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1. A timely reflection on Liverpool and our lives

   At a time when COVID 19 has made people fearful, isolated or alone, Jeff Youngs new book, Ghost Town, offers not only a fascinating read but also a reflection on all those things that are important to us, our families, friends and communities. Its a deeply felt and beautifully written journey through Jeffs Liverpool childhood, the adult writer stalking Liverpool alone or with friends, searching for a past lost, regained, remembered so viscerally that the reader feels intimately connected to the child Jeff longing to leave the hospital where hes had his tonsils removed or to the older man out walking with writer friend, Horatio Clare, in search of de Quincey in Everton.

2. World’s rarest great ape virtually wiped out in a century

   The survival of the worlds rarest great ape the Tapanuli Orangutan is hanging in the balance, according to a team of scientists.

3. Major new study into impacts of COVID-19 on children

   A major study has been launched to learn more about the impact of COVID-19 on children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

4. LJMU honorary fellows 2026

   “Find something you care about, then focus on the mastery of it” was the message for the Class of 2026 from LJMU’s new honorary fellows.

5. Staff Survey 2025 update: 143 actions across LJMU

   In response to the findings of the 2025 staff survey, the university and service teams have put in place 143 owned actions, over the past twelve months, to improve the local needs and changes colleagues highlighted in their day-to-day work.

6. Liverpool maritime sector steams ahead on jobs and growth

   LJMU's Global Centre for Maritime Innovation commissions report into growth and jobs in Liverpool's maritime industry.

7. Action for staff: update to Student Disability Declaration Process

   LJMU is updating its internal process so that students can declare a disability throughout the academic year. Action will be required from all staff who teach and support students.

8. Remembrance film shown ahead of Everton match

   A film starring LJMU students, and produced in collaboration with the Royal British Legion, was screened ahead of Everton’s Premier League match against Fulham.

9. Implementing our Framework for High Quality Teaching and Learning

   Together we are committed to teaching excellence and enhancing our student experience.

10. Police turn to wearable tech to improve sleep and fitness

    LJMU study led by Dr Carol Cox is changing attitudes to officer bio-feedback