Category: Politics, Feminism & History
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Fort Crosby Bunker: From Coastal Defence to Urban Art Space
Fort Crosby, a hidden coastal bunker between Crosby Beach and Hightown, has transformed from a First and Second World War defence site into an uncurated gallery of graffiti and street art. Inside its dim corridors, layers of tags, symbols and striking stencil portraits—featuring icons like Amy Winehouse and Marilyn Monroe—reflect themes of identity, memory and…
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Everton and Anfield Need a Library: A Community Campaign Growing in Strength
Outside the Kop at a Liverpool FC home game, local campaigners gathered to raise awareness about the ongoing fight to bring a library back to Everton and Anfield. Since the sudden closure of Breck Road Library in 2025, the community has been organising, leafleting, and demanding action to restore vital literacy, digital access, and social…
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Grand National 2026: The Controversy Behind the “Best Hat” Award
Are hats still a stylish essential—or an outdated, wasteful accessory? As the Grand National reintroduces a “Best Hat” category at Ladies’ Day, this article explores the environmental impact of occasion wear, the clash between tradition and sustainability, and smarter ways to dress stylishly without compromising the planet.
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The Meaning of the Rainbow: From Biblical Symbol to Modern Icon of Hope and Diversity
A symbol of hope, diversity, and renewal—the rainbow’s meaning has transformed across cultures and generations.
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March Newsletter — Art, Activism & Spring Energy in Liverpool | alisonlittle.blog
March has been a month alive with movement, colour and community energy across Liverpool. From powerful protest marches to new artworks and cultural milestones, the city has felt charged with activism and early spring light. In the studio, Transitions emerged — a contemporary abstract painting exploring the fragile shift between winter’s harshness and spring’s quiet…
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The Return of Liverpool Olympia: Behind the Scenes of Its Stunning Revival
Liverpool Olympia, a historic Grade II listed venue on West Derby Road, has entered an exciting new chapter following its launch as a Community Interest Company (CIC). Once home to spectacular performances featuring live elephants and legendary acts like The Beatles, the Olympia is being transformed into a vibrant cultural hub for music, arts, and…
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Liverpool Protest at Metropolitan Cathedral: Counter Demonstrators Drown Out UKIP March
Crowds gathered outside Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral on Hope Street as a planned UKIP march failed to materialize, overwhelmed by a significantly larger counter-protest. Demonstrators filled the plaza with chants supporting refugees and opposing far-right views, while police maintained a controlled presence. The day was widely seen as a strong show of unity, tolerance, and community…
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Visionary — The Word That Describes Me Best
A personal reflection on what it means to be a visionary—exploring imagination, future-focused thinking, sustainable cities, and a passion for social justice.
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Convict Blanket: Alison Little’s Textile Protest Against Rape Culture
Convict Blanket, the latest work by concept-based artist Alison Little, transforms a humble woollen blanket into a powerful act of art activism. Through embroidered slogans, stark statistics and confrontational imagery, the textile installation challenges rape culture, victim-blaming and institutional failures in addressing sexual violence. Blending craft traditions with protest aesthetics, the piece invites viewers to…
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The Last Resort Soap
In the quiet of a bath, routine becomes survival. With money gone and grief lingering after the pandemic, a woman faces the small humiliations of scarcity—scraping the last of a shampoo bottle and turning to the only thing left: a bar of soap.