Liverpool City Council - Do it online (all services)


 

All online services

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Online serviceDescription
Abandoned vehicles   
Report an abandoned vehicle to the council and the Merseyside Police Network with a single online form. 
Adult care -  directory of servicesHelp4me allows you to search for services available for adults with support needs. 
Air quality todaySee the quality of the air in Liverpool now. Shows sulphur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide levels.
ArchivesFind out more about your family history, the history of your house, street and district, famous Liverpool people and landmarks by using the Liverpool and Merseyside Records office archive. Extensive archives of the City Council and its predecessors, churches, cemeteries, schools, workhouses, families, businesses, trade unions, charities, and societies dating from the 13th century to the present.
Benefit fraudReport benefit fraud anonymously. Find our more about benefit fraud here.

Benefits - change of circumstances (PDF [98.3Kb] opens in new window)

Downloadable form to notify us of a change of circumstances. Please remember that we need proof of the change such as your rent book, payslips etc.

Benefits CalculatorSee if you qualify for housing and/or council tax benefit.

Birth, marriage and death certificates

Use these forms to request a copy of the relevant certificate. There will be a charge for this service. For more information visit the certificates page.

Business rates relief

There are a number of relief and reduction options available to businesses that pay business rates. See our relief and reductions page for more information.
Change of addressNotify us of your change of address and we will update our records across the council.

Childcare

Request assistance with finding childcare online, or view general information and guidance.
Children and young people (services for) 
Help4Me - allows you to search for services available to children, young people, families and professionals.
ConsultationsWe believe that everyone should have an opportunity to have their say on issues that affect them and this site brings together the consultation work that is currently in progress, as well as information on past projects, to assist in this process. 

Council tax discount forms

Council tax rates are based on two adults living at a property. For more information on discounts please see our discounts page.
Councillors, decisions, meetings and minutes 
Database of councillors, committees, meetings, minutes and key decisions. Find your local councillor, surgery times, contact information and register of interests. See what committees they are on and other appointments they hold.
CoursesFind courses in Liverpool using our course finder.
Disabled Access Guide (Disabled Go) 
Online information resource providing free detailed access information about hotels, cinemas, restaurants, council offices, libraries, sports centres, train stations - all kinds of shops and services. Information on over 1,000 Liverpool venues is included.

E- billing

 

Apply to receive your bills electronically.

Education grants/awards

An award is a form of benefit given to pupils or parents who may face financial hardship whilst in education.

For more information see our education grants page.

Election resultsDetailed results by party or by ward. Updated live on election nights.
Electoral registrationIf you live in Liverpool - and you don't need to make any changes to your form, you can register your details online.
Energy calculatorGet an energy efficieny report for your home.

Events 

  • Capital of Culture events. 
    View events, sign up for newsletters, register as a Capital of Culture volunteer, read the latest news.   
  • Events on this website.                                                               
Find out about the latest exciting events in Liverpool. 
Every Blog Matters (Blog for young people) This Blog is a place where you can share your thoughts with other people your own age. 
Food hygiene scores for local take-aways, cafes and restaurantsThe food hygiene score for restaurants, takeaways and other catering premises is published on the internet as a star rating. This gives consumers the ability to choose where to eat based on the hygiene of the premises.
Food safety concernsComplain about food that was bought or made in Liverpool. Find out more about food safety.
General feedback (Have Your Say) Online form for comments, complaints and compliments. This is know as 'Have Your Say'. Find out more about the Have Your Say process here. 
Highway, environment and recycling issues

You can use a single online service to apply for:

  • applications and licenses (highways only).
  • highway advice and information.
  • fly posting, graffiti removal.
  • new/replacement recycling boxes.
  • tree advice and enquiries, trees obstructing pavement, dangerous trees, nuisance trees, wheeled bins.          
  • Report a problem with bollards, grass verges, kerbs, lighting, litter bins, fly tipping, roads, parks and open spaces, signs, manhole covers etc.                                                  
Land and Property Search (follow the onscreen links for citizens or conveyancers)
Applicant conveyancers can submit property search (land charge) requests online. Searches are requested via NLIS and can be communicated to the Mines Agency and Environmental Agency at the same time. 
Library catalogue    
Search for and reserve library items or renew your current loans.  
Chat to a librarian online with the  Peoples' Network Enquire service.
Library membershipApply for (or renew) library membership online.
Licenses, Permits and RegistrationLicensing information and forms

Local Organisations   

Tools and services to help you find local organisations. 

Maps (interactive) 
Zoom in and out to on our One Stop Shops or Kiosks using our interactive maps.
Older people (information for) Fiftyplus  a website for older citizens developed in conjunction with Age Concern.

Pay online

Pay online now. It's quick, secure and easy. 
Parking contravention notice (PCN)Make an informal challenge against a parking fine.

Planning and property

Planning applications (Planning Explorer)     
Search for planning applications and decisions on applications submitted since January 2000.       

Land and Property Search (follow the onscreen links for citizens or conveyancers) 

Applicant conveyancers can submit property search (land charge) requests online. 

Planning wizard  
See if you require planning permission.       

Propertylink 
Database of industrial and office space available in Liverpool.  

Various tools and services to assist with planning and property.
Planning permissionCreate a planning application and send it electronically.
Property - council (Propertypool) 
Lettings scheme for council and Registered Social Landlord Properties (houses, flats etc). Customers can view properties available to let.
Rangers events booking

The Ranger Service runs a number of  events and activities in Liverpool's parks and green spaces.

Use this online service to book a place on any of the Ranger's Events, or contact Liverpool Direct on 0151 233 3007.

Recycling packs

Abitibi Consolidated Recycling Europe (ACRE) will collect material from your kerbside for free. To take part, you need to order a recycling pack. More information about recycling.

Regeneration projects (BigDig)

Big Dig website
Liverpool's Big Dig is under way. It is one of Europe's biggest regeneration programmes, creating 14,000 new jobs and investing £3bn in the city's redevelopment. It brings together all the major regeneration projects taking place throughout the city.
Registration of food premisesIt is a statutory requirement to register premises used for a food business. See our food licensing page for more information.
Taxi driversComplain about a taxi driver or taxi licensing issue.
Trading standardsComplain to trading standards.

Traffic information 

 

BigDig website. Liverpool is investing more than £3bn over the next decade in the renewal of its infrastructure and the regeneration of its community.   
Learn about the major projects and how you can minimise the effects of any disruption caused. Includes diversionary route, major projects, interactive maps and the opportunity to provide feedback.

Search for street works in your area using our streetworks database. 

Travel information (Journey Planner)Bus, coach, train, ferry - joined up public transport information.

Schools admissions

Apply for a school place online.

Schools and collegesFind your nearest school.
Whistleblowing - Referral Whistleblowing is a procedure designed to allow employees, councillors and members of the public to express any concerns they have with the council and to do so without fear of victimisation, discrimination or disadvantage.