Liverpool News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Liverpool News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! is your fast, focused daily news fix for Liverpool and Merseyside. In around two minutes, this podcast delivers clear, reliable briefings on what matters most in your area, so you can stay informed without scrolling through endless headlines. Hosted by The Daily News Now!, each episode covers breaking local news, city council decisions, crime and public safety, transport and traffic, weather, housing, business, jobs, and the local economy. You will also hear key updates from Liverpool’s culture, music, sport, and community scenes, keeping you connected to the life of the city. Expect concise, no-nonsense reporting powered by AI, designed for busy listeners who want the essentials on the go. Tune in on your commute, coffee break, or school run and listen episodes that keep you up to date, every day.
Episodes
UK Push for Tax Allowance Hike
In the UK, a push to raise the personal income tax allowance from £12,570 to £20,000 gains momentum, with a petition nearing the one hundred thousand signatures needed for a Parliament debate. The current frozen threshol…
£230B in UK Current Accounts Earn No Interest
Millions of UK savers are leaving billions in current accounts that offer no interest, with over six point five million accounts holding balances above ten thousand pounds. This adds up to a staggering two hundred thirty…
ISA Savings Rules Changing: What You Need to Know
Government to Adjust ISA Savings Rules: New Limits for First-Time Buyers The UK government is set to modify ISA savings rules next year, affecting first-time buyers. The annual allowance remains at £20,000, but savers ca…
Wendy Richard's Legacy: A Touching Farewell
Wendy Richard, the iconic EastEnders actress and Are You Being Served star, passed away in 2009 after a battle with cancer. She left a lasting impact on British television and was remembered by co-stars and friends with…
State Pension Boost: Tax Traps & Rising Age
UK State Pensioners to Receive Boost This April: Triple Lock Rule Increases Payments, But May Lead to Surprise Tax Bills for Some. Experts Warn of Fiscal Drag and Rising State Pension Age. Financial Planners Advise Stash…
Wirral Council Revamps Libraries with Cafes & Events
Wirral Councils Libraries Thrive: A New Five-Year Policy Wirral Council has decided to protect all its libraries, rejecting plans to close six of them. A new five-year policy aims to invest in the service, making librari…
Student's Dart-a-thon for Claire House Hospice
Morgan Barnett, a law and international relations student at the University of Liverpool, is hosting a 24-hour dart-a-thon to raise funds for Claire House Childrens Hospice. Inspired by his cousins premature twins, he ai…
Farewell to Royal Iris: A Mersey Ferry Retires
The iconic Royal Iris of the Mersey, a beloved ferry on the River Mersey, is retiring after 67 years of service. Shes being replaced by the new Royal Daffodil, costing £26 million. Originally launched as Mountwood in 195…
Stonedale Lodge Care Home Fails Inspection, Rated Inadequate
Stonedale Lodge Care Home in Liverpool faces special measures after CQC inspection, citing inadequate care, safety, and leadership. Issues include missed basics, sloppy medication handling, and delayed resident needs. Ad…
Liverpool Store Shut Down for Rodent Infestation
Liverpool Store Shut Down for Rodent Infestation: Health Inspectors Discover Serious Issues, Forcing Emergency Closure Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@th…
Mother Outraged by Doctor's Baby Photo
A mothers distress after a doctor at Alder Hey Childrens Hospital photographed her naked baby for a medical exam, leading to a police investigation. Despite the mothers objections, the doctor intended to share the photo…
Liverpool Man Charged with Glasgow Crime Boss Murders
Michael Terrence Riley, a Liverpool man, is charged with murdering Glasgow crime bosses in Spain. Spanish police arrested him after linking him to the hit through CCTV. This case highlights the long-standing drug pipelin…
BT Street Hubs: Modern Phone Booths in Liverpool
BT Street Hubs: Modernizing British Phone Boxes - Traditional red phone boxes are being replaced by sleek, digital BT Street Hubs in cities like Liverpool. These hubs offer free calls, rapid charging, fast Wi-Fi, and loc…
Bootle Memorial: Honoring COVID Losses
Tricia Sumner, a Bootle resident, lost her sister Christine Fletcher to COVID-19 six years ago. To honor her sister and other local COVID victims, Tricia has built a memorial space in Derby Park, featuring a bench, trees…