doors to the public!

πŸ“š This special community hub connects local people with training, opportunities, council services and so much more.

πŸ‘ The beginning of a new, exciting chapter.

12.12.2024 14:12 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 3
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Mersey Maritime wins Β£100,000 for innovation showcase - Liverpool Business News An annual innovation showcase will be established by Mersey Maritime to promote Liverpool city region to global investors funded by Β£100,000 from Government

🌊 Our Mersey Maritime regional cluster is key in unlocking local economic growth.

πŸ’· Β£100,000 of government funding will help set up an 'Innovation Showcase', attracting investment, creating jobs and driving growth across our region.
lbndaily.co.uk/mersey-marit...

11.12.2024 11:40 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—£οΈ Today, Steve took some time to sit down for an important interview with @channel4news.bsky.social.

πŸ”œ Coming Soon!

10.12.2024 16:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Β£1.1m investment in youth tech skills programme A groundbreaking programme to prepare children and young people for the high-tech jobs of the future is set for a major expansion after securing investment through the Liverpool City Region Innov

πŸ’· Β£1.1m secured through our Innovation Zone to expand KQ futures!

πŸ“ˆ The Liverpool City Region is at the forefront of innovation.

πŸ§‘β€πŸ”¬ This programme is raising aspirations, preparing the next generation for the high-skilled, high-paid jobs of the future!
www.birkenhead.news/1-1m-investm...

10.12.2024 10:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Government needs to think like a start-up, says minister Pat McFadden says the civil service needs more

πŸ™Œ INNOVATION NATION | Our region is taking part in a new Β£100m project piloting innovative methods of public service delivery.

🏘️ From January, a scheme will look at new ways to provide temporary accommodation for homeless families in Liverpool.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

09.12.2024 15:57 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Plans to make Merseyrail station accessible take move forward The station is one of a number to be upgraded

πŸš‰ We set out to make our entire region's rail network step-free by 2030.

πŸ’· We have invested tens of millions of pounds to make this a reality.

πŸ“ˆ Β£1.1m of funding for Aigburth station is another step towards making our network accessible for all.
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

09.12.2024 12:07 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 1
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Liverpool Council completes Β£10m purchase of major stalled site The site was earmarked for the New Chinatown residential development

πŸš€ A huge breakthrough for one of the most exciting development projects in the country!

🏘️ The delivery of new homes in Great George Street alongside our brand new £96m Baltic station will bring more jobs, opportunities and growth to the area!
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...

03.12.2024 13:28 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Liverpool City Region to be at the forefront of music innovation - University of Liverpool News Liverpool City Region to be at the forefront of music innovation

🎢 From the Beatles to our vibrant live gigs, the Liverpool City Region’s rich musical history is world-renowned.

πŸ’· Β£6.25m of funding will help @musicfuturesuk.bsky.social elevate that status, create new opportunities for local talent, and drive economic growth.
news.liverpool.ac.uk/2024/11/27/l...

02.12.2024 10:43 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—£οΈ This morning, Steve opened the Expedition One event as Liverpool was named the world's first UN Accelerator City for climate change.

πŸ‘ This prestigious title is a recognition of our work to decarbonise our economy and reach our target to become net-zero by 2035.

29.11.2024 13:28 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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